Gagosian is seeking a full-time Communications & Media Relations Assistant to support its Upper East Side team.
The ideal candidate is outgoing, organized and detail-oriented, has exemplary writing, proofreading and copy-editing skills, as well as the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. A collaborative team player is a must, and an interest in arts PR is preferred.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
General
– Provide general administrative support to the global communications team
– Assist with the management of the press contact database
– Research media outlets and writers for pitching and cultivation
– Participate in brainstorming and strategic planning for the promotion of gallery and museum exhibitions
– Help organize and distribute gallery information to agency partners
– Assist with the distribution of press announcements
– Assist in planning and staffing press events
– Assist with the monitoring and management of global subscriptions
Media Coverage Monitoring & Archiving
– Research current media coverage on Gagosian and gallery artists on a daily basis
– Convert relevant, digital press coverage to standardized, archival formats (PDFs)
– Maintain digital and physical press archives and digitize content as appropriate
– Assist with the compilation of weekly media coverage emails to be shared with staff
– Generate media coverage reports for artists and gallery exhibitions upon request
Listings
– Assist in the updating of global gallery listings
– BA required (preferred areas of study include communications, journalism, or art history)
– Experience in a commercial gallery, art institution press office or PR agency, including internship experience
– Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both verbal and written
– Team player
– Outgoing/self-starter
– Exceptional organizational and follow-up skills, with the ability to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment
– Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel and Word, as well as Adobe Photoshop
– Basic understanding of social media tools + channels
– Interest and basic knowledge of arts/luxury publications
Benefits and Perks:
– Comprehensive benefits suite through Cigna, including a fully subsidized employee only level HSA plan
– MetLife pet insurance
– A 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match
– Employee discount on Gagosian products and publications
– Pre-tax flexible spending, dependent care, and commuter benefits
Compensation:
– Salary commensurate with experience; comprehensive benefits package.
Please send resume and cover letter to careers@gagosian.com with “Communications & Media Relations Assistant” in the subject line. Walk-ins or phone inquiries will not be accepted for this position.
