Publicity Coordinator
Cinetic Media
New York, NYThis is a Full Time Job
Cinetic Media - Publicity Coordinator
ABOUT THE POSITION:
An interest in learning about the promotional life cycle of a film, from festival premieres through awards season, and for contemporary independent cinema, foreign language films, and documentaries, is a must. Attention to detail, strong verbal communication, and analytical writing skills are essential. The Coordinator role should be able to work quickly and efficiently in a fast-paced environment. Applicants should also possess organizational skills and general office and computer skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Outlook, Google Suite, Constant Contact, and Cision.
The ideal candidate will be a self-starter, energetic, resourceful, and will have a strong work ethic. Must be able to work with various levels of talent, filmmakers, press, and executives in a professional manner. Understands that PR is not a 9-5 job.
The Coordinator will support Publicists in domestic and international festivals, theatrical releases, and awards campaigns spanning narrative and documentary, as well as in representing the Criterion Collection.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Assist with scheduling and staffing press days and premieres both in NY and on the ground at North American Film Festivals.
• Meticulously maintain administrative documents including theatrical status reports, press day wraps, RSVP documents, screening reports, reaction documents, AMPAS trackers, and festival wrap reports.
• Draft press materials and screening / event invitations.
• Work with the Breaks Team to monitor and service press breaks for campaigns.
• Oversee and delineate various tasks to interns.
Additional Information
Employees will receive health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).
A minimum of 1 year experience in the industry is required.
Salary/Benefits
$46,000.00
per year
Additional Information
Cinetic is a full-service talent management and media advisory firm with divisions in film and television project financing and production, sales and distribution, public relations and marketing, as well as strategic and corporate advisory services for media companies. The firm represents an exceptional roster of artists and companies, with notable projects including HIT MAN, MAY DECEMBER, SUMMER OF SOUL, GREEN BOOK, MISS AMERICANA, BEFORE MIDNIGHT, BOYHOOD, 100 FOOT WAVE, AMY, NAPOLEON DYNAMITE, and LITTLE MISS SUNSHINE, among many others. Cinetic also includes Cinetic Marketing, a boutique public relations firm specializing in American Independent and studio/streaming releases, documentaries, and international films. The firm maintains offices in New York and Los Angeles and is comprised of a dedicated team with diverse interests in film and television.
