Publicist

MoMA • Long Island City, NY

3d • $65,000 - $70,000

About The Position

Inspired by daring artists, MoMA PS1 is committed to the exploration of contemporary art and culture, broadening perspectives on the issues of our day, and engaging New Yorkers and communities across the world. Founded in 1976, the institution was a defining force in the alternative space movement in New York City, transforming a 19-century public schoolhouse in Long Island City into a site for artistic experimentation and creativity. PS1 is affiliated with The Museum of Modern Art and a member of New York City’s Cultural Institutions Group (CIG). Our Values We Are Artist-Centered: Deeply rooted in MoMA PS1’s history as an alternative space while embracing the forefront of contemporary practice, we cultivate a singular environment for artists to realize their visions. We Provide a Platform: PS1 draws connections between artists, communities, and art forms, cultivating encounters that reflect the breadth of contemporary culture today. We Foster Collaboration: Reciprocal and resourceful relationships are at the heart of PS1’s program, enabling us to be agile, responsive, and relevant. We Value Place: As stewards of a historic school building in New York City, PS1 invites artists to draw inspiration from this unique setting and its legacy as a site of experimentation. We Uplift Communities: Situated on Native land in Queens, one of the most diverse places in the world, PS1 embraces the intersection of global and local cultures. We recognize that a successful candidate will meet many of the requirements listed on this job description but may not meet 100% of the qualifications. If much of this job description describes you, we encourage you to apply for this role. Summary The Publicist plays a key role in supporting clear, timely, and mission-aligned communication with press and stakeholders. This role develops and executes press strategies and manages day-to-day press logistics for on-site programs and events, including coordinating private press visits, accompanying press on site, and supporting photo and video shoots. The Publicist maintains the museum’s press inbox and contact lists; oversees press mailings and tracking documents; and develops comprehensive press coverage reports. With strong organizational skills and attention to detail, the coordinator supports cohesive storytelling and the smooth execution of press and communications initiatives that amplify the Museum’s visibility and impact.

Requirements

• Background in journalism, art history, communications, or public affairs, and three to five years PR experience in positions of increasing responsibility, or equivalent.
• Must demonstrate a proven track record of media placements in print, broadcast, and online media.
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral are required, with experience writing for traditional/print and digital media preferred.
• Excellent organizational abilities, analytical skills, and attention to detail with ability to not lose sight of the big picture.
• Ability to work productively and collaboratively with colleagues and partners to meet fast-paced deadlines in a dynamic and creative setting.
• Ability to manage many projects simultaneously, establish and juggle priorities, successfully meet deadlines, and respond to a heavy load of press requests in a fast-paced, complex institutional environment.
• Working knowledge of HTML and Photoshop is essential.
• Must be available to work some before- and after-hours events.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with New York cultural press and prior experience in a cultural non-profit environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops and executes press strategies, drafts press releases, assembles all related press materials, and coordinates press events for assigned projects, including exhibitions, performances, events and programs.
• Creates, updates, and maintains online press kits on the museum’s press web site.
• Serves as primary liaison between staff and members of the press.
• Oversees and manages press previews, photo shoots, and other press events.
• Performs any other duties reasonably related to the functions described above.

Benefits

• Benefits include 20 days paid vacation leave; 10 days paid sick leave; 11 paid holidays; and 3 paid personal days; participation in a 401(k) savings plans, life insurance; medical/health (including visual and dental); transit, health, and dependent care FSA; and pension plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed