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Full Time Job

Publicist, Communications

Peacock

Universal City, CA 09-09-2021
 
  • Paid
  • Full Time
  • Mid (2-5 years) Experience
Job Description

Responsibilities
Welcome to Peacock, the dynamic new streaming service from NBCUniversal. Here you'll find more than a job. You'll find a fast-paced, high-flying team for unique birds that want to be at the epicenter of technology, sports, news, tv, movies and more. Our flock works hard to connect people to what they love, each other and the world around them by creating shared experiences through culture-defining entertainment.

As a company, we embrace the power of difference. Our team is committed to creating an organization that champions diversity and inclusivity for all by curating content and a workforce that represents the world around us. We continue to challenge ourselves and the industry by being customer-centric, data-driven creatures of innovation. At Peacock, we are determined to forge the next frontier of streaming through creativity, teamwork, and talent.

Here you can fly to new heights!Publicist, Peacock The Publicist will create and execute full media campaigns for Peacock original movies and shows. The ideal candidate will work with the West Coast publicity team to develop a comprehensive plan and work aggressively to secure appropriate radio, print, online, social media and broadcast opportunities to generate maximum, positive publicity for Peacock programming and awards campaigns. The successful candidate will also be responsible for drafting plans, releases, loglines, talking points, Q&A, bios and more. Additional responsibilities will include pitching and planting stories, managing and staffing interviews and events, and compiling & presenting comprehensive campaign coverage and analysis. Essential Responsibilities:
• Act as media strategist, campaign planner and spokesperson for assigned shows.
• Develop positive relationships with the actors, producers, publicists, agents, managers, production staff, media and executives.
• Manage campaigns for Peacock original shows and movies.
• Create and manage awards campaigns for all assigned series.
• Foster strong contacts with print, online and electronic media.
• Pitch ideas and create promotional opportunities for talent and series.
• Promote, create and implement special promotional activities including publicity parties, press conferences and screenings.
• Possess a strong understanding of and experience with social media.
• Cross over multi-promotional platforms and create synergistic opportunities through marketing and publicity.
• Coordinate print interviews, on-set visits, photo shoots and EPKs.
• Generate all press materials, including announcement releases, bios, captions, talking points, story synopses, pitch letters and correspondence.
• Work closely with program executives, producers, business affairs and legal to garner approval of written materials and campaign initiatives.
• Coordinate closely with Universal Television executive team to present the studio and its programming in the most favorable light.

Qualifications/Requirements
• 3-5 years' experience in media, entertainment and/or distribution
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communications skills required
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States

Desired Characteristics
• Must be willing to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a professional attitude
• Must be able to collaborate with cross-functional teams
• A proactive multi-tasker, with the ability to prioritize and meet numerous deadlines
• Attention to detail and ability to prioritize effectively
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-r7e07k-3-15-151-214-42 in your application.