PR Specialist

Job Description

Do you want to help tell the story of Netflix? Do you enjoy shaping communications strategy and messaging? Are you passionate about entertainment and thrive in a fast-paced environment? If so, we may have just the opportunity for the right person on the EMEA PR team.

The Role

We're looking for an ambitious and savvy self-starter with a strong background in media and / or entertainment with a passion for film and television to support the Pan-EMEA PR team. You will work alongside the Pan-EMEA PR Managers and country PR teams to devise and deliver pan-regional campaigns and communications strategies that support Netflix's growing strength and ambitions across EMEA in original series, films, kids and family entertainment, documentaries and more. We're looking for someone who can skillfully and thoughtfully craft narratives, turn complex concepts into concise pitches and work with media across broadcast, print, online and radio in both the trade and consumer space. They will have worked alongside and managed agencies on projects, and can manage a budget and give visibility into their process.

The ideal candidate is able to remain calm under pressure, make wise decisions and think strategically at all times. They will collaborate well with internal partners that range from content, publicity, marketing, social media to product and beyond. Strong candidates can handle a variety of projects in a fast-paced work environment and they are eager to learn.

Responsibilities:
• Supporting Pan-EMEA PR campaigns, activations and narratives;
• The ideal candidate will not be afraid to get their hands dirty. This could mean handling a range of tasks from writing a strategy, an announcement, booking travel, monitoring coverage, organising agendas and coordinating interviews;
• Supporting press needs with asset and publicity materials;
• Updating and maintaining various memos, lists, and documents;
• Tracking and updating information related to our titles in a timely way including news announcement calendars, timelines, press coverage and campaign presentations;
• Handling multiple campaigns at once;
• Managing a budget, and give visibility into their work;
• The candidate should be able to make wise decisions, even when faced with ambiguity and think strategically;
• Work with cross-functional teams such as Publicity, Content, Marketing and Awards.

Qualifications:
• 5+ years experience in entertainment with experience in a channel, production company or PR agency;
• An articulate communicator in speech and writing in English in a fast-paced environment;
• Have a good understanding of the EMEA media and entertainment landscape and the confidence to build relationships with journalists - proactively pitching business, tech and media stories across TV, radio and news outlets;
• Excellent relationship building skills;
• Ability to work proactively, independently and juggle multiple tasks at once;
• Have a good understanding of local cultures across the EMEA region.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-rnj88o-18-217-228-35-42 in your application.