Apprentice Publicist

Job Description

Responsibilities

We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

Here you can be your authentic self. As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast NBCUniversal stands for including everyone. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives, coupled with our Corporate Social Responsibility work, is informed by our employees, audiences, park guests and the communities in which we live. We strive to foster a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. Together, we'll continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world.

Job Description

In concert with SVP, VP/Director and Sr. Publicist, the Apprentice Publicist will secure and deliver talent for marketing and publicity initiatives including trailer launch events, special shoots, press junkets, appearances, PA tours, film festivals, conventions, stunts and premieres.

Responsibilities:
• Handle below-the-line talent and serve as back-up on additional filmmakers and cast members working with team members on all direct communication as needed.
• Work with the team on the collation of global talent requests, including: Set Visit Requests, Trailer Launch Interview Requests, Content Day and Junket Nominations
• Oversee International tour and festival logistics for LATAM and APAC regions
• Maintain calendar, contacts, status reports
• Handle talent and their teams on-site (premieres, appearances, content days, junkets, screening Q&As, award shows, podcasts, radio, photoshoots), including guidance and key messaging
• Negotiate glam rates with assistant
• Book + coordinate travel with assistant
• Assist with US Broadcast, Print and Online Breaks coverage and alert EVP/SVP/VP if there are ''need to know'' breaks before assistant sends to filmmakers
• Assist in screening coverage
• Assist VP and Senior Publicist with US Publicity Report, review doc and quote's doc
• Manage COVID requirements for the team's events alongside the assistant (liaising with HR and BCCM, talent/filmmaker testing)

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:
• At least 2 years of experience in the entertainment industry, ideally in marketing or publicity
• Working knowledge of Microsoft-based software: Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Eligibility Requirements:
• Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV online to be considered
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
• Must be willing to join the Local 600 Union
• Must be willing to work nights and weekends

Desired Characteristics:
• Prior publicity experience at a film studio is preferred
• Knowledge of entertainment publicity and press is helpful
• A bachelor's degree in marketing, journalism or related field is preferred
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent computer skills
• The ability to work calmly, quickly, and with good humor, under pressure

Additional Requirements:

Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.

Salary Range: $86,466.00 - $86,466.00 as determined by the Local 600 Union.

Additional Information

NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, where applicable.

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