Music Publicity Assistant

This is a Full Time Job

Platform PR is looking for an exceptional individual to join its team working with our music division. We are seeking a highly motivated and detailed-oriented Music Publicity Assistant. Candidate must have knowledge of media outlets and editors. Candidate must have knowledge of music markets, tour press, new music Fridays and music editors/journalists.Candidate must have excellent communication skills, maintain the highest level of confidentiality, have the ability to keep up with a fast-paced office, and remain composed in high-pressure environments. Must be able to multi-task under breaking deadlines and have a solution-oriented mindset to stay one step ahead of all outcomes. For the right candidate, this position has the opportunity to become extremely integrated into high-level client accounts and offer a 360 training in personal publicity. The role has great potential to lead to a rewarding career as an entertainment publicist.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Draft memos & letters for client offers and updates
· Compile targeted press lists for pitching and outreach
· Maintain digital press kits and client bios
· Draft additional client materials like press releases and pitches
· Pitch clients to media
· Create, manage and coordinate client schedules/confirmations for interviews, photo shoots, press days and press tours.
· Handle client hair/makeup/styling holds

REQUIREMENTS:
· Minimum of 1-2 years of PR agency or label experience preferred.
· Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
· Proactive nature
· Grace and tenacity under pressure
· Interested in being highly integrated into client accounts and leading projects following training period
· Motivated, resourceful, able to work independently or as part of a team.
· Be extremely well-organized and able to work in a supremely fast paced environment.
· A creative, solution-oriented thinker and a multi-tasker who can meet deadlines and manage several projects simultaneously.
· The ideal candidate will stay in this role for a few years before wanting to grow, though being mentored is very much part of the positioning and there is potential for growth from within.

Please note:
All candidates must live in the Los Angeles area and be able to work in the office. Must be available nights and weekends if needed.