Manager, Public Relations

Job Responsibilities

• Contribute to planning and development of campaign strategies
• Manage and coordinate communication with series cast and cast reps on campaign beats, key dates, interview requests, etc.
• Oversee delivery of all assets for press appearances
• Draft and gather written press materials, including releases, tune-in alerts, show descriptions, bios
• Develop and foster relationships with media, pitch assigned media and follow up to secure coverage
• Cook up publicity appearances and interviews with talent and producers
• Absorb and staff as needed for publicity appearances and interviews
• Organize asset calendars and coordinate asset rollout with other key departments
• Select and pull series clips for media placement

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in PR or Communications
• 5+ years working in communications or public relations, ideally in the television/entertainment space
• Extensive television/film background and knowledge of the entertainment industry
• Strong understanding of traditional media and knowledge of key members of the press
• Ability to interface effectively with senior executives and staff at all levels
• General understanding of entertainment industry and celebrities, influencers, etc.
• Strategic thinking with creative problem-solving skills
• Strong managerial skills; ability to delegate and motivate non-direct reports
• Collaborative leadership style across departments and functions
• Strong understanding, knowledge of and experience with non-traditional, direct-to-consumer outreach
• Ability to work under pressure and manage deadlines
• Self-starter, who is highly organized and a clear communicator with a strong competitive drive

Pay

The base compensation range for this position is $80,000 to $100,000 commensurate with experience.

Schedule

AMC Networks additionally offers a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Coverage, 401k Plan, Wellness Program, Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Time Off, Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Services, among other benefit plan options, subject to eligibility requirements.

Benefits

The Company is committed to policy of nondiscrimination in its employment and personnel practices. Applicants are considered for all employment without regard to race, color, alienage, citizenship, religion, religious creed, religious denomination, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, genetic predisposition or carrier status, age, marital status, familial status, military or veteran status, status as a victim of domestic violence, stalking or sexual assault, sexual orientation, disability or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.