Coordinator, Public Relations

AMC Networks•New York, NY

1d•$50,000 - $55,000•Onsite

About The Position

AMC Networks is home to many of the greatest stories and characters in TV and film and the premier destination for passionate and engaged fan communities around the world. We create and curate celebrated series and films across distinct brands and make them available to audiences everywhere. Our portfolio includes targeted streaming services AMC+, Acorn TV, Shudder, Sundance Now, ALLBLK and HIDIVE; cable networks AMC, BBC AMERICA, Independent Film Company, Sundance TV and We TV; and film distribution labels Independent Film Company and RLJE Films. The company also operates AMC Studios, our in-house studio, production, and distribution operation behind acclaimed and fan-favorite originals including The Walking Dead Universe and the Anne Rice Immortal Universe, and AMC Networks International, our international programming business. We are currently seeking a Public Relations Coordinator to join our Public Relations team based in our New York, New York office.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree
1-2 years of relevant PR experience
Flexible, personable, self-starter
Excelling knowledge and proven experience of Microsoft applications, including PowerPoint, Excel, etc.
Strong oral and written communications skills with ability to interact with all levels of management
Ability to work well with others and collaborate across the organization to achieve goals.
Detail oriented with strong organizational skills, creative, and critical thinker
Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Ability to maintain highest degree of confidentiality and diplomacy
Must be flexible to work overtime on short notification
Demonstrated ability to prioritize, self-start, contribute under pressure and meet tight deadlines
Experience working with entertainment and media

Responsibilities

Assist the PR team in organizing and executing consumer PR campaigns and overall launch strategies
Draft and gather written press materials
Help organize and assist with press events, media tours, screenings, etc.; staff as needed
Assist with talent and producer outreach, coordination, interviews, etc.
Deliver all assets necessary for press appearances (key art, episodic clips, unit photos, etc.)
Develop relationships with consumer, electronic and digital media
Manage daily press clippings and build and share press coverage reports
Assist in the selection of clips, stills, and additional publicity materials for media placement
Manage screeners.com activity for all series
Work with assistant to maintain and update media lists; conduct research and build media lists to support national and regional PR planning and strategy
Coordinate talent travel logistics for events throughout the year, including tracking budget
Undertake general administrative and clerical duties in PR Group, including tracking and processing invoices
Other duties as assigned by the Network PR executives, as needed