Publicity Assistant
Viewpoint PR
Los Angeles, CAThis is a Full Time Job
Viewpoint Public Relations is looking for a dedicated and eager candidate to be the assistant to a senior publicist. The ideal candidate will have applicable entertainment industry experience, strong written/verbal skills, be extremely organized, able to prioritize/problem solve, able to work in a fast-paced/stressful environment, and would like to work in entertainment publicity. Keen interest in PR is a must. This is an in-person, not remote opportunity.
Job duties include
• Managing a high volume of calls/emails
• Coordinating details for client press events
• General logistical PR duties
• Correspondence with talent, talent reps, studios, networks, and streamers
• Maintaining all client schedules
• Provide day-to-day support for clients and colleagues
• Draft and edit press materials (memos, client bios, press kits, etc.)
• Compile, route, and archive client press coverage from publications (print, online, etc.)
• Daily administrative tasks (updating client contact information, press preferences, client lists, etc.).
• Managing Senior Publicist's calendar, setting meetings, lunches, drinks, etc.
Desired Skills & Experience will include:
• 1-2 years of experience (job or internship) in Public Relations or similar field
• Strong core communication skills including media relations, writing, and editing
• Organizational and detail-oriented skills with the ability to prioritize and multitask
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Basic to advanced skills with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Google Suite etc.
Please note:
All candidates must live in the Los Angeles area and be able to work in the office.
Salary/Benefits
$42,000.00
- 44,000.00
per year
Health, Dental, Vision, and additional insurance offerings
Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
401(k) Program
Additional Information
Due to the nature of the work Viewpoint performs and the clients with whom our employees interact, Viewpoint requires employees to receive an FDA-approved vaccination against COVID-19 infection. Viewpoint is an EOE and does not discriminate against or harass employees or job applicants on the basis of a protected characteristic, provides reasonable accommodations related to disability or sincerely-held religious beliefs or practices, and does not retaliate against anyone for engaging in protected activity (such as requesting a reasonable accommodation).
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