Manager, Communication and Publicity - Latin

Job Description

Manager, Communication and Publicity – US Latin

As the Manager, Communications you will play a critical role to the Sony Music US Latin internal communications strategy and execution and serve as Publicity agent to our 100+ Rooster of Music Artists. This role will report to the Senior Director, Communications for Sony Music Latin.

What you will do:

Internal Corporate Communication
• Establish an internal communications strategy in conjunction with managers.
• Ensure organizational initiatives and projects are successfully communicated internally.
• Plan, edit and write content for a variety of internal communications mediums. You may also be required to work on the layout of content.
• Draft messages or scripts from senior executives for presentation to employees in written or spoken form.
• Ensure internal communications messages are consistent across all mediums and for different departments of the organization.
• Ensure internal communication messages are consistent with external communication messages.
• Respond to feedback and adjust communications content accordingly.
• Support Head of Communications with the internal communication response to crisis situations which affect organizational perception and reputation.

Artist Publicity
• Expand and maintain a network of music industry contacts, including journalists and editors of music magazines, newspaper music and arts sections, and music websites.
• Decide where to concentrate publicity efforts for an album launch, and/or other music venture.
• Preparing and circulating press releases, artist biographies and promo (promotional) materials.
• Following up initial publicity activities by phone, email or in face-to-face meetings.
• Arranging publicity events, such as media interviews and personal appearances.
• Escorting artists to publicity events.
• In partnership with Project Managers, coordinate logistics of appearances, interviews, showcases, and album release parties and events.
• Coordinate artist activities and press schedules with Project Managers.
• Coordinate and cover press events and appearances as requested (i.e. photo shoots, release parties, television appearances, showcases, award shows, red carpets, etc.)
• Follow up with reports of media implemented after completion of promotions with artists (press clippings.)

Who you are:
• Bachelor's Degree in communications, public relations, journalism or related field.
• You are fluent in Spanish and English (read, write, speak)
• Corporate communications, public relations work experience (minimum 3 years)
• Music Industry, publicity experience preferred. (minimum 2 years)
• Strong writing, editing and interpersonal skills; Spanish and English. (able to provide examples of work.)
• Write and distribute press releases in both Spanish and English. (minimum 3 years)
• A passion for helping people and a curiosity about different cultures.
• Meet deadlines and perform well under pressure in an ever-changing environment.
• Articulate, strong communicators, both in written and verbal.
• Knowledgeable about music, trends and the wider listening tastes of audiences.
• Strong Media Contact
• Positive attitude and work ethic.
• Confident, persuasive and excellent negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, PR Newswire and Muck Rack among others.
• Self-motivated, excellent organizational skills, proven ability to perform multiple tasks, and ability to work with both internal and external constituencies.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a willingness to work in a team environment.

What we give you:
• You join an inclusive, collaborative and global community where you have opportunity to fuel the creative journey
• A modern, diverse and innovative work environment, with offices that include collaboration areas, cafeterias, event spaces, and more
• An attractive and comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life & disability coverage, and 401K + employer matching
• Voluntary benefits like company-paid identity theft protection and resources for pets, mental health and meditation resources, industry-leading fertility coverage, fully-paid leave for childbirth or bonding, fully paid leave for caregivers, programs for loved ones with developmental disabilities and neurodiversity, subsidized back-up and elder care, and reimbursement for adoption, surrogacy, tuition and student loans
• We invest in your professional growth and development
• Winter recess (Christmas through New Year's)

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-dykjmk-18-220-106-241-42 in your application.