PR Manager, 40-50%

• 21 July 2026 • 40 - 50% • Indefinite period • Zürich   ZHdK Zurich University of the Arts has approximately 2100 bachelor and master students and is one of the leading art schools in Europe. The diverse study and research program covers the fields of design, film, art, media, music, dance, theatre, artistic mediation, and transdisciplinarity.  -  The school's communication, as an integral part of the management, is responsible for all communication and marketing activities of the school. From 1 September 2026 or by agreement, we are looking for a person  PR Manager, 40-50% # Your tasks  As a member of the Content and PR team, you develop strategic communication instruments and create foundations for an effective positioning of the ZHdK. You handle communication topics arising from the school and contribute to the internal and external visibility of the school. In the context of educational politics, you support the positioning of the ZHdK as a socially relevant and innovative school.  One central point of your activity is the development of effective media monitoring; you analyze reactions and developments, synthesize knowledge, and prepare them as a basis for decision-making for communication work. As a member of the media team, you respond to media inquiries and write press releases. Furthermore, you refine the internal media mirror as a strategic instrument for observing themes and develop new approaches with the team to prepare and transmit relevant content in a targeted manner. In addition, you accompany the implementation of the ZHdK ambassador program, which highlights the various voices from studies, teaching, and research and integrates them in a communicative way.  Your profile   For this position, we are looking for a person with experience in media work and media monitoring. You are capable of analyzing complex topics, recognizing relevant developments, and deriving effective communication approaches from them. You are interested in the arts, design, and developments in the field of education and have a good sense of socially relevant topics. You have a high awareness of quality, communicate confidently in German, and possess excellent knowledge of English. You enjoy implementing new instruments and processes, using creative leeway, and actively participating in the development of communication. Knowledge of monitoring tools, digital communication channels, and content management systems completes your profile.  What you can expect from us  We offer you an interesting and demanding task in a lively and collegial environment at the Toni-Areal in Zurich. Expect a committed and friendly team. We live an inclusive culture and value diversity. The employment conditions of the canton of Zurich apply.  Your contacts for more information  Leoni Hof (leoni.hof@zhdk.ch), co-head Content and PR Svenja Moore (svenja.moore@zhdk.ch), HR partner  Additional information about the Zurich University of the Arts is available at www.zhdk.ch.    We gladly accept your complete application files until 15 August 2026 via the "Apply online now" link at the end of this advertisement. Please note that we only accept online applications for this position.