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Publicist

Disney Entertainment

New York, NY

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$73,600–$101,200 Per Year
SKILLS
ABC Programming Language, Broadcast Journalism, Campaigns, Computer Music and Audio, Corporate Communications, Detail Oriented, Entertainment and Media, Establish Priorities, Event Management, Journalism, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Multiplatform/Cross-Platform, Multitasking, News Agency, News Reporting, Organizational Skills, Podcasting, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Press Releases, Problem Solving Skills, Project/Program Coordination, Public/Media/Press/Analyst Relations, Radio News, Strategic Planning, Streaming Technology, Television Broadcasting, Writing Skills
LOCATION
New York, NY
POSTED
6 days ago
ABC News is America’s No. 1 news source, providing straightforward, fact-driven journalism across broadcast, streaming, digital and audio. ABC’s award-winning programs include “Good Morning America,” “World News Tonight with David Muir,” “Nightline,” “20/20,” “This Week with George Stephanopoulos,” “GMA3: What You Need to Know,” and “The View”. Other platforms include ABC News Live, the network’s 24/7 streaming channel; ABC News Studios, a premium, narrative nonfiction original production house; ABC News Digital, comprised of a diverse audience of more than 53 million monthly average users; ABC Audio, the premier source for radio news and industry-leading podcasts; FiveThirtyEight, renowned data journalism organization; and NewsOne, the affiliate news service.


ABC News is seeking a Publicist for our Longform team covering ABC News Studios, and supporting “20/20,” “Nightline,” “IMPACT x Nightline” and “The View.” As the Publicist on our team, you will play a vital role in supporting the publicity efforts for ABC News programming and talent. You will work closely with the publicity team to execute strategic campaigns that enhance the visibility and reputation of ABC News across various media platforms.


Responsibilities:


+ Press Materials - Craft press releases including announcements, listings and ratings

+ Strategy Support - Works with the team to develop strategies, create press resources including DET press site pages and screeners, coordinate appearances, and messaging to support and promote

+ Promotional Opportunities - Target opportunities for promotion and relationship building and growth

+ Relationship Building - Help to build relationships with talent, producers, journalists/outlets and content creators for promotion to pitch stories and secure coverage

+ Press Outreach - Pitch targeted opportunities

+ Events/Junkets - Help in organizing promotional events, junkets including outreach to talent, press and coordinating all logistical details

+ Coverage - Monitoring media coverage and crafting coverage recaps to share with execs and partners and to help flag issues and concerns

+ Planning - Actively seek new opportunities for promotion and help to develop those relationships by researching opportunities, making recommendations and setting meetings


Required Qualifications:


+ At least three years’ experience in public relations, corporate communications, or related field.

+ Ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment, high-pressure news environment.

+ Desire and dedication to tackle increasingly greater levels of responsibility.

+ The ability to prioritize as well as multitask is extremely important.

+ Professionalism and integrity a must.

+ Must have excellent written and verbal communications skills.

+ Willingness to work overtime with short notice.

+ Must work well under pressure.

+ Demonstrated organizational skills.

+ Superior attention to detail.

+ Ability to successfully coordinate multiple projects simultaneously.

+ Proficiency with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook

+ Must be highly organized, detailed oriented, personable and a problem-solver.

+ Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university; or equivalent work experience.


Preferred Qualifications:


+ Existing knowledge of the television business and industry experience.


The hiring range for this position in New York, NY is $73,600.00 to $101,200.00 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

Job ID: 10154629

Location: New York,New York

Job Posting Company: Disney Entertainment Television
The Walt Disney Company is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Disney fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.

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