Media and Marketing Artist Adviser (fixed term)Edinburgh Festival Fringe SocietyDeadline: 26 February 2025 at 10:00We are looking for a Media and Marketing Artist Advisor, advising artists on marketing activity and media engagement, working closely with the media office to stay up to date with Fringe news stories.Person specificationEssentialKnowledge and experience of a range of marketing techniques, including festival marketing, digital and social media marketing and building an audience.A clear understanding of the work of the Fringe Society and the ability to give objective, fair and consistent information and advice.Experience of working in a marketing, PR or media environment either in-house or agency.Experience of working with media, particularly writing and distributing press releases, and pitching to the press.Experience of working in a busy, fast-paced environment where you must prioritise your workload, work independently and as part of a team, and creatively problem-solve.Strong verbal and written communication skills, and excellent administrative skills.Customer-facing experience with an ability to listen to individual enquiries, empathise with their situation and confidently give advice and solutions.Excellent organisational skills, including diary management.DesirableA background and understanding of theatre, comedy, music or other forms of art or entertainment.Knowledge of the Fringe media landscape.Experience of working at or participating in an arts festival, or working in the arts and entertainment sector.Rate of pay and benefitsThe rate of pay for this post is 13.00 per hour.Normal working hours 35 hours a week, worked from 10:00 to 18:00, Monday to Friday with a one-hour unpaid lunch break.From the beginning of the festival, your hours will increase to 42 hours a week to be worked in 8 hour shifts between 09:00 to 18:00 (including a 60 minute unpaid lunch break) over six days between Monday and Sunday. Your working hours will be organised according to a rota system which the Society will notify you of in advance of the Fringe.The deadline is Wednesday 26 February 2025 at 10:00. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Media and Marketing Artist Adviser (fixed term)