Manager, Publicity - Focus Features

Focus Features is seeking a hard-working, creative and passionate publicist who has experience executing all facets of theatrical publicity campaigns. Must have strong editorial relationships, and direct prior experience pitching and securing coverage for talent, filmmakers, and events/stunts. Must also have prior experience working with agencies and talent representatives. Will be responsible for pitching, securing and planning long-lead and fast-breaking publicity campaigns for a diverse array of theatrical releases. Ideal candidate must be able to work effectively as part of a team while overseeing multiple projects in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

Work with team lead to execute publicity campaigns for theatrical releases (pitching and securing A-list editorial and bookings, overseeing preview issues & specials and helping to secure exclusive placement of assets); Work with project agencies hired to help execute strategy on each campaign; Manage press for special events, screenings and premieres; Coordinate press days and junkets, handling talent schedules, pitching and securing press, scheduling interviews, and troubleshooting with talent representatives; Create and manage publicity office budgets, liaising with the finance team and tracking spending; Pitch and monitor editorial special issues throughout the year; Collaborate in executing awards campaign strategy throughout a project's life cycle; Cover talent/filmmakers at television shows, special appearances, press junkets/press days, guild screenings and film classes; Work closely with project leads to manage day-to-day activities of the publicity agencies; Participate in publicity and marketing brainstorms; Collaborate with international, awards and digital publicity teams to communicate overall campaign initiatives

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years' experience in film publicity including direct experience pitching and securing editorial as well as working on awards campaigns; Prior experience working with agencies and talent representatives; Strong working relationships with journalists, talent representatives and guilds; Prior experience organizing and executing events and premieres; Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills to address senior executives, filmmakers and talent; Must be able to work extended hours and travel where required

Nice to have

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent relevant experience (degree in media, journalism or communications is preferred); Excellent written and verbal communication skills; Prior experience working on film publicity and awards campaigns; Working knowledge of specialty and independent films; A genuine love and affection for film and global pop culture; Working knowledge of trends in social media landscape; Reliable, resourceful, personable, social and enthusiastic; Motivated self-starter skilled at multi-tasking

Benefits

Company sponsored benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance; 401(k); paid leave; tuition reimbursement; variety of other discounts and perks; bonus eligible