Institutional Press Manager

Manhattan, NY (Unknown)

$80K/yr – $90K/yrMid Level4+ years expFull time

Posted 2 weeks ago

Job Summary

Own and drive strategic press and storytelling programs for Maison, Equestrian, and Institutional métiers, shaping media relations, crisis and CSR alignment, and event PR across national and regional outlets. Lead cross-functional planning, influencer engagement, and budget support for high-impact press initiatives.

  • Develop and execute strategic press strategies and guest lists
  • Coordinate events, store openings, and media opportunities
  • Monitor coverage and report results to leadership

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Support Director with all Maison, Equestrian, and Institutional requests and initiatives
  • Administrate the development and execution of a strong, dynamic, and strategic storytelling and product editorial placement in top-tier national and regional publications and newspapers and key digital media outlets in support of increased brand visibility and awareness about Maison, Equestrian, and Institutional métiers
  • Track pertinent corporate and crisis communications press on the house utilizing media tracking systems and flag to senior team and Paris headquarters when needed
  • Work with Director to create a strong Corporate Social Responsibility and diversity & inclusion strategy to protect the company from future sensitive situations. Partner closely with internal Corporate Social Responsibility team to ensure proper alignment between press strategy and non-profit focuses
  • Support cross-functional planning for Maison moments, ensuring cohesive storytelling and stakeholder alignment
  • Liaise with Maison and Equestrian press to confirm product loans, work with Showroom Manager to ensure a seamless process is in place
  • Cultivate relationships with and maintain regular contact with Maison, Equestrian, and regional publication contacts
  • Collaborate with Director on the development of strategic press strategies and guest lists to support house objectives and press engagement
  • Assist Director with Maison & Equestrian events, store openings, Institutional projects
  • Arrange logistics (including travel, hotel, experiences) for all Institutional, Maison, and Equestrian events

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree preferred
  • 3-4 years of experience, including hands-on internship, in similar role and/or department
  • High level of attention to detail
  • Proven excellence at meeting long and short-term deadlines
  • Solid knowledge of Microsoft Office
  • Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills

Preferred

  • Launchmetrics and Meltwater knowledge a plus
  • Experience in corporate/crisis communications a plus
  • Maison (home) and equestrian media a plus

Benefits

  • Commission and bonus incentives based on sales performance
  • Medical, Dental, Vision
  • Life Insurance and Disability
  • Paid time off (15 vacation days, 11 company holidays, 3 floating holidays, 2 wellbeing days, and sick & safe time)
  • Paid Parental Leave and Transition Time
  • 401(k) and Roth Retirement Plan with company matching and profit sharing
  • Various voluntary benefits (e.g., flexible spending accounts, fitness reimbursement, voluntary life insurance)
  • Product discount and EAP resources
  • Access to Calm App, Health Advocate, Family Building Support, and more!
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Hermès

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A creator, artisan and seller of high-quality objects since 1837, Hermès is an independent, family-owned French house that employs more than 16,600 people worldwide. Driven by its permanent entrepreneurial spirit and consistently high standards, Hermès cultivates the freedom and autonomy of each individual through responsible management. The company perpetuates the transmission of exceptional know-how through strong territorial presence that respects people and nature, a source of exceptional materials. Sixteen artisanal métiers nurture the creativity of the house, whose collections are presented in over 300 stores around the world.

Founded in 1977
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19K employees (1,885 in marketing)
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