Francis Kurkdjian Arts & Culture Project Assistant

About Francis Kurkdjian

Maison Francis Kurkdjian is a Parisian fragrance house founded in 2009 by master perfumer Francis Kurkdjian and Marc Chaya, renowned for translating emotion, craftsmanship and modern French elegance into exceptional scents. As part of the LVMH ecosystem, the Maison offers employees the intimacy of an entrepreneurial creative atelier with the reach and standards of a global luxury leader. Its culture values artistic excellence, precision, client devotion and collaboration across métiers, from creation and retail to communications and operations. For professionals inspired by beauty and innovation, it provides a refined environment where talent contributes to an exacting, poetic vision of contemporary perfumery.

Role & Responsibilities

• Coordinate Maison Francis Kurkdjian's participation in upcoming institutional events for the Comité Colbert and LVMH Group, including operational tracking, production of event materials, and centralization of communications
• Provide support for exhibitions, patronage projects, and cultural collaborations across France and internationally
• Conduct meticulous review of a database comprising approximately 2,000 heritage inventory records and maintain an evolving database and photo library documenting the Maison's archives
• Perform historical research, prepare product documentation, and make heritage objects available to internal departments including Marketing and Design Studio upon request
• Propose and coordinate temporary presentations of heritage items within the headquarters and retail locations to enhance visibility of the Maison's archives
• Author a monthly cultural newsletter highlighting curated cultural events, films, books, and podcasts aligned with the Maison's artistic inspirations for internal staff circulation
• Provide operational support and coordination for internal communications events

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (Bac+3) to Master's degree (Bac+5) in art history, cultural management, or related discipline from institutions such as the École du Louvre, Institut d'Études Politiques, or specialized schools in cultural management
• Demonstrated strong interest and cultural knowledge in the arts
• Proficiency with museum database software and standard office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Written and spoken English fluency

Skills

Experience

Entry-level. No prior professional experience required; the role is designed for recent graduates or those beginning their career in the cultural or luxury sectors.

Education

Bachelor's degree (Bac+3) to Master's degree (Bac+5) in art history, cultural management, or related field such as Institut d'Études Politiques (IEP), École du Louvre, or specialized schools of cultural management.

Workplace

Culture

Maison Francis Kurkdjian cultivates a refined, creative workplace where olfactory artistry, precision, and innovation are central to every role. As part of the luxury fragrance world, it offers an environment that values craftsmanship, collaboration, and a deep sensitivity to beauty, detail, and client experience.

About Cerulean

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