Marketing And Public Relations Manager

THE ROLE:

The Marketing And Public Relations Manager will be responsible for leading House of Hackney’s press & marketing strategy globally; including traditional print press relationships, online publications & blogs, social media strategy, influencer marketing, event management, and omnichannel marketing initiatives. Expand brand reach through constant awareness of the ever-changing media landscape and evolving strategies accordingly.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• US marketing: Creating and leading on a strategy to make sure that all campaigns are thought through from a 360 / multi-channel perspective and are brand driving awareness and the website
• Working with Head of Ecommerce on expanding the digital PR strategy, with a focus on driving traffic to the site and regularly reviewing the performance on campaigns
• Working with Head of Ecommerce to lead 360 Marketing campaigns for product or campaign launches, throughout the entire omnichannel business (online, press, and social)

• Lead the development and implementation of successful PR & Marketing strategies, both at a global level and local market.

• Primary contact for all press requests; ensuring that brand coverage is secured weekly/monthly throughout long lead, short lead, and online global titles.

• Nurture existing key press relationships, whilst acknowledging opportunities to initiate new ones.
• Manage the global database and understand press timelines to target appropriately & efficiently.
• Manage the preparation and distribution of press releases and assets for seasonal launches, product focuses, and brand initiatives.
• Organizing events (high-production and small scale) for press and VIP clients. Managing logistics, budgets, suppliers, and promotional activity.
• Collaborate with key titles to position brand spokespeople for exclusive, significant EAV-driving interviews & features. Manage shoot & interview logistics, enforce embargos where necessary, and manage expectations.
• Track coverage and EAV to prepare monthly & seasonal reports to share with senior management. Prepare press & marketing successes for monthly board meetings.
• Drive the creation of UGC through influencer partnerships and CRM initiatives, ensuring that usage rights are negotiated accordingly. Utilize content for HoH platforms and selling tools.
• Management of a future Global Communications Coordinator: providing clear direction & project briefs, prioritizing workloads, and developing talent
• Ensure that brand is always represented positively. Protect brand from any PR or brand crisis and maintain equity.
• Own relationships with charitable brand partners and drive charitable initiatives. Support brand founders with the consumer-brand collaboration channel.
• Consider House of Hackney’s brand & eco values during all brand communications and ensure these are conveyed at every opportunity. Act as a brand ambassador always and align with brand values.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:  

• • 4 years experience in a similar PR and/or Marketing role (in-house or agency)
  • Passionate about the House of Hackney brand and understands House of Hackney’s unique brand positioning
  • Has a Strong track record in demonstrating strategic skills in balancing  traditional PR with digital marketing
  • Faultless communication skills – both internal & external.
  • Exceptional organizational skills and confidence juggling various global projects.
  • Provide a wealth of industry knowledge including key global industry contacts and a track record of driving significant EAV-driving coverage.
  • Experience managing events, sourcing suppliers, and managing budgets.
  • Understanding of formatting and best practices for social media campaigns.
  • Excellent written communications – both formally and in brand TOV.
  • Experience managing talent and negotiating contracts accordingly.

BASED IN: Head Office, Shoreditch

WORKING PATTERN: Mon-Fri (Hours/Days may change during peak times or events)