Senior Publicist, CBS News (Washington DC)

Paramount•Washington, DC

3d•$90,000 - $100,000•Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for an enthusiastic Sr. Publicist who has a deep affinity for news and a knowledge of the media ecosystem. The right person for this position is a team player with solid media contacts and a solid ability to manage deadline pressure. This is an onsite position at our Washington D.C. office.

Requirements

4+ years’ experience in media relations.
Bachelor’s degree in either English, Communications, Journalism, Publicity or related field.
A positive attitude is a must.
Ability to build deep relationships with press/media (traditional print press as well as online, podcasters, blog writers, social media, and emerging platforms).
Exemplary communication, writing skills, and proofreading skills.
Deep knowledge and insight of culture and social media/digital/online press.
Fluent in social media with the ability to track trends emerging in the digital space.
Must be a creative and problem-solving driven individual who can create a well-thought-out press plan to maximize publicity, pitching traditional and non-traditional media.
Proficient organizational, leadership, and client/talent relations/customer service skills with great attention to detail.
An ability to multitask in high-pressure situations.
Must demonstrate a high quality of work performed, both precisely and proficiently.
Ability to work successfully in an extremely dynamic, deadline-oriented work environment while maintaining a positive attitude.
A team player available to also support fellow publicists and their projects when necessary.

Responsibilities

Create and implement press strategies and develop timelines to maximize CBS News programming and talent profiles.
Pitch to secure feature stories and talent interviews across a variety of media platforms and outlets, including online, print, talk shows, podcasts, and industry panels, among others.
Liaise and align with producers, talent, and key internal departments, including Photo, Marketing, and leadership, to facilitate ongoing publicity support for the News division.
Plan, develop, and execute talent trips, press junkets, and on-set media visits in support of series.
Handle talent appearances at events.
Collaborate with units within the CBS Television Network for cross-promotional opportunities.
Write press releases, storylines, bios, and social media copy for News division programming and talent.
Work five days a week in the office, with the awareness that hours may fluctuate due to a 24/7 news cycle and may include mornings, evenings, and weekends.