Manager, Media Relations

Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Manager, Media Relations (FX Networks – New York, NY 10023)

FX Networks is seeking a NY- based Manager of Media Relations to manage the daily implementation of public relations for assigned FX programs. This includes planning and implementing press and public relations-related objectives and programs, assisting with the strategic planning and implementation of publicity campaigns, and cultivating media support and awareness of the company.

Responsibilities:
• Manage and execute the entertainment publicity campaigns for FX Networks programs by identifying and developing creative news angles to publicize programming and special events.
• Work alongside Vice Presidents in the department as a unit publicist, including traveling to the set of FX original shows to organize and manage media interviews.
• Spearhead talent press trips, set visits, special events/premieres, promotions, photo shoots, press tours, press junkets and clip selections for talent appearances on talk shows.
• Assist with strategic planning and implementation of publicity campaigns, press materials and press releases – brainstorm, research and pitch ideas.
• Write and edit press materials and press releases; schedule and conduct press conferences, interviews and tours.
• Help pitch red carpet press for show premieres, and work all NY events and select LA events, helping to manage red carpet in advance and the night of the event.
• Provide support for other FX Networks series and specials, including all NY-based productions.
• Select electronic clips for talent media appearances; work with legal in clearing all clips for use.
• Assist in gathering and creating supporting materials for awards submissions (i.e. clip selections, press quotes, proofing mailers and trade ads) in support of Awards team.

Qualifications:
• 4 year college degree in Communications and/or related field required.
• Minimum of 4 – 5 years previous experience in television publicity at a network or agency preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to work well under pressure and with various personalities tactfully.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
• Must be highly organized, professional, motivated, resourceful and detail-oriented.
• Must be able to manage multiple projects at the same time.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.

This position is with FX Networks, LLC, which is part of a business segment we call FX Networks.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-d88mwm-3-12-34-178-42 in your application.