Institutional Press Specialist

The Team: The Communications department is responsible for strategic deployment of Press & Influencer Relations, Special Events and Advertising across all media channels to support the growth of awareness for Hermès in the US. Our mission is to share the rich story of Hermès, highlighting the value of creativity, commitment to quality and signature craftmanship model. The Opportunity: As the Institutional Press Specialist, you will contribute to the overall department strategy through your support of the department. About the Role:

• Support Sr Manager with all Maison, Equestrian, and Institutional requests and initiatives
• Administrate the development and execution of a strong, dynamic, and strategic product editorial placement in top tier national and regional publications and newspapers and key digital media outlets in support of increased brand visibility and awareness about Maison, Equestrian, and Institutional métiers
• Work with Manager to create a strong CSR and diversity & inclusion strategy to protect the company from future sensitive situations.
• Liaise with editors, handle logistics with merchandise loans, collaborate with Sr Manager and Director in creation of press strategies, help assemble guest lists for HOP events
• Assist Sr Manager & Director on Maison & Equestrian events, store openings, Institutional projects
• Assist Sr Manager & Director in developing a press strategy on store openings with a national and localized media focus
• Develop and coordinate any press programs in regard to regional events and store openings
• Arrange logistics (including travel, hotel, experiences) for all Institutional, Maison, and equestrian events
• Track coverage and circulates key results pertaining to Maison, Equestrian, Institutional press
• Cultivate and maintain daily contact with Maison and Equestrian editors as well as regional publication contacts
• Collaborate with Women's Press Coordinator and Press and Influence Specialist to oversee Press Closet Coordinator and intern day to day tasks
• Oversees maintenance of press showroom inventory in collaboration with other Coordinators
• Assist Director with budget development, tracking, and invoice processing as needed
• Collaborate with team on intern recruitment and program nourishment

Supervisory Responsibility:

• NO

Budget Responsibility:

• NO

About You:

• Bachelor's degree preferred
• 2-3 years of experience, including hands-on internship, in similar role and/or department
• High level of attention to detail
• Proven excellence at meeting long and short-term deadlines
• Solid knowledge of Microsoft Office & PowerPoint
• Strong written, verbal and presentation skills

The range for this position is $63,760.00 - $95,640.00. Actual rates are determined based on the job, location, and individual experience. We are looking for a candidate that has a combination of the above attributes and can perform the key functions of the role with or without reasonable accommodations. Company Overview: Since 1837, Hermès has remained faithful to its artisan business model and humanist values. We place people at the heart of what we do and aspire to make a positive impact on the world. The freedom to create, the constant search for beautiful materials, the transmission of a savoir-faire of excellence and the aesthetic of functionality define the singularity of Hermès, a house dedicated to making highly-crafted, beautiful objects made to stand the test of time. An independent, family-owned company, Hermès is dedicated to keeping production in France through its 42 workshops, The Hermès organization is also a truly global community with a network of 310 stores in 49 countries. Hermès employs more than 15,000 people worldwide with over 6,000 of the workforces being Hermès craftspeople engaged in making artisanal products, nurturing a 180+ year tradition of creativity and innovation. At Hermès, our actions for sustainable development and corporate social responsibility are founded in values passed down by generations of humble artisans who have shaped the story of our house and the integrity of our objects. The roots of Hermès' success and longevity lie in a sense of responsibility, a quest for authenticity and respect for time and preservation of natural resources. All at Hermès wish to leave a positive footprint on the world, a mission that's at the heart of our commitment to progress. This narrative can be experienced in a series of shorts films "Footsteps Across the World" available on our website. Link here . Our Commitment: Family is at the heart of Hermès. At Hermès of Paris, we are committed to being a Maison for All, a home where we make efforts to generate, support and advance the values of diversity, inclusion and family both within our own walls and in the wider world. At Hermès of Paris we look to create a diverse workforce of talented and unique individuals with different backgrounds, skillsets and worldviews that will enrich our Hermès of Paris family. We support our individual team members personal and professional success through a culture that values equality, individuality and fairness and through an environment where individuals can thrive and feel comfortable being their authentic selves. Beyond the walls of our Maison, we advance our DIF values through the work that we do in partnership with our community and non-profit partners. At Hermès of Paris, we are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. It is the policy of Hermès of Paris, Inc. that applicants for employment are recruited, selected and hired on the basis of individual merit and ability with respect to positions being filled and potential for promotion or transfer which may be expected to develop. Applicants are recruited, selected and hired without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, citizenship, military or veteran status or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. In addition, personnel procedures and practices with regard to training, promotion, transfer, compensation, demotion, lay off or termination are to be administered with due regard to job performance, experience and qualifications, but without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, citizenship, military or veteran status or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Hermès of Paris, Inc. also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, in accordance with applicable laws. A creator, artisan and seller of high-quality objects since 1837, Hermès is an independent, family-owned French house that employs nearly 20,000 people worldwide. Driven by its permanent entrepreneurial spirit and consistently high standards, Hermès cultivates the freedom and autonomy of each individual through responsible management. The company perpetuates the transmission of exceptional know-how through strong territorial anchoring that respects people and resources. Sixteen artisanal métiers feed the creativity of the house, whose collections are presented in over 300 stores around the world.