Press & Communications Associate

MONCLER S.P.A.•New York, NY

46d•$70,000 - $80,000

About The Position

Overview WE ARE STONE ISLAND: Stone Island is a defiantly independent community. Since our founding in 1982, a shared mindset has driven us to become a globally recognized icon of independent spirit, leadership, and innovation. The Stone Island spirit is the foundation of the culture that we cherish and nurture every day. We provide you with the opportunity to build relationships that will shape your career, your life and our Famiglia. The opportunity to follow your own compass. THE ROLE: Press & Communications Associate At Stone Island we are always looking for people who share our spirit and values to drive our company forward. We are currently looking for someone that will support the execution of Stone Island's communication and engagement strategies in the America region, ensuring alignment with global objectives. This person will focus on administrative and organizational tasks, helping to build the brand's presence through media support, sample management, and coordination of events and influencer programs. Your Impact Press & Communication Support: Assist in implementing communication strategies provided by Global HQ, ensuring alignment with Stone Island's brand identity. Monitor media coverage and compile weekly and monthly reports highlighting editorial placements and key metrics. Maintain and update the press office database, ensuring accurate media contact information. Provide administrative support in the creation and distribution of press materials. Utilize data analytics to assess the impact of press and community initiatives, Collaborate with internal and external partners to create relevant, impactful content ensuring that all communications reflect Stone Island's brand positioning. Community Engagement: Coordinate the community seeding program, including managing shipping logistics and tracking engagement outcomes. Support the development of relationships with VIPs and influencers by assisting with outreach and scheduling appointments. Help curate and organize VIP experiences, such as events and showroom visits, to ensure a seamless brand experience. Press Events Support: Support press and VIP appointments at the Stone Island showroom, stores, and relevant external venues. Collaborate closely with wholesale and retail leadership to support business objectives through PR and VIP engagement. Support seasonal collection launches, including press presentations and showroom events, ensuring they align with global guidelines. Manage VIP and media attendance for Stone Island's events / projects, coordinating logistics and ensuring seamless experiences. Oversee in-store press events and promotions to strengthen relationships with media and influencers. Showroom & Sample Management: Oversee the daily operations of the New York Showroom, ensuring it is always presented to a high standard. Assist with the organization of press and influencer events, including logistics, invitations, and on-site support. Manage of all samples, ensuring accurate tracking, timely responses to editorial requests, and proper care of items. Track and report on press coverage, building weekly and monthly reports, highlighting key editorial placements and their impact. Collaboration & Administrative Tasks: Work closely with internal teams, including HQ and regional teams, to ensure alignment on key initiatives. Provide support for seasonal collection launches, including preparing materials and assisting with event execution. Handle general administrative duties such as scheduling meetings, preparing agendas, and managing travel itineraries for VIPs and team members as needed. Prepare and submit regular reports and analysis on brand activities, account performance, and market trends to senior management. Maintain and update the press office database, ensuring accurate and timely communications with media contacts. Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in marketing, or a related field preferred, or equivalent work experience.
1-2 years of experience in PR, marketing, or communications; experience in luxury, fashion, or media a plus.
Strong organizational skills with keen attention to detail and the ability to multitask effectively.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a passion for storytelling and building relationships.
Familiarity with digital platforms and social media trends, particularly as they pertain to influencer engagement.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and basic understanding of analytics tools.
A proactive, collaborative mindset with a willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
Interest in and understanding of luxury fashion and brand positioning.

Responsibilities

Assist in implementing communication strategies provided by Global HQ, ensuring alignment with Stone Island's brand identity.
Monitor media coverage and compile weekly and monthly reports highlighting editorial placements and key metrics.
Maintain and update the press office database, ensuring accurate media contact information.
Provide administrative support in the creation and distribution of press materials.
Utilize data analytics to assess the impact of press and community initiatives
Collaborate with internal and external partners to create relevant, impactful content ensuring that all communications reflect Stone Island's brand positioning.
Coordinate the community seeding program, including managing shipping logistics and tracking engagement outcomes.
Support the development of relationships with VIPs and influencers by assisting with outreach and scheduling appointments.
Help curate and organize VIP experiences, such as events and showroom visits, to ensure a seamless brand experience.
Support press and VIP appointments at the Stone Island showroom, stores, and relevant external venues.
Collaborate closely with wholesale and retail leadership to support business objectives through PR and VIP engagement.
Support seasonal collection launches, including press presentations and showroom events, ensuring they align with global guidelines.
Manage VIP and media attendance for Stone Island's events / projects, coordinating logistics and ensuring seamless experiences.
Oversee in-store press events and promotions to strengthen relationships with media and influencers.
Oversee the daily operations of the New York Showroom, ensuring it is always presented to a high standard.
Assist with the organization of press and influencer events, including logistics, invitations, and on-site support.
Manage of all samples, ensuring accurate tracking, timely responses to editorial requests, and proper care of items.
Track and report on press coverage, building weekly and monthly reports, highlighting key editorial placements and their impact.
Work closely with internal teams, including HQ and regional teams, to ensure alignment on key initiatives.
Provide support for seasonal collection launches, including preparing materials and assisting with event execution.
Handle general administrative duties such as scheduling meetings, preparing agendas, and managing travel itineraries for VIPs and team members as needed.
Prepare and submit regular reports and analysis on brand activities, account performance, and market trends to senior management.
Maintain and update the press office database, ensuring accurate and timely communications with media contacts.
Other duties as assigned