Publicity Specialist, Movies PR
DESCRIPTION
The Movies PR team is responsible for the development and execution of global PR strategies and campaigns on individual titles. This role will serve as a specialist in the field of communications and will provide input and creative insight to drive single and multi-title campaigns to success, with the expectation of driving customer engagement.
Key job responsibilities
This role will be responsible for talent and representative communications, team organizational efforts, film asset management, talent travel coordination, press pitching, coverage monitoring, setting press screenings, providing screening links to approved stakeholders and overall campaign contributor.
A day in the life
Compile daily press coverage on owned titles. Daily check ins with talent representation and filmmakers. In person coverage of screenings taking place on our lot. Daily collaboration with cross-functional teams to enhance overall campaign strategies.
About the team
We are a team of passionate film publicists and strategists who enjoy working in a fast paced environment. Each member of the team provides a unique perspective and have come from diverse backgrounds in the field of entertainment. We look to earn trust with our customers, internal and external and strive to exceed our own internal goals. We are inclusive and appreciate all voices and foster a kind, respectful environment.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree
- Experience in professional communications or public relations
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience managing current network of entertainment industry media contacts
- Experience working on teams
- Experience working at premieres, junkets, and other publicity related events
- Movies publicity experience
- Deep knowledge of the entertainment industry
- Exceptional verbal and written communications skills and attention to detail
- Excellent judgment, particularly in narrow timeframes
- Desire to work with the media proactively to generate awareness
- A passion for pop culture and entertainment
- Willingness to work hard and roll up sleeves to get work done, even when at times it is outside the scope of the job
- Ability to develop creative, effective approaches to difficult communications challenges
Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.
Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $68,900/year in our lowest geographic market up to $147,400/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.