Press Manager

Job Summary

An exciting opportunity to join Strobel Lall Communications, an independent arts communications agency working internationally with galleries, artists, art fairs and cultural institutions. Take ownership of campaigns, build media relationships and help shape the conversation around contemporary art.

Job Description

Position: Full-time
Location: Remote
Working hours: Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm, with occasional additional hours for events and deadlines.
Salary: £38,000-£42,000, depending on experience
Start date: January 2027

Strobel Lall Communications is an independent arts communications agency working internationally with contemporary art galleries, artists, art fairs and cultural institutions.

We are looking for an ambitious, experienced and well-connected Press Manager to join our growing team. This is an exciting opportunity for an established arts PR professional to play a central role in an ambitious, internationally focused agency, working across a diverse portfolio of high-profile cultural projects.

The successful candidate will take ownership of communications campaigns, manage client relationships and play a key role in shaping and delivering media strategies. A strong existing network of journalists and editors across the arts and culture landscape is essential, alongside the confidence and experience to develop meaningful media opportunities and secure impactful coverage.

Working closely with the founder and wider team, the Press Manager will have considerable responsibility and autonomy, contributing to the agency's continued growth while building relationships with leading voices across the international arts and media industries.

This is a varied, hands-on role suited to someone who combines excellent communication skills, strong editorial judgement and a proactive approach with a genuine passion for contemporary art.

Job Requirements

4-6 years' relevant experience in arts PR, cultural communications or a specialist arts communications agency.

An established and active network of journalist and editor contacts across national and international arts and culture media. This is essential to the role.

A proven track record of developing media relationships, pitching stories and securing meaningful coverage.

Excellent writing, editing and verbal communication skills.

Confidence in managing client relationships and leading campaigns independently.

Strong organisational and project management skills, with the ability to prioritise multiple projects and competing deadlines.

A proactive, resourceful approach, with excellent judgement and attention to detail.

A genuine interest in contemporary art and the wider cultural landscape.

A personable, collaborative approach and enthusiasm for networking and representing the agency.

Flexibility to support occasional evening events and work-related travel.

Job Responsibilities

Develop and implement creative communications strategies for an international portfolio of galleries, artists, art fairs and cultural institutions.

Take ownership of campaigns from initial planning and story development through to delivery and evaluation.

Manage day-to-day client relationships, acting as a trusted and proactive point of contact.

Build and maintain relationships with journalists, editors and key media contacts across arts and culture.

Proactively pitch stories, exhibitions and artists to national and international publications, securing meaningful coverage.

Write and edit press releases, media pitches, Q&As and other communications materials.

Coordinate interviews, press previews, media visits, press trips and client events.

Monitor coverage, evaluate campaign performance and report results.

Work closely with the founder and wider team, contributing ideas and supporting the smooth running of the agency.

Job Overview

• Job Title: Press Manager
• Hours: Full time
• Role: Marketing & Digital
• Contract: Permanent
• Location: London

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