Manager, Media Relations
FX Networks
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FX Networks
Manager, Media Relations (FX Networks – Los Angeles, CA 90064)
FX Networks is seeking a Manager of Media Relations to manage the daily implementation of public relations for assigned FX branded programming. This includes planning and implementing press and public relations-related objectives and programs, assisting with the strategic planning and implementation of publicity campaigns, and cultivating media support and awareness of the company.
Responsibilities:
• Manage and execute the entertainment publicity campaigns for FX branded programs by identifying and developing creative news angles to publicize programming and special events.
• Spearhead talent press trips, set visits, special events/premieres, promotions, photo shoots, press tours, press junkets, TCA sessions and clip selections for talent appearances on talk shows.
• Assist with strategic planning and implementation of publicity campaigns, press materials and press releases – brainstorm, research and pitch ideas.
• Work alongside VPs and directors in the department as a unit publicist, including traveling to the set of original programs to organize and manage media interviews.
• Actively seek and cultivate relationships with accredited television media.
• Write and edit press materials and media guides; maintain supporting documents including status reports, schedules, and talent contacts.
• Pitch red carpet press for premieres, and work all assigned events in L.A. and potentially other locations, helping to manage red carpet in advance and the night of the event.
• Assist in gathering and creating supporting materials for awards submissions (i.e. clip selections, press quotes, proofing mailers and trade ads) in support of Awards team.
Qualifications:
• 4 year college degree in Communications and/or related field required
• Minimum of 4 – 5 years previous experience in television publicity at a network or agency preferred.
• Excellent understanding of effective media relations practices, and working knowledge of television and entertainment media reporters is required.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills, with the ability to work well under pressure, in a fast-paced environment, and with various personalities tactfully and professionally.
• Must be self-motivated, autonomous, and proactive, with the ability to manage multiple projects at the same time.
• Must be highly organized, detail-orientated and able to prioritize workload.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
• Working knowledge of media opportunities on social media platforms including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Snapchat and TikTok a plus.
• A team player with a sound work ethic and able to preserve confidentiality, open to greater challenges and new responsibilities.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.
About FX Networks:
FX Networks is comprised of the networks FX, FXX and FXM, the video on-demand app FXNOW and the commercial-free on-demand service FX . FX, the flagship general entertainment basic cable channel, launched in June of 1994 and is carried in 88 million homes. The diverse schedule features a growing roster of critically-acclaimed and award-winning hit dramas series including Taboo, Legion, Snowfall, Trust, Pose, Mayans M.C. and the upcoming Y; the critically-acclaimed limited series American Horror Story, Fargo, American Crime Story, FEUD, Fosse/Verdon and the upcoming Devs, Shogun and Mrs. America; acclaimed hit comedy series including Atlanta, Baskets, Better Things, What We Do in the Shadows and the upcoming Breeders; the half-hour series Mr Inbetween; and the upcoming docuseries The Weekly with The New York Times. FX is the former home of the critically-acclaimed and award-winning hit drama series The Shield, Nip/Tuck, Rescue Me, Damages, Sons of Anarchy, Justified and The Americans. The network's library of acquired box-office hit movies is unmatched by any ad-supported television network. FXX, the newest network, launched in September 2013 and is carried in 86 million homes. Geared towards a young adult audience, the schedule features original series, movies, and acquired series. The channel is anchored by the acclaimed hit comedies It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia and the Emmy® Award winning comedy series Archer. FXX is also the exclusive cable home to The Simpsons, the longest-running comedy in TV history. FXM (formerly Fox Movie Channel) was launched in October of 1994 and is now carried in 57 million homes. Its schedule features classic films during the day (FXM Retro), contemporary box office hits and acclaimed, award-winning films, and short-form award-winning original programming in the evenin
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