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IndieWire is seeking an agile Manager, Marketing who will promote sales, live media, and editorial content.
The ideal candidate is a proactive learner with: (1) a grasp of basic storytelling principles and marketing strategies as well as (2) sense of the publishing, film and television landscapes. This role will report to the Director, Marketing.
Primary Responsibilities
- Drive traffic to (and deepen engagement with) IndieWire’s evergreen, awards, and daily coverage
- Help develop, execute and analyze editorial promotion plans that run across social, email, site, events, and more, connecting brand narrative on all touchpoints
- Liaise with partners at guilds, festivals, and film & TV membership organizations to develop audiences and activate for clients
- Draft marketing copy and curate images for social, email and more
- Grow IndieWire’s industry and consumer audiences; maintain invitation list health for live and virtual events
- Produce content for email, social, and more
- Draft pitch decks, recap decks, and more for clients
- Run brand tests, finding ways to hone and elevate the IndieWire brand
- Distribute surveys to readers and live media attendees
- Parse audience data for answers to stakeholder questions
- Additional duties as assigned by the direct manager
Requirements
- 3-4 years of experience in marketing, ideally in entertainment or publishing
- Experience with Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere, InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop)
- Willing to occasionally work outside normal office hours for live events (awards shows, film festivals, etc.) or breaking news
- Strong ability to discern content reception
- Understanding of project scope (how small details contribute to overall goals)
- Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills
- Understanding of the IndieWire brand
Typical wage range: $65k – $70k
Factors that could be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, years of experience and comparison to current employees already in this role. The typical candidate is hired below midpoint of the range. The total compensation package for this position will also include other elements, a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits including 401(k) eligibility and paid time off benefits. PMC is committed to the health and wellness of our employees. As part of our company-wide rollout of PMC’s paid healthcare plan, for this role the company pays 100% of the monthly health, dental and vision plan premiums for the employee and their family. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.
If you have more or less experience than specified on this job posting, please apply and list your salary expectations.
If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors).
It’s all About You…
At PMC, your wellness is top of mind. We offer a comprehensive benefits package to nurture you and your loved ones, including pets! Our package includes Healthcare (medical, dental, and vision) HSA with an employer contribution, FSA (Healthcare, Dependent Care & Commuter), EAP, Life Insurance, 401K with an employer match, Paid Parental Leave, Long-term Disability, generous Paid Time off (PTO), Pet Insurance, and Home & Auto insurance. Our Wellness initiatives rotate yoga, meditation, wellness weeks on a variety of topics, and financial wellness. We continuously elevate our offerings with more, for you.
About IndieWire:
For over 25 years, IndieWire has been covering the business and art of entertainment. With the respect of film and TV creators, executives, and passionate fans alike, IndieWire is known for being ahead of the curve with a unique editorial voice that combines in-depth industry reporting and analysis, breaking news, and its best-in-class Oscars, Emmys, and crafts coverage. IndieWire began in July 1996 as an online chat room and evolved to become one of the earliest online entertainment news outlets. As IndieWire grew, its coverage expanded beyond film festivals and the independent film industry to include all aspects of Hollywood and the expanding universes of TV and streaming and has continued to do so since being acquired by Penske Media Corp. in 2016.
About Penske Media Corporation
Penske Media Corporation (PMC) is a leading global media and information services company whose award-winning content attracts a passionate audience. Since 2004, PMC has been a pioneer in digital media and a platform innovator, reaching viewers on all screens across its ever-growing constellation of iconic brands, which includes Variety, Rolling Stone, The Hollywood Reporter, Billboard, Dick Clark Productions, WWD, SHE Media, Robb Report, Deadline, Sportico, BGR, ARTnews, Fairchild Media, Vibe, IndieWire, Dirt, Artforum, Gold Derby, Spy.com and Luminate, the premier data and analytics company. PMC’s journalists and content creators deliver daily the most comprehensive news and information in their industries and areas of coverage, unequaled in ambition, depth, and courage. In addition, PMC owns several vital cultural events such as SXSW, LA3C, Life is Beautiful, Latin Music Week and ATX Television Festival. Headquartered in New York and Los Angeles with additional offices in 14 countries worldwide, PMC believes companies should not only be profitable but also forces for good www.pmc.com.
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Variety Magazine is seeking a Video Producer/Editor to work across various series and live events. This multifaceted video staffer will be creating and executing videos on tight turnarounds, shooting content in field in the US and abroad, as needed, and coordinating with team leads to facilitate shoots across different departments within the magazine.
This Producer/Editor should be comfortable working in an extremely fast-paced environment and be passionate about entertainment news. A comprehensive understanding of video content & social media strategies, and shooting original video, virtually or in our studios & on-site, will be needed for the day-to-day. In this role the Video Producer/Editor will help grow our video footprint in the digital space by quickly editing videos, creating and/or manipulating custom graphics, and packaging content into short form pieces. Fluency in social/video platforms such as YouTube, Twitter, TikTok, and Facebook are essential.
The ideal candidate must have entertainment news experience with a track record of shooting and editing original, high production value video. We aim to create content that engages our audience across our variety of brands and a multitude of platforms. This role reports to the Executive Producer of Editorial and is based in Los Angeles.
Responsibilities:
- Shoot and edit video for the web – .com, YouTube, Facebook, TikTok, etc.
- Work with our video team and various brand leaders to fill the growing demand for video content surrounding events, award ceremonies, and more
- Write, shoot and edit high quality video that suits the needs of the brand
- Manage on-location shoots, sets, and crews in the US or abroad
- Manage multiple productions and ensure on-time delivery
- Record and edit weekly podcasts (video and audio).
Requirements:
- 5+ years of experience working on a video team for online media
- Experience with news content for video
- Experience creating and managing the production of premium digital video
- Background in and strong understanding of entertainment, news, fashion or similarly related digital consumer media
- Traveling to location within the US or abroad and coordinating shoots
- Thorough and current understanding of video distribution in a fast-paced environment
- Fluency in core video social platforms; proficiency with YouTube’s CMS, best practices a plus
- Ability to work efficiently across multiple events, platforms, and stakeholders
- A track record of coming up with solutions for logistical challenges
- Fluency with the Adobe Video Suite, Premiere is a must, Photoshop/Illustrator are a plus, After Effects is a big plus
- Familiarity with Canon, Sony, Black Magic digital cinema, DSLR and mirrorless cameras
Typical wage range: $70k – $80k
Factors that could be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, years of experience and comparison to current employees already in this role. The typical candidate is hired below midpoint of the range. The total compensation package for this position will also include other elements, a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits including 401(k) eligibility and paid time off benefits. PMC is committed to the health and wellness of our employees. As part of our company-wide rollout of PMC’s paid healthcare plan, for this role the company pays 100% of the monthly health, dental and vision plan premiums for the employee and their family. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.
If you have more or less experience than specified on this job posting, please apply and list your salary expectations.
If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors).
It’s all About You…
At PMC, your wellness is top of mind. We offer a comprehensive benefits package to nurture you and your loved ones, including pets! Our package includes Healthcare (medical, dental, and vision) HSA with an employer contribution, FSA (Healthcare, Dependent Care & Commuter), EAP, Life Insurance, 401K with an employer match, Paid Parental Leave, Long-term Disability, generous Paid Time off (PTO), Pet Insurance, and Home & Auto insurance. Our Wellness initiatives rotate yoga, meditation, wellness weeks on a variety of topics, and financial wellness. We continuously elevate our offerings with more, for you.
ABOUT VARIETY
Variety is the seminal voice in the entertainment industry. After 117 years of award-winning breaking news reporting, insightful award-season coverage, must-read feature spotlights, and intelligent analysis of the industry’s most prominent players, Variety is the most trusted source for the business of global entertainment. Read by a highly engaged audience of industry insiders, aspirants and passionate entertainment enthusiasts, Variety’s multi-platform content coverage expands across digital, mobile, social, print, podcasts, branded content, events, and summits.
In May 2019, Variety’s “Actors on Actors” on PBS took home a Daytime Creative Arts Emmy award and has been awarded the Emmy for best entertainment programming at the 67th and 68th Emmy Awards. “Actors on Actors,” an interview special that features pairings of prominent actors discussing their craft, was produced by PBS SoCal in partnership with Variety Media, LLC. Follow Variety on Facebook facebook.com/variety; Twitter, @variety; Instagram, @Variety The Variety Group – Variety, Variety.com, Variety Insight, Indiewire,– is owned by Variety Media, LLC, a division of Penske Media Corporation.
About Penske Media Corporation:
Penske Media Corporation (PMC) is a leading global media and information services company whose award-winning content attracts a passionate audience. Since 2004, PMC has been a pioneer in digital media and a platform innovator, reaching viewers on all screens across its ever-growing constellation of iconic brands, which includes Variety, Rolling Stone, The Hollywood Reporter, Billboard, Dick Clark Productions, WWD, SHE Media, Robb Report, Deadline, Sportico, BGR, ARTnews, Fairchild Media, Vibe, IndieWire, Dirt, Artforum, Gold Derby, Spy.com and Luminate, the premier data and analytics company. PMC’s journalists and content creators deliver daily the most comprehensive news and information in their industries and areas of coverage, unequaled in ambition, depth, and courage. In addition, PMC owns several vital cultural events such as SXSW, LA3C, Life is Beautiful, Latin Music Week and ATX Television Festival. Headquartered in New York and Los Angeles with additional offices in 14 countries worldwide, PMC believes companies should not only be profitable but also forces for good https://pmc.com/.
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A celebration of all things television, ATX TV is hiring a Social Media & Design Manager. Reporting to the Director of Programming, the Social Media & Design Manager will help to create a cohesive ATX TV brand presence across social media platforms as well as provide newsletter strategy and implementation. This person will also oversee and implement design elements for year-round and festival needs (marketing decks, wrap-up reports, official festival signage and printed materials, digital graphics for promotion and engagement).
Responsibilities will include:
- Manage ATX TV’s social media accounts and drive growth strategies to increase followers, engagements and conversions
- Collaborate with Director of Programming and the ATX TV staff to contribute ongoing social media ideas and strategy to the content and promotions calendar
- Assist in developing brand voice and write ongoing social posts for ATX TV’s platforms including Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and YouTube
- Source materials for posts and submit requests for branded graphics ensuring rigorous adherence to detail and brand standards
- Route materials for approvals, implement feedback and adhere to deadlines
- Reply to all inquiries posted or sent on social media, ensuring a high standard of customer service and timely, accurate responses
- Develop and manage newsletter strategy, including but not limited to drafting copy, designing assets, scheduling campaigns, etc.
- Measure and report performance of all digital marketing campaigns and continuously optimize
- Collaborate with community partners, influencers and digital partners on social media promotions
- Design Requirements:
- Create easily adaptable design templates for social media campaigns, content releases, and event promotion using brand guidelines and assets provided by marketing team, and oversee implementation
- Design and/or create digital assets for social media campaigns using brand assets, archival content, original content, and/or partner-provided assets, in accordance with brand standards
- Collaborate with Operations team to design and update official event signage and print materials
- Oversee and update designs for marketing decks, festival wrap up reports, and recap materials as needed
- Other duties as assigned
Festival Specific Responsibilities:
- Foster a lively and engaging social media presence on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok throughout the event.
- Engage with ATX TV’s online festival community, partners, and talent across platforms.
- Manage and collaborate with the Volunteer Team to capture, create and share quick-turnaround content throughout all four days.
- Develop a schedule/strategy for capturing content on-site with talent and attendees throughout the event.
- Support the marketing team with daily copywriting and copy editing responsibilities.
- Track metrics and campaigns throughout the event and produce a post-festival report on overall performance and engagement.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Must have a genuine interest in TV and general knowledge of the current TV landscape.
- 2+ years of experience managing social media professionally for a brand; past event experience strongly preferred
- Demonstrable results from past consumer facing social campaigns; experienced building a following
- Highly creative with experience identifying target audiences and devising digital campaigns that engage, inform and convert
- Proven ability and success managing and executing content strategies
- Reliable and able to execute tasks with minimal oversight.
- Strong written communications skills, attention to detail and ability to distill key messages in order to inform and persuade
- A strong visual sensibility and experience following brand guidelines
- Expertise across social platforms and experience using a social media management and intelligence tool
- Up-to-date with the latest trends and best practices in social media
- Experience coordinating paid social posts a plus
- Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite (specifically Photoshop and Illustrator). Proficiency with Adobe Premiere a plus.
- Must be comfortable approaching and interacting with general attendees, panelists, volunteers, etc in a fast-paced/high-energy environment.
ATX TV, as part of the Penske Media Corp. (PMC) family of brands, is committed to the health and wellness of our employees, the company pays 100% of the monthly health, dental and vision plan premiums for the employee and their family.
About ATX TV:
ATX TV is a celebration of all things television. What started out as a weekend festival, is now a community of fans and industry that interacts 365 days a year! From our ATX TV Membership Program, The TV Campfire podcast, our official YouTube Channel, social media, and both virtual & in person events, including the annual ATX TV Festival, we produce events and create content that encourage attendees to discover the new and explore the past.
Learn more about ATX TV here and ATX TV Festival here.
About Penske Media Corporation:
PMC is a leading global media and information services company whose award-winning content attracts a passionate audience. Since 2004, Penske Media has been a pioneer in digital media and a platform innovator, reaching viewers on all screens across its ever-growing constellation of iconic brands, which includes Variety, Rolling Stone, ATX TV, The Hollywood Reporter, Billboard, WWD, SHE Media, Robb Report, Deadline, Sportico, BGR, ARTnews, Fairchild Media, Vibe, IndieWire, Dirt, Gold Derby and Spy.com, among many others. PMC’s journalists and content creators deliver daily the most comprehensive news and information in their industries and areas of coverage, unequaled in ambition, depth, and courage. In addition, PMC owns several vital cultural events such as SXSW, LA3C, and Life is Beautiful. Headquartered in New York and Los Angeles with additional offices in 14 countries worldwide, PMC believes companies should not only be profitable but also forces for good. To learn more about PMC, our 2% Foundation, and our portfolio of brands, please visit www.PMC.com.
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