Compass

Film CIC Press Officer work placement for The Caligari Experience @ Creative Common

Context: Compass Film are an independent organisation, and have been delivering events in Bristol, and bespoke stages at summer festivals, for six years. Compass Film are looking for passionate, hard-working individuals to form a small Press team for the run-up and delivery of our next exciting event. The Caligari Experience will be a multi-media extravaganza, a show combining elements of film, movement, circus, VJ-art, performance, music and installation. Held at the Creative Common, a new and dynamic space housed at Temple Meads, the event will take place May 17th 19th 2013. This is a fantastic opportunity for anyone interested in gaining experience of press from within a creative organisation. You will work within a small team to develop the event's press & publicity schedule, and manage its implementation in the lead up to and over the festival period. Your role will be to increase the profile and visibility of the event by securing coverage in local, national and international media. We require a minimum of 2 hours per week, plus weekly/ fortnightly meetings, which may fall on an evening or weekend. Plus occasional, additional evening/ weekend work, especially in the run up to the event. Minimum commitment of 6 months.

Key Tasks: Research print deadlines for local and national publications and write a timeline plan for these Collate a comprehensive list of local and national press contacts Write and issue one press release a month for print, digital publications, radio and television Represent Compass as the main Press contact for the Event and handle any connected enquiries Invite local and national press to review the event and manage their attendance on the day Communicate well between members of the Press team and with the event organisers

Skills and competencies: The successful applicant should be able to demonstrate a keen interest in press and the arts. They should show strong interpersonal skills, enabling them to positively represent Compass. They should posses excellent organisational and time management skills, be comfortable using Word and Excel and be able to work independently, as well as part of a team. What this role can offer: This is a unique opportunity to become an integral part of a small organisation with a key role to play in the delivery of a large-scale ambitious event. You will work alongside creatives and gain experience of working at a venue that has hosted a range of high-profile events. We will provide you with the expert advice of a few key professionals in the field, and a professional reference at the end of the process. Application Process: Please complete the application form and return it to tara@compass-film.co.uk by Wednesday 5th December Interview Date: Weeks commencing 10th & 17th December Start Date: Placement to start in January 2013