About Frieze
At Frieze we believe art is vital to communities and cultures. Bringing together galleries, artists, institutions, and art lovers all over the world to make art flourish.
Frieze is a media and events company that comprises three publications, frieze magazine, Frieze Masters Magazine and Frieze Week; and five international art fairs, Frieze London, Frieze LA, Frieze New York, Frieze Seoul (launching September 2022) and Frieze Masters; regular talks and summits, led by frieze editors; and frieze.com – the definitive resource for contemporary art and culture.
In October 2021, Frieze launched No.9 Cork Street, a hub for visiting international galleries in the heart of Mayfair, London. Frieze is part of the IMG network.
What You'll Do:
The ideal candidate will be extremely efficient and organised, 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 organisation 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
Key Results Areas
* Accuracy of written communications
Working Conditions:
Permanent, London Surrey Street
Mon-Fri, 10am-6pm
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
You Have These:
Knowledge and Experience
* Degree in a related subject or equivalent experience
* Some previous experience of working in a communications team or related field
* 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
* Art world experience / knowledge
* Interest in the media / art criticism
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.