Publicist [Remote]
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Job Description
The Publicist will generate maximum, positive publicity coverage and target appropriate press/media outlets for VERSANT's entertainment cable networks (Oxygen, E!, USA, & SYFY) and digital platforms (Fandango and Rotten Tomatoes). The Publicist role will report into the VP, Entertainment Communications. Responsibilities include, but not limited to:
- Act as media strategist, campaign planner and spokesperson for assigned shows
- Aid in development and execution of a comprehensive communications campaign to support assigned series and specials, including scripted, unscripted, documentaries and live events.
- Develop relationships with the talent, production partners, PR agencies and representatives, agents, managers, media and programming executives in order to ensure maximum positive press coverage
- Coordinate print and electronic interviews and photo shoots on behalf of assigned series and talent
- Generate press materials including ratings and programming releases, series descriptions, loglines, bios, and talking points.
- Pitch stories to trade and consumer press to support overall series campaigns
- Service daily media requests and act as network source of information on programs
- Develop, plan and execute events, press junkets and screenings for priority series across each network
- Track budgets for assigned series and run point on press schedules and travel itineraries for series talent
- Work closely with cross-functional teams to executive overall campaign objectives for network priorities
- Staff virtual and in-person press appearances for network talent, executives and series producers
Qualifications
Qualifications/Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Communications or a related industry field
- Must have minimum 2 years of experience in a Communications-related role preferably in television/entertainment publicity
- Superior written and verbal communications skills
- Experience pitching, booking and covering national and local media interviews
- Effective multi-tasker with the ability to juggle several series in various stages of development
- Strategic and critical thinker that can identify critical content and or talent issues to elevate in a timely manner
- Ability to develop interesting and unusual creative ideas to help set the networks apart in the press
- Solid organizational/creative skills, detail oriented, collaborative team player
- Ability and proven track record working with high profile talent, talent representatives, producers and executives as well as positive media relationships
- Proactive self-starter with the ability to think big and innovate
- Some travel and weekend work required
Eligibility Requirements:
- Must be willing to work in New York, NY
Additional Information:
- Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week. Subject to change based on Manager discussion or business need.
- This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other benefits and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website.
- Salary range: $75,000 - $80,000
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