We seek an ambitious and proactive Account Executive to join our London team. The role requires a highly organised team player with excellent attention to detail, strong verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to think creatively and strategically. The ideal candidate will have proven communications experience within an arts organisation or PR agency, a genuine passion for arts and culture and an excellent understanding of the media and digital communications.
The role is instrumental to the agency and sits at the centre of campaigns across the cultural and creative industries, including contemporary art, heritage, performing arts, literature, design
and architecture and film. Current clients include Artichoke, The Auckland Project, The House of Music Hungary, The Institute of Contemporary Arts (ICA), The RIBA International Prize, Itha Gallery, The South Bank, and The Story Museum.
Delivering strategic media and promotional campaigns for clients
Acting as a point of contact for clients and building client relationships
Creating and editing press releases, media lists and publicity strategies
Pitching and responding to journalist requests and enquiries
Media monitoring and collating coverage
Managing social media channels
Working at client events, private views, photocalls, press offices and launches
Building and strengthening relationships with the UK and international media
Liaising with stakeholders in the corporate, events and culture sectors
Supporting Account Managers and Directors on campaigns
Contributing to prospective client campaign proposals and meetings
Contributing to Flint Culture’s social media channels (content creation and implementation)
Assisting with the supervision of interns
Skills & Experience Required
Minimum 1 years experience in a communications role, either within an arts organisation or PR agency
Experience in managing social media platforms (including Twitter and Instagram) and
working with social influencers
Excellent copywriting and verbal communication skills
Excellent research skills
Excellent organisation and attention to detail
Interest in the arts
Ability to work well on own initiative and within a team
Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines and multitask within a busy environment
Flexible approach to work with the ability to attend evening and weekend events where necessary
Preferred An arts-related degree
To apply for the role, please provide a CV and covering letter demonstrating how your skills and experience meet the role’s requirements to:
Chantal Lane at chantal.lane@flint-culture.com.
Please state Account Executive in the subject line.
The deadline for applications is 10 am on Monday 17 April 2023
First interviews: will take place during the weeks of 17 April 2023 & 24 April 2023