Press Assistant

7 months ago

London, United Kingdom Axel Arigato Full time

Born in 2014 by Creative Director, Max Svärdh and CEO, Albin Johansson, Axel Arigato is a Sweden based contemporary brand that started from an Instagram page and an idea to break into the footwear market. With deep roots in music, art, architecture and what is contemporary, Axel Arigato has defined itself by offering more than a product. It has been created to leave an experience at the front of mind, whether it’s via stores, online or through events. Axel Arigato currently has 8 stores, including London, Copenhagen, Stockholm, Gothenburg, Munich & Paris with more pending. Expanding from 2 people to now hiring over 100 members of staff in 7 years, Axel Arigato also operates a subsidiary office in London.

**PRESS ASSISTANT**

We are looking for a passionate and hard-working Press Assistant to join us at Axel Arigato. The role is based at our London HQ. Since this role is handling product and demands collaboration, it is a full time on-site (in office) role at this time.

**THE ROLE & TEAM**

This is an exciting opportunity for someone to join a passionate, growing and fast-paced fashion PR team and contribute to the continued success of Axel Arigato’s presence within press and media. The PR Assistant will be primarily responsible for maximizing brand visibility through securing editorials and product placements both digitally and in print via seasonal press sample management. The role will support the wider communications team with ad hoc press outreach and maintaining press tools and platforms. As someone who supports external communication on behalf of Axel Arigato, the PR assistant must be an ambassador at all times and embody the brand values.
- Oversee the flow of daily sample sends outs, alongside press and wholesale sample requests.
- Liaise between Paris, Germany and other key markets on press and wholesale sample requests.
- Support with pitching news and drop of the week product to key UK titles for online and print features.
- Maintain the global press database & VOCAST platform, ensuring it is updated and organized regularly to reflect industry team changes.
- Prepare monthly PR reports and distribute to the wider teams to ensure they are aware of press achievements.
- Support with internal comms; work with wider team on managing internal content uploads and meeting support.
- Own, project manage, maintain, and upkeep of a sample inventory tracker (e.g. Launchmetrics).
- Oversee the press office storage spaces with appropriate samples and ensure all press samples are kept in immaculate condition and dry cleaned after shoots where necessary.
- Support on VIP/influencer dressing and gifting including fittings, appointments and store pulls.
- Responsible for monitoring and collating relevant industry and key competitors’ news and distributing to wider team.
- Responsible for gifting orders via online platform.
- Assist the team on production and execution of all brand events including but not limited to Press Days, in store events and offsite sponsorships and partnerships.

**ARE YOU THE ONE?**

We seek our newest passionate PR colleague who prides themselves on their efficiency, admin mastery and of course passion to be our next Axel Arigato ambassador. We also see you as having most of the following:

- Brings strong understanding and knowledge of the industry and media landscape.
- Previous experience within a fashion PR agency or in-house press office.
- Fluent in English.
- Excellent written, verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to adapt and work in a busy and fast paced environment.
- Proficient in Launchmetrics and Microsoft Office.
- Able to effectively communicate with different team members across the business.
- Creative and with a can-do attitude.
- Good attention to detail.
- Self-motivated and willing to learn.
- Ability to work and maximize relationships within a diverse team.

**STEPS TO JOIN THE A-TEAM**

**Salary**: £27-30K
Start date: ASAP
Location: London - Farringdon

**A BIT ABOUT AXEL ARIGATO**

Founded in 2014 by Albin Johansson and Max Svardh, Axel Arigato was born from an Instagram page focusing on footwear, that shortly after flourished into a contemporary fashion brand. With two offices, primarily based at the head office in Gothenburg, Sweden and a subsidiary office in London, UK we offer an inspiring, fast-paced and energetic workplace that encourages new ideas and creativity.

We are always looking to expand the team with fresh talent from diverse backgrounds. Innovators, dreamers and doers who have the potential to grow with the company and bring a new light to a small but increasingly broadening team.

**OUR VALUES : DROP**

Diversity, Respect, Openness and Passion are our values that we live and breathe. They are the foundation for our current state and what we will always bring with us to the future.

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