Administrative Assistant, Publicity

This is a Full Time Job

As the Administrative Assistant of Publicity, you will:

What you'll do:
• Assist SME Japan NY office associates with daily administrative operation, provide SME Japan with local support for artists and staff, such as promotion, publicity, coordination, visa paperwork, and bringing in new business opportunities.
• Handle department needs including processing administrative documents, ordering office supplies, mailing out documents and promotional materials, filing, scanning, faxing, etc.
• Coordinate transportation, lodging, restaurants and other necessary requests from SME Japan staff members and artists
• Compile weekly sales data and distribute to necessary parties
• Coordinate working visa process to obtain visas for artists in a timely manner
• Maintain press lists/databases for the department.
• Manage SME Japan Instagram account; update on events and releases
• Create and send out press releases for upcoming music releases, shows and events
• Coordinate publicity requests for SME Japan artists
• Build and maintain relationships with vendors and media personnel
• Occasionally attend and provide support at conventions, concerts and promotional events

Who you are:
• Fluent in English and Japanese language; verbal and written
• Interest in music and/or anime industry
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Knowledge and ability to interact with high profile artists, managers, etc.

What we give you:
• You join an inclusive, collaborative and global community where you have the opportunity to channel your passion every day
• A modern office environment designed to foster productivity, creativity, and teamwork empowering you to bring your best
• An attractive and comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life & disability coverage, and 401K employer matching
• Voluntary benefits like company-paid identity theft protection and resources for pets, mental health and meditation resources, industry-leading fertility coverage, fully paid leave for childbirth or bonding, fully paid leave for caregivers, programs for loved ones with developmental disabilities and neurodiversity, subsidized back-up child and elder care, and reimbursement for adoption, surrogacy, tuition, and student loans
• Investment in your professional growth and development enabling you to thrive in our vibrant community.
• The space to accelerate progress, positively disrupt, and create what happens next
• Time off for a winter recess