Publicist

Qualifications:

• Minimum 3 years of experience doing entertainment publicity. Agency or studio experience is a plus.
• Knowledge and understanding of Hispanic media, trends & audiences
• Great press contacts with the proven ability to pitch and deliver publicity breaks.
• Outstanding verbal and writing skills
• Ability to meet deadlines and stay cool under pressure
• Ability to multi-task while keeping an eye on achieving big picture goals
• Detail-oriented with an eye towards perfection
• Creative, outside the box thinker and problem solver

 Responsibilities:

• Strategize and brainstorm new and innovative publicity campaign ideas
• Pitch and secure interviews and feature stories with Hispanic entertainment outlets (broadcast, print, radio and online)

• Create press releases and service for coverage
• Pitch stories and garner media coverage (includes planning, research and brainstorming angles for coverage)
• Service press material for coverage (EPK, press releases, etc.)
• Assist coordination of junkets including inviting, confirming press attendance and coverage
• Capture and report publicity breaks to clients on a regular basis
• Continually develop and maintain strong media/press contacts
• Work with promotions team to obtain TV, print and online promotions