Palma de Mallorca, Spain
Press and business development manager
at OHLAB
OHLAB is seeking an ambitious press manager and business development position to be based in its office in Palma de Mallorca, Spain.
The practice
OHLAB is an award-winning architecture and interior design office devoted to urban analysis and cultural research of contemporary society through design, architectural practice and urban strategy. OHLAB was awarded as Interior Design firm of 2019 by Architecture Masterprize, selected as one of the 6 best emerging interior design studios of 2018 by Dezeen and has been previously described by the Chicago Atheneum as “one of Europe’s most important emerging architects”. The office has received numerous architecture and interior design awards for its work in the recently opened Can Bordoy hotel in Palma. OHLAB was originally established in Shanghai, moved to Madrid and currently its main office is in Palma de Mallorca where a team of 18 architects, interior designers and building engineers are working in a variety of projects. The studio is engaged in an exciting variety of projects where sustainability, energy-efficiency and carbon footprint is a crucial part of the design.
Strategic tasks:
- help plan and implement strategic media and digital communications campaigns that raise the profile of the practice and its growing portfolio of projects
- develop and implement the social media content calendar (Instagram, LinkedIn etc.)
- deal with external communications consultants and agencies if needed
- secure high-quality editorial coverage for the practice
- coordinate press and media strategy
- research into new markets and opportunities, and updating and maintaining a database of business development materials
Daily business:
- write, prepare, layout and produce qualifications packages, proposals, project descriptions, presentation materials, award submissions
- write and design engaging and creative content for press packs and other channels including newsletters and website
- evaluate and handle incoming press and image requests
- keep the practice’s media database up to date and create distribution lists as needed
- update the press clippings archive and prepare clippings reports for projects and clients
- monitor coverage
- coordinate calendar, trips and details for media trips, events and lectures
Your qualifications:
- experience in the PR or communications industries, ideally in the architecture field
- understanding of architecture and and interior design world is strongly recommended
- ability to construct and implement digital strategies with a focus on social media
- attention to detail, with strong copywriting and editing skills
- determined, proactive, hands-on and works well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
- ability to manage sensitive and often confidential information.
- languages: Spanish and Fluent in English
- proficiency in MS Office and Adobe Creative Suite (strong InDesign experience would be a plus)
- excellent communication, organizational and managerial skills
- demonstrated layout and production skills (please include in portfolio)
We offer full time position with long-term prospects within our office and a dynamic environment for people that share our passion for architecture. You will find challenges and inspiration for further development of your skills.
We embrace diversity in all applicants’ backgrounds.
If you are interested in this position, please email your cover letter outlining your suitability for the position and a PDF CV (less than 10MB, no web links please) via the apply for job button below, quoting ‘press and business development manager – Palma’.