Communications Coordinator

KPF, a global architecture practice headquartered in New York City, is seeking a Communications Coordinator to help bolster the firm’s external presence and brand at a pivotal moment in KPF’s history – its 50th anniversary.

The ideal candidate for this role has studied or demonstrated a strong interest in communications, architecture, or a related field. This is primarily a writing-focused role, with the opportunity to own graphic design and photography projects as well.

Reporting to the Communications Director, the Communications Coordinator will assist with a wide range of tasks that directly impact the firm’s external presence on both owned and third-party channels. They will also collaborate with peers on the broader KPF Marketing team.

The global marketing team is a group of passionate writers, designers, and storytellers across the firm’s New York, London, and Shanghai offices. The department offers a supportive environment with opportunities for training, development, and career progression. We sit within a collaborative, high-performance environment with a focus on innovation and excellence.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Update KPF.com and social media channels with the latest upcoming events, award wins, press appearances, project milestones, and other firm news
• Lead the curation and maintenance of KPF’s presence on third party project websites
• Own social media campaigns around specific events, bolstering the firm’s experts as thought leaders in their field
• Contribute to the production of award submissions on behalf of the firm, its projects, and its people
• Influence KPF’s positions in industry listings and rankings
• Assist with event production, planning, and media outreach for internal and external events
• Craft project narratives for KPF website and other platforms in collaboration with designers and studio leaders
• Assist with media monitoring, with opportunities to contribute to publicity campaigns, including press releases and targeted media outreach

Qualifications:

• 0-3 years of professional experience in communications or related field.
• Strong writing, organizational, and time management skills, as well as keen attention to detail. 
• Ability to adapt to changing deadlines and priorities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe InDesign.
• Graphic design, photography, and videography skills are a bonus but not required.
• Bachelor’s degree required.

Work Environment:

This position requires you to be in person in our New York office 5 days per week.

Pay Range:

$50,000.00 - $75,000.00 Annual

Why KPF?

KPF’s mission is to elevate cities through impactful design, collaborating closely with the world’s most forward-thinking clients to create high performing, carefully crafted buildings that are unique to their physical, social, and environmental contexts.

• Career Growth: Opportunities for training, development, and career progression.
• Company Culture: Collaborative, high-performance environment with a focus on innovation and excellence.
• Benefits: Comprehensive health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k with company matching contributions, paid time off, Architectural Registration Exam (ARE) support and other perks.

To Apply:

Applications submitted without a resume and portfolio via the KPF Career Site will not be considered.

KPF is an equal opportunity employer.