Executive, Arts

Brunswick Group•New York, NY

6d•$70,000 - $80,000•Onsite

About The Position

Brunswick Group is seeking an Executive to support Brunswick Arts. Executives in the Arts sector blend their own specialized skills, backgrounds, and passion for arts and culture while operating in Brunswick’s generalist environment. About the Role Client Contribution & Handling Deliver high quality work; provide strong support to teams Draft, proofread and edit press releases, memos, presentations and other documents created for clients; exhibit exemplary attention to detail Provide research and analysis on media coverage, relevant trends and events Research and compile press lists Draft pitch documents for media coverage Monitor daily arts media coverage for internal distribution Demonstrate interest in clients’ business; identify and analyze news articles regarding cultural sector trends and announcements Effectively handle the logistics around media meetings, announcement days and other client events Teamwork and Collaborative Approach Willingly assume and actively pursue additional responsibility and role on the team; take initiative Keep colleagues informed of project status; develop action plans/meeting notes as appropriate Communication Skills Prepare well-written, organized and thoughtful documents and correspondence Express a point of view in a thoughtful manner; able to analyse and distil complex information Use good judgment in deciding what information should be shared and what should not; exercise discretion Provides input into media strategy to identify new angles and selling in stories to a range of different media Continuous Learner Demonstrate curiosity and awareness of current and relevant issues in global arts and culture Actively seek out or accepts assignments that represent learning opportunities and provide professional growth Willingly accept suggestions for improvement; seek feedback and constructive criticism Attend and engage in internal learning opportunities and training sessions

Requirements

1-3 years of relevant work experience (communications firm, media outlet, gallery, museum, auction house, performing arts organization, higher education etc.)
Strong interest in the intersection of arts and culture issues and communications
Exceptional research, writing and communication skills
Ability to multitask and prioritize with astute attention to detail
Basic understanding of arts and culture terminology and major institutions in the US
Knowledge of key media outlets and arts and culture writers
Ability to exhibit discretion with confidential client matters
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products and digital media tools
Knowledge of Factiva, CisionPoint

Nice To Haves

Adept at navigating and succeeding within high-performance, entrepreneurial environments
Excellent communicator with professional polish and strong emotional intelligence
Entrepreneurial and collaborative spirit
Terrific sense of humor

Responsibilities

Deliver high quality work; provide strong support to teams
Draft, proofread and edit press releases, memos, presentations and other documents created for clients; exhibit exemplary attention to detail
Provide research and analysis on media coverage, relevant trends and events
Research and compile press lists
Draft pitch documents for media coverage
Monitor daily arts media coverage for internal distribution
Demonstrate interest in clients’ business; identify and analyze news articles regarding cultural sector trends and announcements
Effectively handle the logistics around media meetings, announcement days and other client events
Willingly assume and actively pursue additional responsibility and role on the team; take initiative
Keep colleagues informed of project status; develop action plans/meeting notes as appropriate
Prepare well-written, organized and thoughtful documents and correspondence
Express a point of view in a thoughtful manner; able to analyse and distil complex information
Use good judgment in deciding what information should be shared and what should not; exercise discretion
Provides input into media strategy to identify new angles and selling in stories to a range of different media
Demonstrate curiosity and awareness of current and relevant issues in global arts and culture
Actively seek out or accepts assignments that represent learning opportunities and provide professional growth
Willingly accept suggestions for improvement; seek feedback and constructive criticism
Attend and engage in internal learning opportunities and training sessions

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health savings account
Life insurance
Commuter Benefits
Generous Paid Time Off: 25 vacation days and 10 days sick leave, as well as 11 paid company holidays
Firm-sponsored 401(k) Plan with 3% automatic company contribution of base and bonus with an additional 1.5% profit share– immediate vesting
Career training and development opportunities
Employee discounts