Press officer, NT Productions

2 months ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom National Theatre Full time

Closing date: Wednesday 31st July 2024 at 12 noon

Salary: £30,000 per annum

Working hours: 35 hours per week. Although additional hours may be necessary in order to fulfil the post's requirements.

Interview dates: Week beginning 5th August 2024

As part of the NTP team, play a key role in developing and executing press campaigns for tours and transfers of productions originating at the National Theatre.

National Theatre Productions (NTP) aims to extend the life of National Theatre productions, without subsidy, in London's West End, on tour throughout the UK, on Broadway, internationally, and in collaboration with coproducing partners around the world.

The post holder will work with the Head of Press & Communications (NTP) on shows touring the UK and Ireland, to London's West End, to Broadway and further afield.

Productions will include (but will not be limited to) the global phenomenon, War Horse, which is soon to embark on a large-scale UK and Ireland tour, The Lehman Trilogy which returns to the West End following successful international dates and, Dear England, the recent Olivier Award winning, 'Best New Play'.

The post-holder will also contribute to department-wide initiatives including audience development and the making of digital content for social media.

The role involves working closely with other NT colleagues such as the wider Press Team, the Marketing, Digital and Broadcast departments, Access, Development and Publications as well as Producers and Production Creative teams. The role requires regular close working with external consultants, suppliers, stakeholders and marketing and press teams across venues in our touring network.

Responsibilities

To research, plan and implement press campaigns for productions across all forms of media, working with colleagues, company management and creative teams to secure and achieve varied press coverage for NTP shows, maintaining a high standard of professionalism and creativity.Liaise with journalists daily to facilitate requests such as arranging interviews and press tickets, supplying press images, issuing press releases and press night invitations.Liaise with tour venues in the UK and internationally on the publicity campaigns and in-week activity for NTP productions, working with the Company Manager and company and creatives to secure press opportunities, create and distribute briefing notifications, supervise press events and arrange travel.To draft press releases to announce productions, access performances, and casting announcements. Proofreading of press materials.Use of the NT's media database, Cision, to research journalists and PR opportunities and to distribute press releases.To oversee the coordination and distribution of daily/weekly press cuttings and press reports with the Head of Press & Comms and Press & Marketing Assistant whilst also monitoring press stories and topical issues in the theatre, and wider arts, sector.Working with the NTP marketing and general management team on planning and implementation of special events, including press nights and rehearsal room events. Other The post also holds responsibility for press images, working closely with the Head of Press and marketing colleagues to ensure captioning and copyright is correct and that images are effectively distributed to media Job Description Press Officer NTP.Work with the National Theatre press office, partners and external press and marketing agencies, as required.To undertake any other duties which may reasonably be required, including invoice management via Proactis, the NT's finance management system.To support the National's communication objectives by presenting information to your manager, team and colleagues as appropriate, whilst respecting confidentiality, so that you and your colleagues have all the information you need to perform your duties effectively.General day-to-day liaison with internal and external partners, including marketing and press agencies, venue marketing and teams, box office personnel, etc.To undertake training and attend networking events deemed necessary by your manager.To comply with the National's Equal Opportunities and Health and Safety policies at all times. Knowledge, skills and experienceExperience in theatre publicity dealing with a range of local, national and international journalists and a genuine interest in press relations.Experience of working in a busy work environment with touring experience and/or co-producing partnerships.The ability to deal confidently, courteously and discreetly with all levels of the media, theatre personnel and the public (both in person, over the phone and on email) with experience of building successful relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.Prior experience of creating and managing dynamic, wide reaching and inclusive press campaigns.Experience at working at press events e.g. Press Launches, Media Calls, Opening Nights and Media Calls. We support and encourage people from a variety of backgrounds, experiences and skill sets to join us and help shape what we do. As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for our vacancies. The employer reserves the right to close the listing and stop accepting applications sooner than the original deadline. Therefore we strongly recommend applying at the earliest opportunity. Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

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