Amos Rex is looking for a
PRESS OFFICER
for a permanent position starting as soon as possible. Amos Rex, which opened in 2018, has established itself as one of Finland's most popular museums. It is located in Helsinki's historic Lasipalatsi building, with 1600 sq m of underground exhibition spaces under the spectacular courtyard above. It is an independent art museum with 125 employees, owned by Amos Anderson’s Fund.
Amos Rex invites a broad public to spectacular art experiences in, around and beyond Lasipalatsi. We organise exhibitions, outdoor installations, events and other programs for a broad, general public audience. Recent highlights include exhibitions with Larissa Sansour and Anna Estarriola, and ambitious events in collaboration with Tony Cokes and Minttu Vesala.
Every day, we invite a broad public to spectacular art experiences in, around and beyond Glaspalatskvarteret. One day, we aim to be the foremost future-focused art museum in the Nordics and one of the most extraordinary public places in Finland.
We are looking for an experienced and networked Press Officer to build meaningful media relationships across borders. Your tasks include:
· Writing and distributing press releases, media kits
· Crafting compelling story angles and pitch opportunities
· Maintaining deep knowledge of global and local media landscapes
· Building and nurturing relationships with journalists and influencers to amplify visibility
· Responding to press enquiries and acting as a point of contact for media requests
What we are looking for in a candidate:
· Proven experience in a press, PR, or communications role with exceptional written and verbal communication skills
· A proactive and organised approach, with the ability to juggle multiple deadlines and priorities
· Strong contacts within the media landscape
· Confidence in pitching stories and representing the institution externally
· An understanding of the evolving media landscape, including digital and social platforms
· Language requirements: Excellent English, Finnish or /and Swedish The position is in our communications team, a team of four people led by our head of communications Susanna Kivisilta. The team’s focus is to develop the picture of Amos Rex in the minds of our visitors, the art world and the broader public in alignment with our communications strategy, as well as increasing our ticket sales, media visibility and social media reach. Our communications strategy focusses on three priorities: strategic storytelling, building international recognition and data-driven outreach.
Amos Rex is a friendly, loyal and varied working environment with a multitude of fascinating projects to be a part of. The environment will suit a quality-driven, collaborative and sociable individual with an international attitude and the ability to take a high level of responsibility for the quality of their work. Amos Rex offers the chance to work at one of Finland’s most ambitious and well-resourced cultural institutions.
Interested?
For more information about the position, please contact Head of Communications Susanna Kivisilta, tel. +358 50 495 7358 during these times: 24.9. 14-16, 25.9. 10-12 and 14-16, 30.9. 10-12
Apply for the position, in English, by October 5, 2025. Please submit your cover letter, CV as well as a portfolio highlighting your previous work.
Amos Rex employs 125 people and is owned by Amos Andersons Fond r.f.. Diversity and equality in our work community are important to us. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, including people of different ages, genders, languages, cultures, and minority groups.
Sofia Vainio