Publicity Communications Coordinator

Job Description

The Walt Disney Company's Media & Entertainment Distribution (DMED) is a new, global business segment for The Walt Disney Company with the mission of providing consumers around the world access to the content they want most, on the latest platforms, at a time of rapidly evolving consumer habits. Combining the Company's direct-to-consumer streaming services – ESPN+, the Disney+ streaming service and its ownership stake in Hulu -- alongside Disney's international media businesses, DMED aligns cutting-edge technology with world-class content and beloved brands to expand the Company's global footprint and deliver highly-personalized entertainment experiences to diverse consumers around the world.

DMED seeks a Publicity & Communications Coordinator to support executive communications and publicity communications for ABC Owned Television Stations (OTV) and directly providing support to the Director of Publicity and Communications.

Responsibilities:
• Manage and arrange executive calendar, including scheduling meetings.
• Shadow and participate in all key publicity meetings when needed; creating concise meeting notes with follow up details.
• Update DMED calendar with ABC OTV key events and announcements while also monitoring and distributing press coverage of OTV's documentaries and announcements.
• Maintain OTV Publicity Smart Sheets regularly to keep track of all press releases, campaigns and media placement
• Pull all media placements, clippings, and complete media coverage report from third party services (e.g. Cision, Muckrack) after each press release and provide to director of publicity/comms.
• Responsible for distribution of all press releases/blast distribution, breaking news, announcements and updating media lists, coordinate internal and external screenings
• Manage the DMED OTV Teams folders including updating OTV distribution media lists and internal distribution lists that receive OTV press releases and announcements.
• Assist with updating new OTV website.

Basic Qualifications:
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, as well as the prime social media platforms
• Minimum 1-2 years of experience in corporate communications, or public/media relations
• Ability to write AP-Style press releases, media pitches and understand basic principles
• Organized and detail-oriented with excellent time management skills.
• Previous experience or work in the communications field and/or basic understanding of public/media relations, talent relations, technology and the entertainment industry.
• Ability to take direction from multiple stakeholders, prioritize deadlines and effectively work through challenges in a fast-paced environment.
• Exhibits a positive attitude and a multi-tasking team player.

Preferred Qualifications:
• Familiarity and knowledge of content distributed by Disney and an appreciation for the brand a plus.
• Proficiency with Smartsheet is a plus.
• At least 2 years' professional experience in a corporate communications, media relations or public relations is a plus.

Required Education
• BA or BS required, preferably with a degree or emphasis in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism or related field.

About Disney Streaming:

Comprised of the Company's international business units and various direct-to-consumer streaming services, Disney Media & Entertainment Distribution (DMED) aligns technology, media distribution and advertising sales into a single business segment to create and deliver personalized entertainment experiences to consumers around the world.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise with the following business segments: media networks, parks and resorts, studio entertainment, consumer products and interactive media. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney's stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with Disney Streaming Operations LLC, which is part of a business segment we call Disney Streaming.

Disney Streaming Operations LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Disney fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-r0b2x8-3-142-195-24-42 in your application.