Sr. Publicist (CBS News)

ParamountNew York, NY
5dOnsite

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.

Benefits

  • medical
  • dental
  • vision
  • 401(k) plan
  • life insurance coverage
  • disability benefits
  • tuition assistance program
  • PTO
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