Job Description
The role of a Press Officer at Assembly Festival involves delivering the press and media strategy for the 2025 summer season. This includes coordinating with the press team, broadcast, and event manager to deliver live media opportunities and onsite filming.
Key responsibilities include:
* Responding to and managing daily press enquiries via phone and email.
* Maintaining the press office inbox and assisting with accreditation processing and press ticket requests.
* Ensuring smooth day-to-day operations of the press office during the festival period.
Media Relations
* Supporting the distribution of press releases and media invites.
* Liaising with journalists, photographers, and broadcasters regarding coverage opportunities.
* Assisting in building relationships with new and existing media contacts.
* Coordinating artist interviews, media call scheduling, and photo opportunities.
* Briefing artists and spokespeople in advance of interviews or press appearances.
Broadcast and Onsite Support
* Working with the Broadcast and Event Manager to deliver live media opportunities and onsite filming.
* Helping coordinate press launch events, media mornings, and photocalls.
* Escorting and managing media visits onsite when required.
In-House PR Campaigns
* Supporting the Head of Marketing and Communications in delivering organisational press campaigns.
* Assisting in drafting and disseminating brand announcements, key messages, and institutional communications.
* Monitoring and responding to media opportunities related to Assembly's profile and broader positioning.
Coverage Monitoring & Reporting
* Tracking media coverage and compiling press clippings and evaluation reports.
* Updating internal records with press and campaign activity as needed.