PR Manager

Magnolia Network, Discovery Inc.

Responsibilities

1. Plan, manage and execute multiple communications and program publicity campaigns, including development of press strategy

2. Work in lockstep with other departments including production, marketing, multiplatform, talent management, etc., in the creation and execution of national and regional brand publicity initiatives

3. Collaborate with internal and external producers and talent to ideate around topics/programming arcs for development of background materials

4. Develop close working relationships with members of the press and manage the flow of information to media including television critics, editors, writers, national/regional broadcast bookers and digital outlets

5. Pitch, secure and facilitate media opportunities and field incoming press requests

6. Brief talent and/or executives for press interviews; coordinate media training sessions with talent on regular basis

7. Manage and collaborate with outside PR agencies, consultants, personal publicists, talent managers & assistants

8. Help organize presentations, press events, screenings, media tours, media training session

9. Stay abreast of developments within the industry

10. Pursue evergreen press opportunities for franchise talent

Candidate Requirements

* 3-5 years of hands-on publicity experience with increasing levels of responsibility for campaign and people management

* Established ability to work under pressure, manage multiple projects simultaneously and excel at time management/prioritization

* Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to handle situations and various personalities diplomatically

* Strong verbal and written communication skills

* Crisis communications a plus

* Ability to think creatively and generate new ideas

* Demonstrated understanding of digital and social media execution and implementation

* Must be a strategic thinker and a strong team player who can work autonomously

* Must demonstrate an ability to cultivate and nurture relationships with members of the media

* A broad knowledge of the television industry is a plus, preferably with previous program publicity or entertainment experience

* Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) is required.

* Must have the legal right to work in the US

New York City, New York, NYC, NY

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