Press Assistant

Gillian McVey; City Of London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic fashion PR agency based in London is looking for a Press Assistant to join their team. This full-time role involves supporting the Senior PR Manager on the LANVIN account, managing VIP relations, and compiling press reports. Candidates should have a background in fashion or arts, strong communication skills, and proficiency in software like Photoshop and Excel. The position requires enthusiasm and the ability to manage multiple tasks under pressure.

Qualifications

• Experience working in fashion, arts, design, and culture, either in-house or within an agency.
• Able to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Determined, proactive, and works well under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Sample trafficking using both local and international courier services.
• Coordinate all VIP dressing requests and develop relationships with VIP stylists and their assistants.
• Monitor existing and new VIPs/talents for dressing opportunities.

Skills

Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills

Strong research and organisational skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure

Proficient with Photoshop, InDesign, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word

Education

Educated to degree level or equivalent

Job description

Gillian McVey is seeking an enthusiastic, motivated Press Assistant to join the team in a full-time, permanent role,working closely with the Senior PR Manager on the LANVIN account. The ideal candidate is a dynamic, ambitious individual who is passionate about fashion, the arts, and contemporary culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Sample trafficking using both local and international courier services
• VIP relations – coordinate all VIP dressing requests and develop relationships with VIP stylist’s and their assistants
• Monitor existing and new VIP’s / talents for dressing opportunities
• Updating the press contact database
• Compile weekly, monthly, and project-based press reports
• Monitor all relevant press and media coverage
• Coordinate media coverage, including seasonal assets and news stories
• Maintain UK calendar to ensure it is up to date with relevant industry events
• General press office management
• Support thePR Manager on seasonal events and projects

Requirements

• Experience working in fashion, arts, design, and culture, either in-house or within an agency
• Educated to degree level or equivalent
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong research and organisational skills
• Able to work under pressure to meet deadlines
• Highly motivated and enthusiastic
• Accomplishes tasks accurately, thoroughly and with a keen eye for detail
• Proficient with Photoshop, InDesign, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
• Excellent time management and organisational skills
• Attention to detail
• Determined, proactive, and works well under pressure