Sr. Publicist (CBS News)

Paramount•New York, NY

5d•Onsite

About The Position

We’re looking for an energetic Sr. Publicist who has a passion 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 the ability to handle deadline tension.

Requirements

4+ years’ experience in media relations.
Bachelor’s degree in either English, Communications, Journalism, Publicity or related field.
Ability to work onsite five days per week, with flexibility for fluctuating hours—including mornings, evenings, and weekends—based on the demands of a 24/7 news cycle.

Nice To Haves

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).
Top-notch communication, writing skills, and proofreading skills.
Proficient knowledge and comprehension 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 resourceful initiator who can create a well-thought-out press plan to maximize publicity, pitching traditional and non-traditional media.
Solid organizational, management, 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 management, 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.