PR and Brand Lead

Company DescriptionAUGUST is a talent PR company working with some of the most exciting and influential names in the industry including Steve Lacy, Burna Boy, Tems, Pa Salieu and more. We specialise in helping artists and cultural game-changers craft compelling narratives that leave a lasting impact on culture. Our talent roster represents the forefront of creativity and innovation, and it's our job to protect their stories and guide them through the ever-evolving media landscape. At AUGUST, we don't just shape stories—we create legacies.The RoleThe right candidate will have a proven track record of running multiple successful PR campaigns; confident in independently managing a diverse roster of talent and able to drive and achieve new business. The position is charged with developing and executing best in class PR campaigns for our existing music clients whilst developing new business opportunities with brands. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:Plan and execute strategic publicity campaigns for August’s clientsDriving new business opportunities in the market, writing proposals and being involved in all aspects of the agency’s new business strategiesDelivering innovative PR campaigns to position and develop the profile of August’s clients -music talent, brands, events etc Building and maintaining strong media relationships with national & regional online publications/platformsDevelop commercial partnership opportunities for August’s music clientsManage promo commitments, attend events, showcases, gigs, sessions as neededWeekly reportingSKILLSET: Ability to maintain and manage a wide variety of PR campaigns (brands, music, entertainment, tech etc.)Ability to produce and drive new business opportunitiesAbility to format, develop, write press materials including short bios, press releases, fact sheets and tailored pitchesCoordination of client media coverage and reportingGreat relationship building skillsGenuine interest and active knowledge of digital marketing and communicationExcellent communication skills - verbal and writtenHighly creativeCan take on and solve problemsHighly organised with a strong attention to detailMust be highly self-motivated, solution-oriented, and work well in a fast-paced environment while under pressureEnthusiastic, passionate team playerREQUIREMENTS:Proven experience in PR over 5+ yearsExperience in managing multiple accountsPrevious experience in entertainment Established relationships with media throughout online & printStellar track record of securing top-tier placements Relationships with blogs, grassroots platforms, influencers and playlist owners /usersSelf-reliant, organised, professional, hyper-communicative, problem solver & results orientedPositive, can do attitude and passion for music and entertainmentMaintain consistent communication and contact with clients