Gillian McVey is seeking a dynamic, ambitious, enthusiastic, motivated Press Intern passionate about fashion, the arts, and contemporary culture.

This is an entry-level public relations position, and the successful candidate will work closely with the PR Team on the LANVIN account.

Key Responsibilities of the Press Intern include: 

• Sample trafficking using both local and international courier services
• Updating the press contact database
• Compile weekly, monthly, and project-based press reports
• Maintain UK calendar to ensure it is up to date with relevant industry events
• General press office management
• Supporting the PR Team on seasonal events and projects

What Gillian McVey is looking for:

• Educated to degree level or equivalent
• Strong communication skills, research, and organisational skills
• Able to work under pressure to meet deadlines
• Highly motivated and enthusiastic
• Accomplishes tasks accurately, thoroughly and with a keen eye for detail
• Proficient with Photoshop, InDesign, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
• Excellent time management and organisational skills
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail
• Determined, proactive, and works well under pressure

What you'll get working at Gillian McVey:

• Gain first-hand experience of how a professional London PR agency operates within fashion, design and culture
• Learn the full process of sample trafficking, including organising local and international couriers
• Understand how to manage and update press contact databases accurately and efficiently
• Develop skills in compiling weekly, monthly and project-based press reports
• Learn to maintain and coordinate industry calendars and key event schedules
• Support the PR team with seasonal events, launches and client projects
• Build practical knowledge of general press office management and daily operations
• Experience working on a high-profile luxury account such as LANVIN
• Strengthen organisational and time-management skills in a fast-paced environment
• Improve written and verbal communication through daily interaction with the press and team members
• Learn how to prioritise tasks and meet tight deadlines
• Develop a strong attention to detail and professional working standards

Application

Qualified candidates should submit their CV and a brief cover letter outlining their suitability and interest.

Gillian McVey is an equal opportunity employer.