Manager of Public Relations and Communications

About the role

Our Public Relations department plays a critical role in shaping and representing the Museum's brand identity and is responsible for external communications to support our mission and vision. The department helps to create and execute a communications strategy for external consumption, including media, the public, and our local communities, with the goals of advancing our profile and programs and increasing awareness of the Museum and its impact, including building attendance. The Manager of Public Relations and Communications is part of a team of publicists, marketers, digital content creators, and visitor engagement professionals. As a vital arm of the organization, they interact with all departments, including Collections and Exhibitions, Education, Public Programs, Visitor Engagement, Graphic Design, Editorial Services, Development, and Public Safety, among others.

Department: Public Relations and Communications. Reports to: Director, Public Relations and Communications. Union status: Union – UAW Local 2110. FLSA status: Exempt. Position type: Full-time.

Responsibilities

• Conceive and manage communications initiatives and develop strategies to promote exhibitions, events, and public programs
• Solicit attention in all media (print, broadcast, online) for multiple projects
• Work collaboratively on projects with other Museum departments, and appropriate external stakeholders
• Develop and maintain strong professional relationships with domestic and international media covering arts and lifestyle news
• Write, edit, and promote all media materials relating to exhibitions, programs, events, and news, including press releases, media alerts, briefing documents, and printed promotional materials
• Respond to and track all media requests for information and images
• Organize exhibition, public program, and event images in our press room, located on the Museum website, for media use
• Support and maintain our media contacts database, and research and meet with new contacts to develop relationships with key reporters, bloggers, and media members
• Organize and manage press events, including press conferences and openings
• Other responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree, at minimum, with a degree in English, Art History, or communications strongly preferred
• Three to five years of work experience in museums, art galleries, cultural organizations, public relations firms, or related fields
• Strong multichannel strategic communications skills and media contacts
• Experience managing complex long- and short-term projects within budget
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work on multiple projects with differing deadlines
• Strong computer skills working in various platforms
• Knowledge of image management
• Experience developing and tracking budgets

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan and Pension Plan
• Generous paid time off, including annual vacation leave, sick leave, and 13 Museum holidays
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) & Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) for eligible pre-tax health care, dependent care, and commuter expenses
• Employee Assistant Program
• Free admission to various NYC museums and cultural institutions
• Early access to Museum exhibitions
• Invitations to staff-only programs, tours, and on-site engagement events
• Opportunities to participate in community initiatives and Museum programs
• 40% discount for staff in Museum shops
• 20% discount at Museum café

Pay

Salary: $74,298.43

Schedule

35 hours per week, Monday–Friday, 9 am–5 pm