The Overview:

R&C/PMK New York is seeking an Assistant Account Executive to join our Talent team focusing on film and television clients. Candidate must be a self-starter, able to multi-task several moving parts and prioritize multiple running projects. Must be an excellent writer, have strong attention to detail, and be a great team player.
The Fine Print:

• Maintain and coordinate the busy schedule for several publicists and their clients
• Create and edit client press schedules
• Monitor press clippings for clients and create/maintain coverage reports and grids
• Handle incoming press requests and some pitching of stories to media outlets
• Ongoing maintenance and updating media lists
• Review and edit press materials including client bios
• Ensure that press kits are current
• Respond and inform client/industry interaction via phone and e-mail
• Connect press phone interviews for clients
• Provide administrative support including setting up conference calls, meetings, taking notes, expenses and other tasks as needed
• Book travel arrangements and create detailed travel itineraries (air, hotel & ground transportation) for clients and publicists

The Needs:

• 1 year of experience working in entertainment or an agency setting preferred
• Experience working with talent, production companies, film studios, and agencies is strongly preferred
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Knowledge in Muck Rack, Cision, and other entertainment research-based programs preferred
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, AP style proficient
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Positive, team-oriented attitude
• Ability to meet deadlines, handle multiple priorities, and perform job responsibilities accurately with minimal supervision
• Demonstrate strong sense of responsibility, ownership, and pride in delivering quality results and understanding the business impact
• Self-directed, proactive, eager to learn
• Able to professionally interact with clients
• Desires a long-term career in entertainment publicity
• Outstanding organizational and time management skills
• Responsive and professional written and verbal communication skills

Why Us:

R&CPMK is the original entertainment and culture agency! Our purpose is to drive cultural relevance & engagement for talent, brands, and content creators. Our vision is to inspire communities through cultural connection. Our Values: Be Human, Be Purposeful, Lead with Passion, Be Open Minded, Be Connected.

Our people’s well-being is one of our highest priorities! A 1pm finish on Fridays, flexible paid time off, and our Body, Mind, Soul program are here to help us all balance our busy lives.

We are a sociable bunch, we make sure we find lots of excuses to come together both virtually and in person through our many company events, hosted by our social committee and employee resource groups.

To support your career development, we have a wealth of internal and external learning opportunities. Tuition reimbursement is also available for those that are interested in continued education.

It is not just about living in the here and now, so we also help you plan for your future with a 401k, a stock purchase plan, generous paid family leave, fertility, and adoption benefits.

With offices in Los Angeles, New York, and London, R&CPMK is part of the Octagon Sports and Entertainment Network.

Salary: $40,000.00- $45,000 annually

Where an employee or prospective employee is paid within this range will depend on, among other factors, actual ranges for current/former employees in the subject position; market considerations; budgetary considerations; tenure and standing with the company (applicable to current employees); as well as the employee’s/applicant’s background, pertinent experience, and qualifications.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will consider employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.