In-House Publicist
Mascot Label Group
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MASCOT LABEL GROUP - In House Publicist
Mascot Label Group is an International independent record label specializing in rock, blues, prog, and metal genres. We're looking for an in-house publicist for our Manhattan office.
Our ideal candidate is a creative music enthusiast who is: reliable, hardworking, honest, team player and a self-starter, who works well under pressure and is pleasant to be around.
What we require:
* Minimum 3-5 years experience doing music publicity I.E. handling marketing/PR campaigns for musical recording artists
* Must be able to lead press campaigns on various releases across all our labels
* Existing contacts and experience in press, marketing and digital, with strong relationships with key press (TV, radio, and print). Rock, Alternative, and AAA/Non-Com background a plus
* Prior experience writing press releases and assembling press materials
* Experience booking late night television, as well as national PBS & NPR
* Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work with all types of personalities including prior experience dealing with executives, talent and senior media members
* Strong critical thinking skills and ability to formulate tailored and effective pitches
* Ability to negotiate maximum media coverage
* Effective planning and strategizing skills
* Must be local to NY and be able to work in our NY office
* Social media savvy
* Strong resume/references
Some Key Responsibilities:
* Oversee and organize publicity strategies
* Secure national and regional press opportunities for artists across all media
* Create and distribute press releases to media outlets and service music to those outlets
* Work with project managers to establish press goals for each artist
* Pitch to traditional print press, as well as online blogs, podcasts, TV and more
* Secure online premiere press partners with video and song content
* Secure meaningful press opportunities and facilitate phone and email interviews, as well as all types of press requests
* Generate press reports
Salary commensurate with experience