Description
Founded in 1992 with club events in Liverpool, Cream has evolved over the past 30 years into one of the world's leading promoters of electronic music events, hosting festivals and events across the UK and globally. We are seeking a dynamic individual to join our team in an exciting role that supports the Head of PR & Communications. The successful candidate will play a key part in delivering impactful press coverage, writing compelling press releases, and contributing to various aspects of our event promotion, all aimed at engaging and captivating our audience.
Who you are
Competencies / Skills / Knowledge / Experience
1. An understanding of the basic elements of PR & Marketing and an appetite for discovering new media platforms and feature opportunities to secure good quality editorial
2. Excellent writing, spelling, grammar and copywriting skills
3. Good communication skills
4. A good understanding of the media landscape and various platforms to promote events
5. Must be able to multitask and have strong organisational skills with the ability to manage a number of projects at the same time
6. PR / Marketing qualifications desirable
7. Proficient using MS Office (Word / Excel / Outlook)
8. Photoshop design skills advantageous but not essential
Behaviours
The following attributes determine how the role will be carried out and are required to be a success
9. Flexible approach to working hours, specifically during event weekends / onsales etc
10. Self-motivated
11. Willingness to work outside of the PR/Customer service role to assist the wider team and ensure the successful deliver of events and customer service experience
12. Personable, creative, flexible with the ability to multi-task
13. The ability to work well under pressure and to tight deadlines
14. A passion for electronic music
15. Ability to plan, organise and prioritise workload to meet deadlines and accommodate changing requirements
16. Ability to work alone and as part of a team
17. Enthusiasm for going the extra mile
What the role includes
18. Creating, planning and securing editorial coverage across all media, and lead responsibility for strategy and delivery of online and regional press for all related events and festivals
19. Drafting press releases and syndication
20. Drafting content for various platforms
21. Ability to keep multi-event PR and Ticket Agent plans up to date and delivery weekly reports
22. Managing event listings across relevant media
23. Ensuring media databases are kept up to date and building relationships
24. Responsible for setting up ticket agent marketing and ensuring promotion opportunities are maximised throughout all campaigns
25. Customer service – responding and assisting with customer enquiries
26. Liasing with artist management to secure press and utilise databases, social media and any other available routes to market via artist platforms
27. Communicating with artist management teams sourcing EPK’s, announcements securing artist support etc
28. Setting up competitions, artist press interviews etc
Equal Opportunities
We are passionate and committed to our people and go beyond the rhetoric of diversity and inclusion. You will be working in an inclusive environment and be encouraged to bring your whole self to work. We will do all that we can to help you successfully balance your work and homelife. As a growing business we will encourage you to develop your professional and personal aspirations, enjoy new experiences, and learn from the talented people you will be working with. It’s talent that matters to us and we encourage applications from people irrespective of their gender identity, race, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability status or caring responsibilities.
The Company
Cream Global Ltd. is part of Live Nation Entertainment which is the world’s leading live entertainment company comprised of global market leaders: Ticketmaster, Live Nation Concerts, LN Media and Artist Nation Management.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Monday 30th September 2024. We reserve the right to close applications at any time so encourage early application where possible.
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