Communications & PR Officer Job at ArtsHub (UK) Ltd. in Yorkshire

Job Summary

We are looking for an individual who is able to work with a variety of internal stakeholders and the media. You will contribute to building and maintaining the positive public image and reputation of NSCD, using a combination of different media and channels, primarily the written word.

Job Description

Craft communications and campaigns that maximise our visibility, convey key messages, and raise awareness of our activities and successes.

1. Work with the Marketing Manager and key stakeholders to plan, develop, and implement high-quality communications strategies that achieve organisational objectives.
2. Research, write, and distribute compelling and effective press releases that secure media coverage.
3. Research, update, and administrate databases of press contacts.
4. Build and maintain strong working relationships with internal colleagues and external media contacts, including journalists.
5. Monitor press mentions and media coverage using relevant software and online platforms, producing reports as required.
6. Stay abreast of relevant media outlets and topics to identify press opportunities.
7. Write and build news items and blogs for the website and share via social media and email worthy of publishing.
8. Collate and repurpose content for regular e-newsletters to mailing lists.
9. Answer enquiries from the media and field appropriately where required.
10. Arrange and coordinate any filming or photoshoot/media opportunities as necessary.
11. Create and maintain a press page/media hub on NSCD’s website.
12. In collaboration with the Marketing & Communications Manager, respond to any negative press.
13. Conduct research on topics where relevant and agreed.
14. Keep up to date with relevant trends and developments.

Job Requirements

Hours of work are: 14.8 hours per week (2 days per week) = (0.4 FTE)

This role is office-based.

25 days holiday pro rata plus 8 bank holidays pro rata and up to 3 discretionary days between Christmas and New Year.