Press Assistant, Audiences and Media


£23,000 per annum

Permanent contract


The Royal Opera House continues to lead the way in opera, ballet, music and dance both live on stage and through multiple digital platforms, from live streaming to worldwide cinema screenings.

We are now looking for a Press Assistant to join the Communications team, within our Audiences and Media department. In this role, you will support the Opera and Ballet press teams in a range of activities, from ticketing and press night duties to logging and monitoring press coverage. This is an ideal opportunity if you are looking to build your career in press and media relations. The role is offered on a permanent basis.


The ideal candidate will be a team player with these qualities:

  • Some understanding and experience of working in a busy Press Office and an understanding of the working methods of the media
  • Ability to collate analytical data and compile reporting data accurately
  • Able to work on own initiative, with ability to prioritise and meet deadlines
  • Highly proficient Microsoft Office user, with basic skills in current digital imaging processes and good aptitude for learning new applications
  • Ability to deal with a wide range of people and the media confidently, courteously and discreetly at all levels
  • Commitment to managing own learning and continuous professional development relevant to the role

A full job description and details of how to apply are available below, please scroll to the bottom of the page and select `Apply Now`. If you have any access requirements for your application, please contact the HR Department at hr.recruitment@roh.org.uk

The Royal Opera House is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment in which everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from those who are currently under represented in our workforce -in particular those who are ethnically diverse and/or disabled. As a Disability Confident Employer, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential minimum criteria for our vacancies.


Closing Date for applications: 8.00 am, Tuesday 5 April 2022

Applicants must have work authorization for the UK.

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