Careers

Paid Public Relations Internship – Visual Arts

Public relations and strategic communications firm specializing in visual arts, design, architecture, and culture is seeking an enthusiastic, organized, dedicated, candidate for an internship for a minimum of three (3) months.

Duties include, but are not limited to:
+ Supporting the Visual Arts team with administration
+ Attending regular team catch up meetings via Zoom to understand and assign key roles and responsibilities for the week ahead
+ Attending weekly brainstorming meetings for story angles and pitch targets
+ Researching new media contacts and publications
+ Helping to coordinate social media efforts
+ Drafting outreach reports
+ Creating and updating media lists and contact databases
+ Maintaining press clippings
+ Attending events and assisting with check-in where appropriate

Applicants should possess strong writing and organizational skills, a demonstrable interest in contemporary visual arts, an eye for aesthetics, and an ability to work well in a remote setting with regular virtual check-ins. Some knowledge or background in art history is essential. Must be literate in Zoom, Google Meet, Google Drive (incl. Google Docs and Google Sheets), and Microsoft Office. 

Prospective interns should be available for 2-3 full days per week (10am –  5pm) beginning in May. This is a paid internship.

Please send cover letter, resume, and availability by email by Friday, April April 26 to: careers@bluemedium.com

Blue Medium is an equal opportunity employer. Black, Indigenous, and/or People of Color encouraged to apply. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. No phone calls please.

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ACCOUNT COORDINATOR – Architecture & Design

Public relations firm specializing in visual arts, architecture, and design seeks a full-time Account Coordinator to work in its Architecture & Design division.

We are looking for an experienced, extremely well-organized, and detail-oriented public relations professional. The applicant must be able to multi-task and have the ability to take initiative and help problem solve. They must be media savvy, have an impeccable phone manner, experience working in a team, and the ability to prioritize and take direction.

Candidates should be knowledgeable about architecture and design. Also required are outstanding writing skills, flair for social media content, and polished interpersonal skills. The ability to multi-task and work effectively in a small-team environment is essential.

The Account Coordinator will be responsible for multiple clients and participate in all aspects of PR planning and implementation. At least one year of full-time experience in a related field is required. Candidates must be well-organized and detail-oriented, think creatively and quickly, can adapt to different kinds of clients and contexts, and be comfortable in social and virtual environments. Our hybrid work plan requires that candidates be able to work from home with a reliable internet connection and quiet workspace three days a week in addition to two office days. Salary commensurate with experience. Benefits include full health care coverage (including vision and dental), three weeks paid vacation, and a bonus plan.

We value stability and long-term work relationships and seek candidates whose professional goals align naturally with the agency and its clients. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package including 100% company-paid health and dental insurance coverage, generous vacation and personal days, a retirement plan and bonuses subject to revenue and performance.

Responsibilities include:
+ Creating and executing strategic communication plans/timelines
+ Assisting as day-to-day contact for clients
+ Fielding media inquiries and arranging client interviews
+ Helping to develop PR strategies for projects
+ Compiling and reviewing targeted media lists
+ Actively pitching media outlets
+ Developing and editing press materials including press releases, pitch letters, media alerts, fact sheets, images, talking points, and presentations
+ Planning special events, such as press previews and press trips
+ Reviewing agendas and media updates for bi-weekly client calls
+ Compiling weekly client media reports and sending
+ Implementing social media strategies for clients
+ Database supervision
+ Representing Blue Medium at design world events
+ Managing a team intern

Required Qualifications:
+ Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Communications or Journalism
+ Excellent communication, writing, and interpersonal skills
+ An energetic team player and self-starter
+ Ability to multitask and prioritize
+ Proficiency in Microsoft Word, AirTable, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.
+ Solid understanding of social media tools and channels
+ Knowledge of publications covering architecture, design, lifestyle and culture
+ Availability to attend client events after hours as required
+ Willingness to work both from our office and from home (hybrid).

The Account Coordinator reports to the Account Manager – Architecture & Design.

To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to: careers (at) bluemedium (dot) com. No calls please.

Blue Medium is an equal opportunity employer. Black, Indigenous, and/or People of Color encouraged to apply. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. No phone calls please.