Media Officer

Since 1947, the Edinburgh International Festival has existed to promote the exchange of ideas and deepen understanding between cultures through an unparalleled global celebration of exceptional performing arts. We are the original festival and bring some of the most exciting and creative artists working today to audiences from around the world.

Each August, we present the finest and most original performers and ensembles from the worlds of opera, music, dance and theatre over three weeks in venues across the city of Edinburgh. Throughout the rest of the year, we devise bespoke experiences to inspire our audiences and communities, to unlock their creativity and cultural curiosity. Our vision is simple: to provide the deepest experience of the highest quality art for the broadest possible audience.

About the Role

The Edinburgh International Festival is looking for a Media Officer to join the Audiences team. We want you to help us present this unparalleled celebration of the performing arts, which brings some of the most exciting and creative artists working today to audiences from around the world.

You must have a knowledge of, and passion for, the live performing arts and at least two years’ experience in media and communications work, with a proven track record in delivering press coverage.

You will work closely with the Media Manager to promote the International Festival to a broad range of media, and act as a central liaison between artists, agencies, media and staff. You will also maintain a busy and efficient media office both in the lead up to and during the Festival in August.