STRATEGIC Communication Careers, Internships and Insights

• Writes, drafts and services press releases, items, photos, photo captions on all Telepictures programming.
• Interfaces with unit publicists on each series to facilitate reports, action items as needed.
• Serves as back-up publicist on some series when unit publicist is out or on vacation.
• Pitches and coordinates photos shoots, interviews and broadcast interviews for some New York-based talent
• Drafts and services Telepictures corporate press releases, executive biographies and baby and marriage announcements; service to the trades
• Maintains publicity clips and generates daily electronic publicity reports for Telepictures and Warner Bros. executives.
• Assists unit publicists when on various remotes.
• Researches and distributes daily press clippings to Senior Vice President, Publicity and unit publicists.
• Maintains ongoing list of broadcast appearances for various talent.
• Maintains various media lists for the department.
• Troubleshoots various issues that arise, when necessary.
• Handles general office duties for the Senior Vice President.
• Performs basic administrative tasks (phones, faxes, set up of conference calls), coordinates travel for SVP and talent as necessary, maintains expenses and submits expense reports.
• May provide back-up assistance to other Telepictures executives on an as needed basis.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or equivalent required. College degree preferred.
• Typing: approximately 50 wpm.
• Knowledge of Macintosh, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook required.
• Knowledge of file set-up, maintenance and filing procedures.
• Knowledge of spelling, grammar, punctuation, and English usage.
• Knowledge of report, letter, etc. format.
• Previous entertainment experience preferred.
• Must have the ability to communicate effectively and tactfully with persons on all levels.
• Must have strong interpersonal skills.
• Must have the ability to pay close attention to detail.
• Must have the ability to organize and schedule work effectively.
• Must have the ability to work well under time constraints.
• Must be able to handle multiple tasks.
• Must be able to handle confidential information.
• Must be able to work overtime when needed.