Join us | Internship Vacancy
Job title | Communications Intern
Location | Remote working
Period | 3 months, starting April 2021
Salary | London living wage
Who we are | FMcM is an award-winning communications consultancy that specialises in literature and the arts, with an impressive client list and a big reputation. Whether working on book campaigns, literary prizes and festivals, or pioneering industry initiatives, we represent some of the most inspiring and exciting brands, authors and publishers in the literary landscape.
With over 20 years at the cutting edge of the industry, we are specialists in everything from poetry and literature in translation, to blockbuster history titles, crime fiction, to literary debuts and commercial bestsellers.
Our passionate and collaborative team deliver creative media, digital and PR campaigns with real impact, and respond to each project with a strategic, intelligent and bespoke approach.
The opportunity | We are looking for an organised and enthusiastic book lover who can support us with projects over the coming months. It’s a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to gain experience in the publishing industry or arts communications.
As an intern, you will be fully embedded in our day-to-day campaign work on the agency’s broad portfolio of clients, including authors, publishers, literary prizes, and cultural organisations.
Duties and responsibilities will include: day-to-day office admin; social media support; contributing ideas for current campaigns and new business pitches; writing effective copy for press releases and media pitches; designing social assets and other documents.
Interviews will take place Thursday 1st and Friday 2nd April. We would like someone who can start as soon as possible in April. You are expected to work Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 6pm.
Requirements | We are open-minded about your skills and level of experience, but we would like someone who can demonstrate a passion for books, a knowledge of the media landscape and a flair for social media.
How to apply | To apply for this opportunity, please send your up-to-date CV to publicity@fmcm.co.uk by Saturday, 27 March 2021, together with a one-page covering letter telling us why you are interested in the job.
