Expected duration: 1 - 2 weeks We are urgently seeking an experienced and well-connected Lead PR Specialist/Agency to manage all media relations and on-site publicity for our prestigious event, The Charles Gordon Trust Awards. The Awards celebrate outstanding achievements and contributions to the community. Date: Friday, 11th October Location: Croydon, UK Attendees: The event will be high-profile, attended by a mix of dignitaries and UK celebrities, including (but not limited to): Kele Le Roc, Kojo Funds, Kyrah Gray, Kaz Crossley, Richard Blackwood, Kojo Amin, and Tatianna Sanchez. (Further high-profile names will be shared upon acceptance.)
Scope of Work & Required Deliverables We require a partner to handle the full media cycle for this event: Pre-Event: Targeted Pitching - Develop a tailored media list and execute pitching to secure confirmed on-site attendance.
Live Event: Media Coordination - Attend the event on October 11th to manage all invited media. This includes: setting up a media check-in/pen, overseeing red-carpet logistics, facilitating scheduled interviews with celebrities/dignitaries/winners, and gathering high-quality photo/video assets.
Post-Event: Amplification - Immediately issue a strong press release announcing all winners and key highlights. Follow up with attending and non-attending media to place stories and feature coverage, leveraging the celebrity presence and the powerful community narrative.
Ideal Candidate Profile Proven, hands-on experience managing PR for awards ceremonies or celebrity-attended events in the UK.
A strong, demonstrable network of contacts within UK Showbiz, Urban Culture, and London/Regional media.
Must be able to physically attend and manage media relations on-site in Croydon on October 11th.
Please submit a brief outline of your proposed strategy, relevant portfolio/case studies, and your fixed project quote for the full scope of work (Pre-Event, Live Event, and Post-Event).
