Senior Publicist

Full Time Job
Job Summary:

Imagine a career with an organization that brings smiles to millions every day. Imagine working with people whose passion for what they do is simply indescribable. We are The Walt Disney Company, live with a rich legacy of innovation, entertainment, and lifelong memories. With our vast array of both businesses and professionals, you'll have the opportunity to join a team that's beloved around the world, and to find out how it feels to love what you do. We invite you to discover for yourself why a career with Disney is the opportunity you've been looking for

The role of Senior Publicist on the Targeted Marketing & Field Publicity Team is an exciting opportunity within our overall Global Publicity Team.

The Targeted Marketing and Field PR team are responsible for the overall field directives for all branded content theatrical and platform releases (Walt Disney Studios, 20th Century Studios, Walt Disney Animation Studios, Pixar, Lucasfilm, Marvel, Disney , Hulu). They are responsible for developing and executing field publicity strategy, word-of-mouth screening programs, working with filmmakers and talent om behalf of press tours, screenings & reviews, press coverage, regional stunted events and more.

This role will report directly to the VP, Targeted Marketing

This is a Union 600 Position, covered by a collective bargaining agreement

Responsibilities:

• Primary liaison for targeted and field initiatives on select Studio and Disney titles
• Daily maintenance and communication of targeted niche agencies (faith, family, sports) on all titles
• Daily oversight and direction from Director on team
• Create and oversee satellite tours
• PA Tour Lead (select travel involved)
• Primary point of contact for field TV/Print/Online Press communication (in coordination with Director and field agencies)
• Support Director on film festival logistics
• Create field talent schedules (in coordination with admin)
• Screening Program Execution: anti-piracy security, making agencies aware security guidance
• Alamo Drafthouse programs
• Create directives on all titles and distribute to field agencies
• Co-lead weekly agency meetings
• In coordination with Jr. Publicist, maintain accurate charts on behalf of screenings, experiential activations, and regional activations
• Work closely with Multicultural PR Director on screening programs and regional press screenings
• Create budgets for PA Tours, festivals, screening programs and regional special events
• Act as a liaison to Disney Canada and Disney Puerto Rico field press communication, press days and other activities including talent tours
• Identify first of its kind regional event opportunities
• Work closely with the internal Digital Marketing and Global Promotions teams on behalf of screening programs and regional activities

Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years relevant experience in field publicity and field marketing
• Experience in executing extensive word of mouth screening programs
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Strong interpersonal skills to assure successful interaction with executives and business contacts
• Detail oriented with superior organization skills
• Established regional press relationships
• Creative mindset
• Ability to juggle multiple projects simultaneously

Additional Information:

This is a IA-Pblcsts L600 position covered by a collective bargaining agreement.

About The Walt Disney Studios:

For over 95 years, The Walt Disney Studios has been the foundation on which The Walt Disney Company was built. Today it brings quality movies, episodic storytelling, music, and stage plays to consumers throughout the world. The Walt Disney Studios encompasses a collection of respected film studios, including Disney, Walt Disney Animation Studios, Pixar Animation Studios, Marvel Studios, Lucasfilm, 20th Century Studios, and Searchlight Pictures. It is also home to Disney Theatrical Productions, producer of world-class stage shows.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise with the following business segments: media networks, parks and resorts, studio entertainment, consumer products and interactive media. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney's stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with The Traveling Lab, which is part of a business segment we call The Walt Disney Studios.

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