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Social Media & Publicity Associate

Shuman Public Relations is seeking a full-time Social Media & Publicity Associates to join our boutique, New York-based public relations firm, specializing in classical music and representing a roster of distinguished artists, ensembles, orchestras, opera companies, and music festivals. 

This position offers the opportunity for a creative and self-motivated individual to work in the classical music public relations field, collaborating with artists, presenters, and other industry professionals. The position demands outstanding personal qualities required to interact with clients and journalists. As we balance both the short term publicity objectives with the long term career and institutional objectives of our clients in the development and execution of public relations programs, we seek an individual capable of consistent good judgment and careful consideration of their work.

Responsibilities include:

• Planning, writing, posting, and monitoring for various client social media channels

• Managing and updating websites for our clients

• Social media content creation which might include basic graphic design and video editing

• Writing and preparing press releases and media kits

• Managing and organizing our media contact database

• Managing client calendars 

• Monitoring and clipping media placements, and creating coverage reports

• Maintaining relationships with SPR clients

• Coordinating and attending media events and concerts

Qualifications include:

• 1-2 years of work experience or equivalent

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects at once

• Superior written, verbal, and overall communication skills

• Strong awareness of general cultural trends and media

• Ability to work well under pressure and on tight deadlines

• Initiative as a team player who is professional, dependable, trustworthy, and an effective communicator

Preferred qualifications include:

• Prior public relations experience

• Prior social media experience

• Prior performing arts experience

• Knowledge of and interest in classical music and opera

This is a hybrid position based in our office in New York City.

Please send a cover letter and resume including level of knowledge or interest in classical music to contact@shuman-pr.com.

Salary Range: 45K-50K + Benefits package including health insurance