Associate, National Publicity

Associate, National Publicity (Entry Level Position) - New York City

Professional duties may include: organizing calls/meetings both internally and with clients; conducting research as needed; maintaining various client-related or company-related publicity documents including status reports, calendars, critics grids, schedules, reaction/quote memos, contact sheets, etc.; clipping, compiling and servicing of press breaks for clients; taking notes at meetings or on calls with clients and/or staff and following up on action items; managing publicity materials including photos/stills, clips/trailers, promotional material, etc.; drafting or revising press materials including memos, press releases, bios, press notes; managing day-to-day client follow up with press, third parties or internally with staff; covering screenings, press days and events as needed, which could include press check-in, providing screening reports, and covering talent; supporting the team in organizing of press days, junkets, premieres; liaising with press as needed for reactions, press PR material needs, fact-checking support, pitching films and talent, setting up interviews, etc.; liaising with clients as needed to support team and project including handling print requests, setting screenings, etc.

Job Requirements: College Degree plus ideally one year of related work experience. Candidate should be impeccably organized and detail-oriented; highly computer literate; social media savvy; have good instincts and be a strategic and forward thinker. Candidate should also have solid writing skills and strong interpersonal skills. Must be able to work in a very fast-paced environment, excel at multi-tasking and have a real interest in television/film/awards/entertainment. Must be able to work independently and meet deadlines. Salary 43k OT and bonus. Participation in 401K program; medical and dental benefits. Must be located in New York City.