Publicist, TODAY

NBC • New York, NY

120d • $65,000 - $85,000

About The Position

We are looking for a highly-organized Publicist to join the TODAY Public Relations team. This person will be responsible for press and publicity efforts for the TODAY brand and its 360 platforms, which are: TODAY 7-9am, The 3rd Hour of TODAY, TODAY with Jenna & Friends, Saturday TODAY, Sunday TODAY with Willie Geist, TODAY Digital & Social, TODAY Podcasts, TODAY Events, Start TODAY, TODAY Food, Shop TODAY, TODAY Radio, Read with Jenna, Making Space with Hoda Kotb. The TODAY Public Relations team is also responsible for the 11 TODAY anchors and hosts and its many broadcast correspondents and contributors.

Requirements

• At least 2+ years of relevant media relations and communications experience, political or media experience strongly preferred
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• Excellent news judgement and strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Willing to travel, work weekends, and extend hours beyond the standard schedule as needed to support business demands
• Exemplary organization and time management skills
• A team player with the ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
• Must have strong interest in news, politics and media
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment and meet crucial deadlines

Nice To Haves

• Experience with talent/executive relations
• Robust understanding of -- and enthusiasm for -- the television news and media industry
• Ability to exercise a high level of discretion in handling talent, confidential and sensitive information

Responsibilities

• Provide support to TODAY PR by assisting in the daily management of press and publicity efforts
• Pitch daily TODAY show content including interviews, stories and photos
• Help create detailed press plans for series initiatives and programming events
• Organize and secure press for all TODAY Plaza concerts and serve as day-of press contact
• Manage and coordinate various team projects throughout the year
• Manage incoming requests for photos, video, bios and other assets for publicity purposes
• Manage and maintain all press materials including photos, bios, videos and press clippings
• Create and manage multiple detailed press distribution lists
• Maintain detailed communications plans, media lists and schedules
• Write and manage clip reports and press roundups
• Write and draft press materials including bios, program notes and press releases
• Write and distribute weekly show press listings
• Support NBC News/TODAY show PR team including administrative work
• Daily morning responsibilities include monitoring TODAY show, social assets and competition
• Provide PR support during breaking news situations for NBC News Specials and other NBC news brands

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Variety of other discounts and perks

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Broadcasting and Content Providers
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree