About the Role
Requirements
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RHETT USRY
(he/him)
Vice President, Talent/Music
ID
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40 Wall Street, floor 51 | New York, NY 10005
212.774.6163 | rusry@id-pr.com
Seeking a highly motivated and detailed oriented Assistant in the Talent and Music Department, who can stay one step ahead of a senior publicist representing an eclectic client roster of actors, musicians and digital entertainers. Candidate must have excellent communication skills, maintain the highest level of confidentiality, have the ability to keep up with an extremely busy, fast-paced office, and remain composed in high-pressure environments with strong-willed personalities. Must be able to multi-task under breaking deadlines. This is a challenging position which has the potential to lead to a rewarding career as an entertainment publicist. Due to a high volume of applicants, no phone calls please. This position is virtual at this time, but based in New York or Los Angeles when in the office.
Specific responsibilities include:
Service clients with digital breaks
Answer phones promptly and professionally
Maintain digital press kits; maintain hard press kit files when appropriate
Process client requests in a timely manner
Provide support in managing and processing expense and mileage reports
Manage schedule/confirmations - meetings, meals, travel, etc.
Attend events, junket, shoots in support of client for experience and training - when approved
Handle hair/makeup/styling holds when appropriate
Create and maintain client schedules (in coordination with counterparts and team members)
Maintain client assets and in-office samples
Work with supervisors to maintain and update all media lists on a timely basis.
Coordinate mailings with team members in advance
Requirements:
BA in Mass Communications, Public Relations, Media/Journalism or related field
MUST HAVE at least 1 year full-time work or internship experience in PR
Strong writing, research and organizational skills
Self-starter, able to work independently as well as in teams
Strong ability to prioritize, solve problems and be resourceful
Able to handle fast-paced PR environment
Able to work well under pressure and take direction well
Strong attention to detail
Able to handle any/all confidential information, issues and matters in a sensitive manner
Professional appearance and demeanor with a positive attitude is a must
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