HUGO BOSS is one of the leading premium fashion and lifestyle companies with around 14,700 employees worldwide. As diverse as we are at HUGO BOSS, we all share a common goal: to inspire people through our work. In this role, you will have the opportunity to be yourself and to contribute your ideas and your creativity – because, to create something extraordinary, we must explore new paths together. Join our team and discover how you can shape your own future at HUGO BOSS!
Public Relations Coordinator - Events, VIP and Entertainment
HUGO BOSS Fashions, Inc. | New York City | United States | Full-time
POSITION SUMMARY:
Exciting position supporting PR Events and Entertainment Relations for the North America region.
EVENTS:
- Work directly with Director of Special Relations and Events
- Assist with New York Fashion Week shows as needed as well as all PR events, assist with Retail Events when and if needed
- Coordinate with global teams on public relation matters/ requests as needed (Paris, Germany, Mexico, Brazil, Canada, London, China)
VIP REQUESTS:
- Assist / Manage / Coordinate all VIP/ Celebrity request at direction of Director
- Actively pitch stylists for VIP placement opportunities based on appearance calendar
- Assist with VIP and celebrity fittings, as well as VIP attendance for all events (cars, HMU, gifts, travel etc.).
- Organize timely returns of all VIP samples at photoshoots or fittings and maintain clear and organized inventory of all VIP collections.
- Manage VIP send outs/shipments/messengers (IBC/ FedEx/courier service).
- Manage VIP gifting.
- Prepare international shipments/ Proforma Invoices for all VIP shipments. Track all returns and proper shipment invoicing and billing
- Manage and track VIP budget. Utilize budget to exercise strategic decisions in partnership with management.
STORE PULLS:
- Coordinate all VIP and non-editorial US Store pulls/ returns.
- Assist VIP Stylists with store and showroom pulls.
- Work with store managers to get appropriate book out paperwork and at end of month code invoices appropriately.
REPORTING/ORGANIZATION:
- Update US and Global editorial status reports weekly
- Biweekly VIP placement updates - internal
- Keep record of all US Magazine credits and pitch new red carpet placements
- Update VIP / press contacts seasonally
- Maintain social calendar for VIP Events - ongoing
- Create fashion show, event, and monthly editorial press & clipping reports (print, online, social media).
- Organize and update magazine library monthly.
ADMIN/BUDGET:
- Admin Support VP PR (calendar, travel, expenses).
- Budget Support / Monthly Updates and upon request / review
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Existing strong database of contacts in Celebrity and Event PR.
- Experience: 2-3 years.
- Bachelor’s Degree.
- Highly organized and self-motivated.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to multi task.
- Serve as the main information source for Marketing and PR.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite: PowerPoint, Excel, Word.
- Knowledge of Photoshop.
Your benefits:
HUGO BOSS offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes:
- 401(k) with company match
- Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits
- Voluntary benefits and critical Illness
- Company sponsored life and disability benefits
- Discounts for auto/home/pet insurance
- Commuter benefit program
- Employee Discount Program
- 21 paid days off (pro-rated based on first year of employment) plus your birthday off
- Flexible Fridays
Nearest Major Market: Manhattan
Nearest Secondary Market: New York City
