Publicity Assistant

This is a Part Time Job

Platform is looking for an exceptional individual to join its team working with music talent, actors and content creators. We are seeking a highly motivated and detailed-oriented Publicity Assistant. Candidate must have knowledge of media outlets and editors. 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 studio/network 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 availalble nights and weekends if needed.