The Place is looking for a Press and Media Manager

The Place are looking for a Press and Media Manager  to join the dynamic communications team at The Place, London’s creative powerhouse for dance development leading the way in dance training, creation and performance.

Leading on all press and media activity you will be creating a range of opportunities to promote The Place’s work to the broadest possible audience. You will also play a vital role in maximising opportunities around the organisations’ 50th anniversary year.

Supported by a Communications Officer (working across the team) and working closely with communications and other departments’ colleagues, you will develop The Place’s profile and reputation locally, nationally and internationally.

You will have demonstrable experience of press and media relations at a senior level, with a proven track record in delivering effective national campaigns in print, broadcast and online. You must be a natural problem solver, with highly developed written and oral communications skills. You will be able to foster strong relationships with journalists, media influencers and stakeholders, have proven persuasive negotiating skills and be able to prioritise a busy and varied workload at a fast pace.

This is a part time (0.8) open-ended permanent contract.

Closing date for applications: 12 pm 12 June 2018

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