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About the Role
The PR & Communications Apprentice will support the day-to-day running of the Press department while gaining hands-on experience in one of the world’s leading commercial galleries. The role requires a passion for working in communications in the arts and a strong interest in learning about artists and the art sector. Being thorough, proactive and professional at all times, while having a strong eye for detail and consistency, is key, as is the ability to balance a varied workload. Hands-on training will be provided on developing communications strategies, pitching to journalists, and creating a strong CV.
Responsibilities
- Scanning and filing press clippings
- Writing and compiling daily press coverage reports
- Responding to press requests and sharing materials with journalists
- Supporting the press team at media events and openings
- Creating press kits, including designing image sheets, resizing images, uploading digital resources for journalists
- Building email content on Mailchimp
- Creating digital assets using existing design templates
- Supporting the drafting of press releases and other communications materials
- Proofing and sense-checking copy
- Attending PR agency meetings
- Taking meeting minutes and sharing notes with the team
- Supporting the press team with finance-related administration, including raising purchase orders and managing team expenses
- Other jobs to support the communications team when required
Requirements
- Be aged 16 or over.
- Have the right to work in the United Kingdom.
- Be based in United Kingdom for the duration of the apprenticeship.
- Not be enrolled on another government-funded qualification or apprenticeship at the same time.
- Ideally, the successful candidate should already hold GCSE English and Maths at Grade 4/C or above (or an equivalent qualification).
Skills
- Passion for communications in the art sector
- Strong interest in learning about artists and the art sector
- Thorough, proactive, and professional demeanor
- Strong eye for detail and consistency
- Ability to balance a varied workload
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Enjoys collaborating with colleagues, learning new skills and sharing ideas
- Proactive and curious, with a willingness to take initiative and anticipate team needs
- Well organised and professional
- Engaged with contemporary art across a range of platforms
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Adobe Photoshop (basic)
- Adobe Acrobat (basic)
- Mailchimp experience (useful but not essential)
Location
- White Cube Bermondsey
Work Type
- Fixed term
- Full time
Experience Level
- Apprentice
Education Level
- Level 4 PR & Communications Assistant Apprenticeship
- GCSE English and Maths at Grade 4/C or above (or equivalent) is ideal
Salary/Compensations
- £21,000 per annum
Benefits
- Hands-on training provided
- Level 4 PR & Communications Assistant Apprenticeship with The Juice Academy
- Nationally recognised Level 4 PR & Communications Assistant Apprenticeship Certificate upon completion
About the Company
- White Cube was set up by Jay Jopling in 1993 as a project room for contemporary art.
- The gallery has since grown into one of the most influential commercial galleries in the world, representing internationally renowned artists.
- White Cube’s exhibition programme extends across locations in London, Hong Kong, Paris, New York, Seoul and online.
- Since its inception in 1993, the gallery has exhibited the work of many of the world’s most highly acclaimed contemporary artists.
Equal Opportunity
- We are currently unable to offer sponsorship, nor guarantee future sponsorship opportunities, for this role.