Publicist

Job Description

Summary

Investigation Discovery is seeking a well-organized candidate to perform communications activities for true crime programming streaming on discovery+ as well as Investigation Discovery programs and talent. The publicist works both collaboratively and independently to develop and execute publicity campaigns (at varying priority levels and via traditional and digital media); writes and develops key communications materials; staffs talent; provides support to the US publicity team based in New York while working with team members in both Silver Spring, MD and New York; and collaborates with various internal divisions, including programming, production, marketing and digital/social media, to implement press strategies that ensure consistent messaging and identification of cross-promotional opportunities.

Responsibilities
• Plan, develop and execute comprehensive, creative and strategic publicity campaigns for assigned projects, working closely with vice president as well as internal teams including marketing, social media, research and online

• Pitch and field press inquiries for a variety of events, series, specials and talent

• Build and maintain media lists and establish working relationships with key contacts

• Research, write, edit and distribute press releases, materials and press kits

• Screen and identify compelling video clips to secure coverage

• Fulfill media requests and inquiries in a timely manner

• Staff and assist with events, talent appearances and interviews as assigned

• Fulfill photo requests and staff on-location shoots as needed

• Assist publicity team with projects, mailings, press monitoring and reports, press list creation and other responsibilities as assigned by manager

Requirements
• Three or more years hands-on publicity and media relations work experience

• Solid organizational skills

• Must be able to adapt to a complex and ever-changing workload in a timely and efficient manner and with strong attention to detail

• Must be an independent thinker, organized, and strong team player with a can-do attitude (no job is too small or too large) who is willing to take on additional responsibilities as necessary

• A demonstrated ability to work under pressure, meet tight deadlines and be able and willing to work on multiple projects and tasks simultaneously

• Superb written, verbal and interpersonal skills

• Excellent sense of humor

• Solid project management skills

• Ability to cultivate and sustain strong relationships with members of the media

• Television, documentary film or entertainment publicity experience a plus

• Film/TV Festival and Entertainment Conference experience a plus

• College degree required

• Legal right to work in the United States

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