Publicity Coordinator (Project Based)

Paramount•New York, NY

4d•Onsite

About The Position

CBS Media Ventures is seeking a Full-Time Publicity Assistant to support the PR team for our New York-based syndicated talk and magazine shows. Paramount is on a mission to entertain the planet and is looking for passionate people to join their team. Becoming a part of Paramount means joining a team of passionate people who not only recognize the power of content but also enjoy a touch of fun and uniqueness. Together, they co-create moments that matter – both for their audiences and their employees – and aim to leave a positive mark on culture.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, journalism, or a related field.
1-2 years of work experience or strong internships in publicity, news, or entertainment.
Strong writing and organizational skills are a must.
Must be able to multitask and work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Must have a passion and firm understanding of the media, with the ability to research and develop new publicity opportunities.
Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Word, Excel, Google Docs, and PowerPoint.

Nice To Haves

An understanding of and curiosity about entertainment news, pop culture, lifestyle programming, and how the news cycle moves is a plus.

Responsibilities

Assist in the development of written materials, including press releases, program listings, interview confirmations, tune-in alerts, etc.
Compile and circulate press clips to the internal team, and maintain press archives.
Coordinate promotional video clips for press requests, publicity appearances, and pitches.
Assemble research, talking points, and information for publicity interviews and appearances.