Seasonal Coordinator, Media Credentials

Job Description

Job Description

Department :  Communications

Reports to :  Director, Media Operations

Job Type :  Seasonal – Full-time

Job Duration :  January 5, 2026 – March 20, 2026

Job Classification :  Hourly (Non-exempt)

Workplace Location :  Los Angeles – 8949 Wilshire, Academy Museum

Summary / Objective :

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences is seeking an events professional for the seasonal position of Coordinator, Media Credentials, to support the Oscars. In this role, you will be instrumental in coordinating and managing the Oscars media credentialing process, along with all related logistical matters. Your close collaboration with the Academy’s domestic and international press partners and the Academy Communications team will ensure efficient, accurate, and accessible Oscars media coverage. This position requires you to thrive in a fast-paced environment, handling multiple assignments with tight deadlines. Your resourcefulness, problem-solving abilities, and the capacity to work independently and with others at all levels will be key to your success.

Essential Functions of the Job :

• Maintain press credential applications, files, and information management systems.
• Act as initial point-of-contact for on-site media, handling or redirecting all inquiries as needed.
• Provide approved media applicants with all necessary forms and instructions.
• Contribute significantly to the administration of the Oscars Virtual Press Room during Oscars Week and Oscars Sunday.
• Maintain a database of all media applicants and corresponding approved teams and individuals for credentialing.
• Manage and reconcile all media credential assignments.
• Quickly provide all press with widely used media resources such as the Oscars Media Guide, news coverage agreements, and pool feed circuits.
• Handle such media logistics as press parking, pool feed access, and Press Rooms coordination.
• Liaise between Media and Telecommunications vendors, providing all approved Media with order forms for equipment and connectivity.
• Represent the Academy Media Operations and Communications teams in the Credentials Operations office during Oscars Week.
• Assist with Oscars Sunday press activities, including the press Photo Room, Interview Room, and media workspaces of the Loews Hotel.
• Assist with related PR and Awards events, including Oscars Nominations Announcement and Nominees Luncheon.

Required Competencies :

Required Vaccination :   Full vaccination against COVID-19 is required, including any booster vaccinations as applicable.  Exception :   Medical and religious accommodations approved by the Office of People & Culture.

Compensation :  The expected hourly rate for this role is $23.00. The actual base pay offered will be determined on factors such as experience, skills, training, location, certifications, education, and other factors permitted by law. Decisions will be made on a case-by-case basis.

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