Responsibilities

• Conceive and manage communications initiatives and develop strategies to promote exhibitions, events, and public programs
• Solicit attention in all media (print, broadcast, online) for multiple projects
• Work collaboratively on projects with other Museum departments, and appropriate external stakeholders Develop and maintain strong professional relationships with domestic and international media covering arts and lifestyle news
• Write, edit, and promote all media materials relating to exhibitions, programs, events, and news, including press releases, media alerts, briefing documents, and printed promotional materials
• Respond to and track all media requests for information and images
• Organize exhibition, public program, and event images in our press room, located on the Museum website, for media use
• Support and maintain our media contacts database, and research and meet with new contacts to develop relationships with key reporters, bloggers, and media members
• Organize and manage press events, including press conferences and openings
• Other responsibilities as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree, at minimum, with a degree in English, Art History, or communications strongly preferred
• Three to five years of work experience in museums, art galleries, cultural organizations, public relations firms, or related fields
• Strong multichannel strategic communications skills and media contacts
• Experience managing complex long- and short-term projects within budget
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work on multiple projects with differing deadlines
• Strong computer skills working in various platforms
• Knowledge of image management
• Experience developing and tracking budgets

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan and Pension Plan
• Generous paid time off, including annual vacation leave, sick leave, and 13 Museum holidays
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) & Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) for eligible pre-tax health care, dependent care, and commuter expenses
• Employee Assistant Program
• Free admission to various NYC museums and cultural institutions
• Early access to Museum exhibitions
• Invitations to staff-only programs, tours, and on-site engagement events
• Opportunities to participate in community initiatives and Museum programs