Manager, Publicity — Focus Features

About the role

Focus Features is seeking a creative publicist with experience executing all facets of theatrical publicity campaigns. Must have strong editorial relationships and direct experience pitching and securing coverage for talent, filmmakers, and events.

What you'll do

• Execute publicity campaigns for theatrical releases: pitch and secure editorial bookings, preview issues, and exclusive asset placement
• Work with project agencies hired to help execute campaign strategy
• Manage press for special events, screenings, and premieres including red carpet coverage
• Coordinate press days and junkets: talent schedules, securing press, scheduling interviews
• Manage publicity office budgets in collaboration with the finance team
• Support awards campaign strategy throughout a project's life cycle
• Collaborate with international, awards, and digital publicity teams

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years' experience in film publicity including pitching and securing editorial
• Prior experience on awards campaigns and working with agencies and talent representatives
• Strong relationships with journalists, talent representatives, and guilds
• Prior experience organizing and executing events and premieres
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to work extended hours and travel as required
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent (media, journalism, or communications preferred)

Schedule & work mode

Hybrid — minimum four days per week in office.

Pay & benefits

$80,000–$105,000/year (bonus eligible). Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and perks.