Targeted Theatrical PR Lead , Amazon MGM Studios Theatrical PR

Senior • On-site

$114,000 - $188,500/yr

Culver City, CA

DESCRIPTION

Amazon MGM Studios is seeking a dynamic and innovative executive who can create and execute strategic field and multicultural PR and promotional campaigns. Must be well versed in creating outreach and engagement campaigns that are inclusive and culturally relevant. Past work on social impact campaigns is a plus. Must have strong media relationships Will have previous experience working on a diverse slate of theatrical film campaigns and be familiar with the global film festival and convention landscape. Successful candidate will be able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment and work collaboratively with the media, social, creative and international teams.

This position is based in Culver City, CA.

Key job responsibilities
• Create and execute targeted campaign strategies for all theatrical film releases
• Establish best practices for management and execution of all key multicultural and field activations
• Manage daily oversight of all facets of regional film campaigns which includes planning publicity schedules, PA Tours, regional premieres, events, press days, and stunt activations
• Ideate, plan and execute experiential activations at film festivals and conventions in concert with digital and national PR, and marketing teams
• Create word-of-mouth, tastemaker and promotional screening programs and oversee targeted tastemaker outreach
• Oversee strategy, execution and agency engagement for targeted and multicultural campaigns
• Manage regional critics group outreach for theatrical and awards release campaigns
• Identify, research and recommend partnerships with appropriate influential media and cultural organizations in culture, entertainment, sports and music
• Work with global teams to set regional and global festival strategy and roll-out to ensure that all are aligned with marketing objectives
• Liaise with media team to generate added-value media promotions in market and across social platforms
• Participate in and prepare presentations for filmmaker and marketing meetings
• Liaise with distribution to map out cross-promotional opportunities with exhibitor marketing (including grassroots efforts, loyalty program screenings, in theater q&a’s)

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

- 7+ years of recent professional communications or public relations experience
- Bachelor's degree

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- 10+ years of theatrical publicity experience
- Experience at a major studio or entertainment company
- Experience managing multi-faceted PR campaigns in markets across the US
- Established relationships with diverse media outlets, talent agencies, publicists, regional festival and convention programmers
- Strong understanding of the evolving media landscape
- Experience working across theatrical and streaming windows
- Proven track record of frugal budget management and reporting
- Genuine love of all film genres and pop culture is a plus

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $114,000/year in our lowest geographic market up to $188,500/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.

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