Publicist [Remote]

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Job Description

The Publicist will generate maximum, positive publicity coverage and target appropriate press/media outlets for VERSANT's entertainment cable networks (Oxygen, E!, USA, & SYFY) and digital platforms (Fandango and Rotten Tomatoes). The Publicist role will report into the VP, Entertainment Communications.

Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Act as media strategist, campaign planner and spokesperson for assigned shows

• Aid in development and execution of a comprehensive communications campaign to support assigned series and specials, including scripted, unscripted, documentaries and live events.

• Develop relationships with the talent, production partners, PR agencies and representatives, agents, managers, media and programming executives in order to ensure maximum positive press coverage

• Coordinate print and electronic interviews and photo shoots on behalf of assigned series and talent

• Generate press materials including ratings and programming releases, series descriptions, loglines, bios, and talking points.

• Pitch stories to trade and consumer press to support overall series campaigns

• Service daily media requests and act as network source of information on programs

• Develop, plan and execute events, press junkets and screenings for priority series across each network

• Track budgets for assigned series and run point on press schedules and travel itineraries for series talent

• Work closely with cross-functional teams to executive overall campaign objectives for network priorities

• Staff virtual and in-person press appearances for network talent, executives and series producers

Qualifications

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Communications or a related industry field

• Must have minimum 2 years of experience in a Communications-related role preferably in television/entertainment publicity

• Superior written and verbal communications skills

• Experience pitching, booking and covering national and local media interviews

• Effective multi-tasker with the ability to juggle several series in various stages of development

• Strategic and critical thinker that can identify critical content and or talent issues to elevate in a timely manner

• Ability to develop interesting and unusual creative ideas to help set the networks apart in the press

• Solid organizational/creative skills, detail oriented, collaborative team player

• Ability and proven track record working with high profile talent, talent representatives, producers and executives as well as positive media relationships

• Proactive self-starter with the ability to think big and innovate

• Some travel and weekend work required

Eligibility Requirements:

• Must be willing to work in New York, NY

Additional Information:

• Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week. Subject to change based on Manager discussion or business need.

• This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other benefits and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website.

• Salary range: $75,000 - $80,000

Note: Posting is subject to change so please refer to career site for latest availability (SBJ-G337).

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