Russell Tobin is hiring : Publicist in Los Angeles

Overview Our client is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. They are looking for a full-time Publicist to join their team on-site in Los Angeles, CA. Location : Los Angeles, CA (Hybrid- minimum 3 days onsite). Compensation : $75,000 - $80,000.

Base pay range $75,000.00 / yr - $80,000.00 / yr

Job Description The Publicist will generate maximum, positive publicity coverage and target appropriate press / media outlets for four entertainment cable networks.

Responsibilities 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 / Requirements Must have 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

Education Bachelor’s degree in Communications or a related industry field

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.

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