Head of Original Film Publicity
Netflix
Beverly Hills, CAThis was removed by the employer on 9/7/2016 1:11:00 PM PST
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Full Time Job
Do you live and breathe entertainment? Do you stay ahead of the curve and take in the latest TV shows and films across different platforms? Are you interested in breathing new life into publicity campaigns and taking new approaches? We may have just the opportunity for the right person to head up PR for our original films initiative.
The Opportunity
Fueled by the broad appeal of being able to instantly enjoy unlimited movies and TV shows, Netflix has grown to have over 75 million streaming members in over 130 countries. With continued international expansion and a move into original film acquisition and production underway, it's a great time to join Netflix. It's the chance to be on the ground floor and build a team that will handle film for the online leader, changing the perception of originals films and how they should be enjoyed and celebrated. It's a chance to take different approaches to manage and execute a promotional and publicity campaign, and to start your own playbook.
The Role
The Head of Originals Film Publicity will work across several different disciplines that are bringing originals films to fruition here at Netflix. We are looking for a visionary leader who is able to formulate, and drive creative and executable ideas, communicate priorities and present clear goals to the team. This person is not afraid to get their hands dirty and jump in at any level to move a campaign forward. They use sound judgement to make wise decisions, and they think strategically. They will have a strong work ethic and understand the film and TV market. The ideal candidate will also not be afraid to challenge prevailing assumptions when warranted, and suggest better approaches; they will make tough decisions without agonizing and will be candid and direct, even when that approach might be controversial. The role will report to the head of originals publicity.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate is a strong leader familiar with the Netflix culture deck and is eager to work among like-minded colleagues and embrace the company's philosophies.
They will have at least 10 years of entertainment experience and will be able to successfully strategize and communicate innovative publicity campaigns and work well across disciplines to execute on said campaigns.
They will have experience or knowledge of working with international markets.
The ideal candidate is high energy, motivated with has strong relationship-building capabilities and a capacity to work in a very fast-paced environment.
They will have experience managing a team, and will have current experience working hands-on with media and filmmakers/producers/talent alike.
To succeed at Netflix, the candidate must also possess the following characteristics:
Creative
Demonstrated ability to think innovatively-connecting the dots when others cannot.
Able to make the leap from information to insight.
Able to identify, nurture and help refine compelling creative ideas and concepts.
Succinct Communicator
Great writer and clear talker.
Can organize, summarize, clarify and communicate ideas simply, succinctly and accurately.
Has a quick intelligence, is fast on the feet and quickly responds to issues and questions.
Says it like it is; not wrapped in political niceties.
Pragmatic, Organized and Detailed
Has a big capacity to both think and 'do'.
Flourishes in a 'hands on' role, adding value at different levels.
Is strong on detail and highly organized.
A Smart Minimalist
Keeps things simple.
Knows that global communications can be made complex---and will resist and prevent that.
Has a Point of View
An independent thinker willing and able to express and support a point of view.
Pace
Moves at a nice pace and enjoys having multiple projects going at once.
Can change course, be scrappy and get things done within short timeframes.
Integrity
Has sound judgment, and will question actions inconsistent with company values.
An Adult
Is a mature, fully-formed adult with a happy, well balanced life.
Is motivated by what is best for Netflix.
Compensation
Netflix offers an attractive compensation package consisting of base salary, stock options, 401K (with match), comprehensive benefits, and relocation.