Assistant, Worldwide Publicity
Lionsgate
Santa Monica, CAThis is a Full Time Job
Assistant, Worldwide Publicity Job Details | Lionsgate
Summary of Position
The Assistant, Worldwide Publicity will report to the VP, Worldwide Publicity and will assist the publicity team in developing and implementing publicity campaigns to promote Lionsgate films.
Responsibilities
• Support the VP of Worldwide Publicity by providing administrative support including managing schedule and calendar, coordinating and booking travel, screening calls, communicating with other marketing departments, compiling meeting notes, and executing all other administrative tasks
• Track, compile, and distribute daily press breaks, tune-ins, and key media coverage while monitoring relevant industry news
• Facilitate talent and filmmaker logistics, including booking and managing travel, creating and updating schedules, confirming glam rates, and ensuring seamless movements for talent and filmmakers
• Coordinate screenings via link as well as handle theater and screening room bookings on an as needed basis
• Process and track budgets and invoices
• Maintain and update key internal documents, including publicity strategies, campaign bibles, decks, schedules, media lists, contacts, key dates and more
• Staff and support a wide range of publicity events, including premieres, junkets, talk shows, PA tours, festivals, award shows, editorial shoots, and set visits
• Provide scheduling and organizational support for the broader team as needed
• Prepare business-related expenses using CONCUR; make sure all expenses are completed and submitted in a timely manner
• Monitor relevant industry news daily
Qualifications and Skills
• Minimum of 1 year experience in a marketing capacity
• Minimum of 1 year experience using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.); familiarity with Google Documents a plus
• Bachelor’s degree in Communications or related degree preferred
• Willingness to work overtime and be flexible with hours
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
• Superior communication skills (written and verbal)
• Ability to interact effectively with all levels of Management
• Highly organized and detail-oriented
• Ability to successfully manage multiple projects and deal with deadline pressure
• Strong work ethic
• Overall working knowledge with the SAP and Concur system
Nice to Haves
• Creative
• Passionate and strong interest in film publicity
• Detail-oriented
• Self-motivated and proactive
• Able to multitask and work under pressure across multiple campaigns
Business Unit Overview
Motion Picture Group
Salary/Benefits
$45,000 - $50,000 /year USD
Benefits
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance
• Paid time off (PTO)
• 401(k) company matching
Perks
• Work/life balance
Additional Information
Lionsgate (NYSE: LION) is one of the world’s leading standalone, publicly traded content companies, encompassing diversified motion picture and television production and distribution businesses, a portfolio of valuable brands and franchises, a talent management and production powerhouse, and a library of over 20,000 titles. As the largest independent motion picture company globally, Lionsgate is home to beloved franchises such as John Wick, The Hunger Games, Twilight, Saw, and Now You See Me, regularly releasing 10-15 wide theatrical films each year alongside 40-50 multi-platform and direct-to-streaming titles. The studio's entrepreneurial structure, creative passion, and innovative marketing and distribution strategies enable it to not only develop and extend franchises but also deliver original successes like La La Land, Wonder, Knives Out, Monster’s Ball, Precious, Fahrenheit 9/11, and Jesus Revolution. With nearly $15 billion in global box office revenue, Lionsgate has received 335 Academy Award® nominations and 71 Oscar® wins.
