Publicist, Film & Entertainment PR
Divergent PR
Hollywood, CAThis is a Full Time Job
Role Summary:
We're looking for a Publicist to join our team. In this role, you'll be an essential part of our efforts to promote exciting film projects and be part of our consumer and awards campaigns. This is a great opportunity for someone with a passion for film (international films a plus) who is eager to grow their skills in a fast-paced environment. You'll work closely with our experienced team and build your expertise in film publicity.
What you'll do:
Support the project lead in strategic and tactical efforts, with ownership of certain aspects of campaigns.
Find new press opportunities, craft pitches, and arrange for coverage across various titles.
Maintain and grow close working relationships with key media contacts across the evolving media landscape.
Manage important documents for film projects updated and organized, including talent schedules, statuses, press requests, etc.
Create and arrange key materials for press including screening invites and press releases.
Manage asset placements including trailers, posters, clips.
Staff publicity-related events including covering talent at press and special screenings, press days (in-person and virtual), film festivals, and awards-related events, including after-hours and weekend.
What you'll bring:
Motivated self-starter skilled in multitasking, communication, and organization with 3 - 5 years of professional experience in film and/or television PR at a major studio, streamer, network, or agency.
Strong communication, writing, and organizational skills.
A passion for cinema (international a plus!)
Experience working with both consumer (general audience) and awards-focused press.
Salary/Benefits
A competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
Health insurance and a 401(k) with a company match.
Generous paid time off and a flexible, hybrid work environment.
Additional Information
Divergent is a premier entertainment public relations firm specializing in consumer and awards campaigns. We represent a diverse roster of clients, from major studios, streaming platforms, independent filmmakers and film festivals. With a dynamic, creative, and strategic approach, we deliver award-winning campaigns that shape industry narratives and amplify our clients' presence in a competitive market. Since its inception in 2018 Divergent has promoted 11 Golden Globe winners, and 24 Oscar© winners across all major categories, including two for Best Picture.
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