A dynamic and well-regarded PR agency is seeking a charismatic and motivated Junior PR Executive to join the team. This is an exciting full-time opportunity for someone with a passion for theatre and the arts, who has demonstrated enthusiasm for PR through internships, work placements, or by starting their career as a PR assistant.
Well-organised, efficient, and self-motivated, you will play a key role in supporting PR campaigns and working closely with journalists. While this is a junior position, you will be entrusted with significant responsibility in handling projects and liaising with clients.
You should be a confident communicator who thrives in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple projects with ease. A willingness to learn new systems and approaches quickly is essential.
This role requires a responsible and trustworthy individual with strong writing skills and a keen eye for detail. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Dropbox, Google Suite, and social media scheduling platforms is also required.
It’s a fast-paced position but offers the chance to work within a friendly and well-established agency. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with a diverse range of clients across theatre, visual arts, circus, and opera. The agency is widely recognised for its work at the Edinburgh Fringe and with arts festivals across the UK.
Based in a vibrant office near Charing Cross station, this role offers 21 days of holiday plus additional leave between Christmas and New Year when the office closes.
Here’s what you’ll be doing:
Maintaining an up-to-date PR contacts database
Pitching stories to journalists
Building and maintaining relationships with clients and journalists
Copywriting and proofreading
Preparing weekly client reports
Running press events, opening nights, and media calls
Media monitoring
Managing social media channels
Supporting celebrity events and personal PR initiatives
Here are the skills you'll need:
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
Attention to detail and organisational skills
Confidence in working with media and clients
Familiarity with Microsoft Office, Dropbox, Google Suite, and social media scheduling tools
Work permissions:
You must have the right to work in the United Kingdom. Visa sponsorship is not available at this time.
Here are the benefits of this job:
Opportunity to work with an exciting and diverse range of clients in the arts sector
A supportive and collaborative team environment
An office located in the heart of London, near Charing Cross station
21 days' holiday plus extra leave during the Christmas office closure
Salary £24,000 - £26,000 DOE
A career in PR within the arts sector offers the chance to engage with creative industries, shape public narratives, and build relationships with influential media figures. If you have a passion for theatre and the arts, and a drive to excel in PR, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
