PR/Press Assistant
PR Assistant/Press Assistant
NYC Based| 5 Days in Office
Icon Luxury Fashion House
The Press Assistant support Communications and PR team working out of their SOHO based New York City offices.
The key role is to support the Global Press Coordinator with press activity and other PR related needs seeking a candidate who can work autonomously, function proactively, exercise discretion and independent judgement, and will report directly to the Global Press Coordinator.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Oversee all Press Activity.
- Facilitate sample requests under the supervision and guidance of the Global Press Coordinator.
- Organize all sample shipping and return logistics.
- Responsible for tracking all upcoming and published editorial credits and features.
- Help with special projects including but not limited to contact database on GPS and internal archival of collections
- Assist in preparing reports including sample trafficking, special projects, internal reports and confirmed editorial credits that will be submitted to top management
- Support with Special Events and Collaborations.
- Help with tasks concerning events whenever necessary and relevant including but not limited to runway shows in Paris and collaborative affairs.
- Support Press Team with tasks related to upcoming collaborations including but not limited to coordinating gifting efforts and planning launches.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Some level of experience in Public Relations/Communications with focus on sample trafficking, direct communication with publications/stylists and shipping logistics.
- Efficient in Microsoft Office, Photoshop and Fashion GPS
- Proactively contributes to create a team environment that is professional, flexible, and enjoyable
- Able to develop and adapt to the needs of the brand
- Strong sense of responsibility and attention to detail
- Ability to sit and stand for long periods of time.
- Ability to move boxes weighing up to 50 lbs.
NEED TO KNOW:
- In Office role, 5 days a week
- Benefits and Bonus Opportunity
Salary range $40,000 plus bonuses