Communications Assistant

Job Description

Who We Are:

Frieze is the world's leading platform for modern and contemporary art, dedicated to artists, galleries, collectors and art lovers alike. Frieze comprises three magazines – frieze, Frieze Masters Magazine and Frieze Week – and five international art fairs – Frieze London, Frieze Masters, Frieze New York, Frieze Los Angeles and Frieze Seoul. In October 2021, Frieze also launched No.9 Cork Street, a permanent space for visiting international galleries in the heart of Mayfair, London. Frieze is part of the IMG network.

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities

The ideal candidate will be extremely efficient and organized, possess exceptional communication skills and bring creativity and enthusiasm to the role. The ability to multi-task, work calmly under pressure and be a strong team player are also vital, as is a good knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint and social media platforms.

Areas of responsibility
• Accurate calendars (editorial, press conferences, events etc.) and media lists
• Participate in brainstorming and planning sessions
• Distribute content such as briefing notes and press releases as required
• Lead on tracking media coverage and PR metrics
• Lead on the administration of media accreditation and invitations
• Oversee organization of regular meetings / agendas / action points

Key Tasks
• Maintain archive of all press clippings / bespoke clip books
• Maintain archive of all press releases / info sheets
• Maintain archive of images
• Maintain up-to-date press lists
• First point of contact for press@frieze.com email flagging any important requests
• Respond to image requests
• Develop supporting comms materials for press packs etc
• Oversee administration of materials for press packs (e-press pack)
• Research for campaigns where appropriate
• Check the daily clips reports – flagging any major / important / relevant coverage
• Oversee agendas / meeting notes
• Manage RSVPs for invitations
• Manage department subscriptions
• Proofing of all comms materials
• Cultivate a network of stakeholders in the wider industry
• Keep up to date on wider arts media coverage and developments

Please Note e.g. shift(s)/ unsocial hours/ travel etc
• Potential to work weekends at busy times
• Some flexibility required to account for different time zones

Key Results Areas
• Accuracy of written communications

Knowledge and Experience
• Some previous experience of working in a communications team or related field
• Art world experience / knowledge

Skills and Abilities

Mandatory
• High attention to detail
• Excellent communications skills
• Ability to manage your time well and comfortable working to tight deadlines
• Team player who is able to work towards a shared goal

Desirable
• Interest in the media / art criticism

Qualifications and Training

Mandatory
• Degree in a related subject or equivalent experience

Working Conditions:

Permanent, London Surrey Street

10am-6pm, Mon-Fri
Our Diversity & Inclusion Statement

Frieze unites people in our love of the arts. We understand this can only be accomplished when we harness the entirety of our company and lead with a lens of diversity, equity, and inclusion in everything we do. As a global company that drives culture, we are committed to practicing anti-discrimination including race, gender identity, sexual orientation, and disability, together with artists, writers, and cultural practitioners from all backgrounds. There is still much work to be done to address systemic inequality and discrimination within the arts and culture industry, and we are dedicated to making progress to both within our own organization and the art world at large.

Endeavor unites and brings people together in our love of sport, culture, and entertainment. We understand this can only be accomplished when we lead with a lens of diversity, equity, and inclusion in everything we do. As a global company that drives culture, we strive to reflect the world's diverse voices.  

Endeavor is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, or religion or belief.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-d8yowq-3-21-163-234-42 in your application.