Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a long-range global, strategic communications plan for the museum that includes cultural, political, philanthropic, architectural, arts, and entertainment press.
• Support the Vice President of Communications & Talent Relations with outreach on institutional initiatives, exhibitions, and other areas as assigned.
• Lead, leverage, and engage third-party public relations agencies and their relationships to influence the best media coverage.
• Build and sustain strong media contacts with national, regional, and local print, broadcast, and digital outlets.
• Build and maintain strong communication and relationships with internal departments including but not limited to Film Programs, Education and Public Engagement, Operations, Curatorial, Advancement, Membership, and Marketing, as well as the Academy, to promote museum programs and initiatives.
• Coordinate media interest in the museum and ensure regular contact with target media and appropriate response to media requests.
• Write press materials, including press releases, media alerts, fact sheets, and backgrounders.
• Prepare public remarks for museum and Academy spokespeople, both internal and third-party, and institutional messaging for staff.
• Pitch, book, and cover interviews; coordinate and cover site visits; coordinate photographic and video coverage.
• Manage interviews for museum spokespeople, including interview preparation and media training, and fulfill press requests.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree is required.
• 5 years of experience in public relations or a related field.
• Experience in museums, cultural institutions, or the entertainment industry.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills; an eye for detail and proofreading.
• Familiar with key social media platforms.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated editorial experience.
• Commitment to confidentiality and ability to operate with discretion and professionalism at all times.
• Ability to successfully build and maintain relationships.
• Experience working with diverse audiences and partners.
• Software and database experience including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Airtable, Salesforce, Microsoft Dynamics CRM, Studio System, IMDBPro, and other programs.
• Ability to work independently as well as with a larger team depending on project needs.

Nice to Have

• Intermediate Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with Salesforce, Marketing Cloud, Air Table, Critical Mention, and CisionPoint.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 15 days of PTO, plus company-paid holidays.
• Additional time off including summer hours, winter hours, and a cultural floating holiday.
• Paid sick leave.
• Paid parental leave.
• 401k retirement plan with a company match
• Clean Air Commuter Program
• Employee Assistance Program through CompPsych Guidance Resources.
• Wellness benefits through Cigna Healthcare.
• Free access to 16,000+ online courses through LinkedIn Learning