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Communications Assistant
Communications Assistant
Frieze
Post Date: 04 Feb 2025

JOB OVERVIEW

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.IMG is a global leader in sports, fashion, events, and media and is a subsidiary of Endeavor, a global entertainment, sports and content company.

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities
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.
• Keep calendars (editorial, press conferences, events etc.) and media lists
• Participate in brainstorming and planning sessions
• Conduct research to support PR planning
• Draft and distribute content such as briefing notes and press releases
• Maintain image archive
• Support relations with stakeholders, media, vendors etc.
• Assist in tracking media coverage or PR metrics
• Assist in administration of media accreditation and invitations 

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 

Key Results Areas
• Accuracy of written communications 

Person Specification 

Knowledge and Experience
• Some previous experience of working in a communications team or related field
Desirable
• Art world experience / knowledge 

Skills and Abilities
Mandatory
• 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
• Interest in the media / art criticism 

Qualifications and Training
Mandatory
• Degree in a related subject 

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. 

To apply, please send your CV with a cover letter to [email protected]

JOB DETAILS

Location
London, UK

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