International Manager, Global Earned Media & Communications

Job Description

Summary of Position

The International Manager, Global Earned Media & Communications will report to SVP, Global Earned Media & Communications to assist in developing and implementing comprehensive publicity campaigns to promote Lionsgate theatrical releases throughout the lifecycle window.

Responsibilities
• Manage 30+ International distributor partners per each film – distributing press materials, communicating & aligning globally on material launches/creative debuts and facilitating their press involvement in junkets. As well as liaising with talent teams the international press plans/goals, unique to each market.

• Senior point of contact for International Distributors on assigned films

• Oversee and manage international press agencies including junket, tour and press requests

• Oversee the delivery of assets with Global Marketing Operations and Visual Communications teams

• Responsible for INTL junket bill backs

• Review & coordinate screening requests [which are in line with our embargo / domestic release strategy]

• Keep track of local screenings, collate press reactions by territory

• Collect press breaks from territories, as well as share key breaks with territories on behalf of LG

• Work closely with international focused counterparts for all disciplines and act as talent liaison for each, distributing requests and securing approvals as needed

• Work with Global Earned Media & Communications Talent Directors to arrange scheduling, travel, grooming, and security for all talent international press activities and oversee creation of all talent schedules with Global Earned Media & Communications Publicity Assistant, ensuring all information is accurate and current

• Work with team to help escort talent to all campaign appearances including talk show appearances, press junkets, Premieres, PA Tours, film festivals and conventions, Award Shows, editorial and creative shoots, and set visits. Must proactively anticipate talent needs during all appearances while managing press concepts, occasionally having to intervene and keep talent on message or manage inappropriate press conduct.

• Assist in maintaining key campaign documents as it pertains to talent, including Pub Strat, Film Bibles, Timelines, Broadcast Calendars, Talent Timelines and Highlights Reports

Qualifications & Skills
• Minimum of 4-6 years of experience in a marketing and/or publicity capacity

• Bachelor's degree in communications or related degree

• Willingness to work overtime and be flexible with hours.

• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.

• Superior communication skills (written and verbal).

• Ability to interact effectively with all levels of management.

• Highly organized and detail oriented.

• Ability to successfully manage multiple projects and deal with deadline pressure.

• Strong work ethic.

About the Company

Lionsgate (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B) encompasses world-class motion picture and television studio operations aligned with the STARZ premium global subscription platform to bring a unique and varied portfolio of entertainment to consumers around the world. The Company's film, television, subscription and location-based entertainment businesses are backed by a 17,000-title library and a valuable collection of iconic film and television franchises. A digital age company driven by its entrepreneurial culture and commitment to innovation, the Lionsgate brand is synonymous with bold, original, relatable entertainment for audiences worldwide.

Business Unit Overview

Motion Picture Group

Lionsgate's motion picture business is a consistent box office market share leader with films that have grossed more than $10 billion worldwide over the past six years. This leadership is driven by world-class talent relationships, a deep and renewable portfolio of iconic brands and franchises, and a diverse and balanced slate that is built to enhance consumer enjoyment of the theatrical experience but also has the flexibility to utilize a broad range of alternative release strategies as the opportunities to monetize films continue to expand. The creator, owner and distributor of great film brands including The Hunger Games, Twilight Saga, John Wick, Now You See Me, Knives Out, La La Land, Saw, Dirty Dancing and Monster's Ball, among many others, films released by Lionsgate and its predecessor companies have earned 129 Academy Award® nominations and 32 Oscar® wins.

In addition to its mainstream commercial releases, Lionsgate's Motion Picture Group includes specialty film distributor Roadside Attractions, an industry leader in award-winning prestige movies, Pantelion Films, the US market leader in Spanish-language releases, a top film production and distribution brand in the UK, and multiplatform distributor Grindstone Entertainment.
Our Benefits
• Full Coverage – Medical, Vision, and Dental

• Work/Life Balance – generous sick days, vacation days, holidays, and Impact Day

• 401(k) company matching

• Tuition Reimbursement (up to graduate degree)

EEO Statement

Nearest Major Market: Los Angeles

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-r19voe-3-129-69-151-42 in your application.