College Media Relations Representative
Sony Music
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Overview
Sony Music U plays an essential role in the development of Sony Music's emerging artists and also assists in the roll out of established artists. Our College Marketing Representatives are well-versed in the online/social media world, organize listening events, interact closely with various campus groups and liaise with independent record stores and lifestyle shops. This is a part-time role that requires a commitment of approximately 20 hours per week. The College Marketing Representative position is a great way to learn about the music business, gain marketing experience, and get your foot in the door of one of the world's leading entertainment companies.
The College Media Relations Representative is responsible for managing relationships and executing campaigns with various campus radio stations, publications, and blogs nationwide, as well as drive the overall media relations strategy for the College Marketing Department.
Responsibilities
• Establish and maintain Sony Music U's network of college radio stations, print publications, blogs, and other media organizations across the country
• Proactively identify and contact media organizations to partner with
• Manage, expand and update database of media contacts
• Brainstorm and execute promotional opportunities for Sony Music's artist roster including interviews, reviews, ticket giveaways, and campus event support
• Create and distribute weekly recaps of efforts for the management team
• Pitch new artists and projects to various press outlets via email and phone
• Identify emerging press outlets and overall media trends
• Write press releases and media alerts to send to Sony Music U's press contacts
• Schedule and coordinate interviews and show coverage for Sony artists
• Communicate campaign progress to the management team via Slack and email daily
Minimum Experience
• Previous experience working with campus media organizations (ie. radio stations, print publications, blogs or magazines, etc.)
Qualifications
• Currently enrolled as a full-time undergraduate college student with (2) or more years before graduation
• Well-equipped to manage campaigns across all genres including urban, pop, alternative, and electronic
• Knowledge and passion for publicity or promotion
• Strong writing skills with the ability to craft artist bios, email newsletters, and written pitches to press outlets
• Comfortable communicating with press outlets via phone and in-person
• Highly organized, impeccable attention to detail
• Ability to multitask and prioritize
• Proactive mindset
Sony Music is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of age, disability, national origin, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, veteran or military status, marital and civil partnership/union status, alienage or citizenship status, creed, genetic information or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.