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Boutique Entertainment PR & Creative Marketing Agency is seeking a highly motivated and detail oriented Publicist. This position will have a strong focus on talent, top digital influencers, and content. Company offers a team-oriented, creative environment.
The ideal candidate is established within the PR side of the Entertainment industry. They are currently handling clients from head-to-toe, in addition to likely supporting talent led by supervisors. This candidate works hard and is hungry to find a home at a company with limited politics, no red tape and that is dedicated to rewarding hard work, creativity and self-starters in a meaningful way. They are looking for someone who can come up with a new, creative idea for a client and see it through to completion.
Requirements:
4+ years of entertainment PR experience
Thorough knowledge of digital entertainment (top talent, digital platforms, industry trends, etc)
Viable press contacts - both B2B and B2C
Cultivated relationships within the entertainment industry (reps, studios, etc)
Excellent writing skills - must be concise, thoughtful, effective and strive to use proper grammar
Ability to properly and effectively manage support staff
Positive attitude and team-player mentality
Flexibility to travel as needed, with occasional last-minute travel
Client Service driven
Drive day-to-day communication with clients on behalf of the national publicity efforts and ensures that all reporting is accurate and delivered to the client as agreed upon by the campaign
Analyze client goals strategically, creatively and present findings
Demonstrate superior writing and editing skills for client materials and plans
Aggressive pitching
Self-starter mentality - taking initiative to connect dots and open doors for the client without being prompted
Regular calls with client and teams
Anticipate PR challenges and proactively provide recommended plan of action to move publicity campaigns forward
Publicity specific roles
Lead the development of publicity campaigns and account strategies for top tier digital talent
Oversee outreach and results-driven execution for entertainment and product campaigns
Oversee the development and management of press lists
Familiarity with promoting talent around their movies, series, books, merchandise launches (lifestyle), podcasts and deals/partnerships
This is primarily Talent role (light celebrity, mostly digital talent aka social media stars). Promote talent around the platform and their shows and films. Personal representation in additional to general Talent promotion.
Key aspects of the job:
• Extensive knowledge of relevant media outlets
• Existing relationships with reporters etc.
• Knowledge and good instincts on where clients should be pitched and how
Ability to tailor pitches to appease the recipient
• Comfortable being in the field with clients
• Available to travel as needed
• Ability to work weekends if needed
• A passion for Pop Culture and digital entertainment is a huge bonus & a good attitude!
Please send your resume as either a Microsoft Word or PDF attachment & include a cover letter indicating your desired salary range.
Please do not submit your resume unless you meet the qualifications listed above.