PR Assistant

Moschino is an iconic Italian Luxury fashion house renowned for its bold and playful designs. The company was founded by Franco Moschino in 1983 in Milan. 2024 marks the appointment of a new Creative Director, Adrian Appiolaza, to helm the artistic vision of the House. The brand offers women's ready-to-wear, menswear, accessories, and fragrance.

Moschino is part of the Aeffe Group, whose brand portfolio also includes Alberta Ferretti, Philosophy di Lorenzo Serafini and Pollini

PR Assistant

Moschino is seeking a Public Relations Assistant for Moschino (Americas) based in the New York office to support the PR team with day-to-day tasks and special projects. The Public Relations Assistant will manage all editorial shoot logistics taking place in the US, manage press samples and communications using internal systems. The Public Relations Assistant will work closely with the Head of PR (Americas).

Responsibilities

•    Support daily needs of the domestic and global PR and VIP departments through sample trafficking

•    Manage sample inventory, requests, and archival systems, while maintaining an organized system for the press showroom 

•    Support the Head of PR in the execution of press strategies, press releases, media alerts, new collections and products, and event management

•    Update and maintain media lists for domestic markets

•    Assist in event coordination such as but not limited to fashion shows, press events, and presentations

•    Manage DMR for press clippings (print & online) for all domestic publications, circulate clippings globally and prepare monthly reports

•    Search and scan for press clippings (print & online) for all domestic publications

•    Establish and cultivate strong relationships with editors and stylists

•    Manage all interns for the department, including interviewing and selecting interns, managing their schedules, and overseeing their on-going projects and day-to-day activities

Qualifications/Experience

•    Minimum 1-2 years of fashion PR internship experience, either in-house or agency

•    Strong organization and computer skills, including MS Office

•    Must be very organized, detail-oriented, and can adhere to tight deadlines

•    Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills as well as interpersonal skills, and the ability to take initiative and work independently

•    Must have excellent problem-solving skills

•    A strong team player and a ‘can-do’ attitude to problems

We are offering a salary of $42,000 to $46,000 per year based on skills and experience. We are also offering a full benefit package which includes medical, dental, matching 401K, PTO, a seasonal clothing allowance and generous clothing discounts.