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Communications Officer, FMcM

  •  London
  •  Â£25k-30k
  •  Full time
  •  Closes July 11, 2025
  •  Annabel Robinson
  •  publicity@fmcm.co.uk
  • #Literature

Description

Job Summary

FMcM, the books PR agency, is looking for an ambitious, enthusiastic, and versatile Communications Officer to work with the team on books and author project campaigns and to provide administrative support to ensure the smooth running of our business.

Job Description

FMcM, the books PR agency, is looking for an ambitious, enthusiastic, and versatile Communications Officer to work with the team on books and author project campaigns and to provide administrative support to ensure the smooth running of our business. The successful candidate will be closely involved with campaigns for some of the most prominent authors, publishers and initiatives in the industry.

Job Requirements

  • 1-2 years' previous work experience in related arts and communications roles
  • A working knowledge of the media landscape and publishing industry
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • A clear understanding of a strategic publicity campaign
  • Highly organised with an aptitude for multi-tasking and flexibility
  • A pro-active approach to growing relationships with journalists and influencers
  • Team player with a positive attitude
  • Professional, enthusiastic proactive, and organised
  • Ability to prioritise and juggle competing demands in a busy office
  • Curiosity in a range of genres and ability to work on a wide variety of projects
  • Skilled in the use of MS Office (Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel) and the Adobe Creative Suite

Job Responsibilities

  • Build network of contacts including media, influencers, partners and events to support outreach across a range of books and projects
  • Produce press releases and campaign reports
  • Conduct research in key areas to underpin campaign planning
  • Maintain client and contact databases for the team
  • Arrange client schedules and book travel
  • Assist with running company social media channels, producing copy, graphics and other marketing materials
  • Organise mailings and handle general media enquiries
  • Perform administrative tasks to ensure the smooth running of the office
  • Coordinate internal and external meetings, maintain agendas, minutes and diaries
  • Collate and distribute media coverage
  • Support the organisation and delivery of events

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How to Apply

To apply for this opportunity, please send us an up-to-date CV, together with a cover letter addressing how you meet the requirements of the role.

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