Public Relations Coordinator
NewfieldsIndianapolis, Indiana, United States
Posted December 30, 2025
45000 - 50000 USD year
Full Time
About the Company
Newfields is a multidisciplinary cultural campus spanning 152 acres in Indianapolis that integrates the Indianapolis Museum of Art, the historic Lilly House, The Garden’s 40 acres of curated gardens, and the Virginia B. Fairbanks Art & Nature Park. The institution curates dynamic art exhibitions, performance venues, and nature experiences, blending contemporary and historic works with conservation and horticulture. Its unique blend of art, architecture, and natural landscapes—highlighted by a National Historic Landmark and one of the country’s largest art‑nature parks—offers visitors immersive, multi‑sensory encounters. Newfields attracts scholars, artists, and families seeking innovative, cross‑disciplinary cultural programming within a living campus environment.
Job Description
Assist the Assistant Director of Communications to oversee public relations efforts, write press releases, and maintain media relationships.
Requirements
- Assist the Assistant Director of Communications
- Write and distribute press releases, media alerts, and corresponding press materials
- Maintain strong relationships with key media contacts
- Pitch Newfields stories to local, regional, national, and trade media
- Manage media lists and develop strategies for targeted outreach
- Host on-site media and oversee film/photography shoots and media interviews
- Serve as the Newfields spokesperson in media interviews when needed
- Prep interviewees for media when needed
- Plan and organize press events for exhibitions, programming, and announcements
- Report on earned media coverage to internal and external stakeholders
- Manage and work with any needed contract work
- Update local community calendars with Newfields exhibitions, programs, and events
- Support Assistant Director of Communications with fulfilling internal communications requests
Benefits
- Generous Paid Time Off
- 401k Matching
- Retirement Plan
- Four Day Work Week
- Generous Parental Leave
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Relocation Assistance
