PR & Communications Assistant

Title: PR & Communications Assistant
Salary: Based on experience 
Hours: 9.00am – 5.00pm (Monday – Friday) 
Location: Remote – but if based in Los Angeles, potential for 1 day a week in Beverly Hills office.

A bit about us: -

Established in 2009, Listen Up provides a 360 promotional service, offering global campaigns that cover traditional press, new media and digital communications, as well as radio plugging, club and streaming promotions through our offices in London and Los Angeles. In 2014 after recognizing a gap in the market we moved our services stateside and opened an additional arm of the business in LA. Specializing in various music genres and events, we place our clients directly in the spotlight with the experience and knowhow to oversee thoughtful, effective, creative and engaging campaigns. With current and past clients including Doja Cat, Burna Boy, Black Coffee, David Guetta, Xzibit, FISHER, Dom Dolla and Bone Thugs-N-Harmony, Listen Up are now recognized as one of the market leaders in the world of music promotion services.

Where you step in: -

We are currently recruiting for a motivated PR & Communications Assistant with a passion for electronic, pop and hip-hop music and industry relevant experience to join our team. The PR & Communications Assistant is responsible for supporting the Director and Head of PR & Communications with the organisation and coordination of artists’ and events campaigns.

If you are interested in working with us, please ensure you meet our essential requirements and apply with a copy of your CV and a cover letter.   

The skills you will bring:

●      Minimum 1 years’ experience in a similar role.

●      Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

●      Proactivity!

●      Proficiency on social media and an active interest in monitoring current trends.

●      Creativity and are excited about sharing ideas.

●      Passionate and knowledgeable about music media.

●      Fluency in Spanish is a bonus.

The key focus area of this role are:

●      Brainstorming creative ideas for client campaigns.

●      Assisting with logistics for launch events / release parties.

●      Auditing for news posts and features.

●      Assisting with press releases when needed.

●      Regional tour pitching.

●      Helping to build out media lists and keep current lists updated.

●      Helping to regularly identify new media trends and opportunities for clients.

●      Creating EPKs.

●      Keeping the Listen Up socials updated with press wins.

●      Helping with weekly reporting.

Job Description:

●      Ensuring you have all assets for client campaigns (MP3s, press shots, artwork, biographies etc) to create press packs on Egnyte.

●      Reaching out to tour promoters to discuss press opportunities around dates.

●      Regional tour outreach for client’s live dates.

●      When necessary, facilitate artist interviews with journalists.

●      Transcribing interviews and drafting interview questions where needed.

●      Writing press releases.

●      Keeping the Listen Up socials updated with any clients news/features that have gone live that day/week.

●      Keeping the gig guide and release schedule up to date.

●      Taking notes during press meets and client calls.

●      Handling our master database, ensuring that all contacts are up to date and new ones are added as they come through.

●      Auditing for news posts and features.

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