Company Description
Each day Universal Studios Hollywood creates unforgettable experiences for our guests from around the world. We bring to life the ultimate Hollywood experience with our real working movie studio and heart-pounding rides, shows and attractions that put you inside some of the world’s most popular movies and TV shows. USH offers something for everyone from thrill seekers to movie lovers to family fun for all ages. Our Team Members are passionate individuals who create memorable moments whether it’s on the studio lot, or in our conference rooms, theaters, or kitchens. We believe in the talent of our team members. It’s our passion and commitment to excellence that drives our business to succeed in everything we do across the park. We believe in a culture of family and fun, here you can make a difference and build your career!
NBCUniversal owns and operates over 20 different businesses across 30 countries including a valuable portfolio of news and entertainment television networks, a premier motion picture company, significant television production operations, a leading television stations group, world-renowned theme parks and a premium ad-supported streaming service.
Here you can be your authentic self. As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast NBCUniversal stands for including everyone. We strive to foster a diverse and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. We believe that our workforce should represent the communities we live in, so that together, we can continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world.
Job Description
The Manager, Publicity and PR is responsible for supporting the Publicity department with Public Relations efforts, including devising, implementing and delivering high impact publicity efforts for Universal Studios Hollywood (USH) and Universal CityWalk (CW) with an emphasis on the Latino market. The Manager, Publicity and PR ensures the efficiency of the department’s daily operations and activities.
Responsibilities
- Plan and implement publicity campaigns based on initiatives to promote USH as a destination for assigned media segments
- Proactively pitch press with creative story angles that drive increased consumer editorial coverage
- Coordinate behind-the-scenes tours and press activities with targeted media to generate positive editorial coverage
- Support PR opportunities to drive increased awareness of the company initiatives, including seasonal and special events
- Daily oversight and direction from Sr. Director on team
- Write press releases as required
- Participate in publicity and marketing brainstorms to contribute to campaigns
- Collaborate with Digital PR Manager and SocialMedia/Content & Engagement team to execute campaign strategy
- Track media coverage on USH and CityWalk for coverage reports
- Archive photos, videos and written press material
- Distribute press materials via Cision; maintain press lists
- Support the team on press event logistics
- Assist with Talent Relations and general functional PR responsibilities
- Perform other duties as assigned
This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website. Salary range: $80,000 – $95,000
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university is required; majors in Marketing, Business Administration, Communications, or other related field preferred
- Minimum 5 years of relevant PR experience
- Bilingual in Spanish required; Proven ability to understand and make one’s self understood to all Spanish speaking individuals.
- Must be able to be flexible and available to work evenings and weekends
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to interact with partner and foster cross-functional teamwork among Marketing & Sales, entertainment and operations
- Be a subject matter expert and having detailed understanding of Marketing & Sales programs
Desired Characteristics
- The ideal candidate will possess a substantive background in destination/entertainment publicity with a critical understanding and experience in public relations efforts and social media strategy
- Must understand digital and new media platforms and how to translate knowledge into creating campaigns for initiatives
- Demonstrated ability to manage a large volume of complex work effectively and efficiently
- Strong technical and creative writing skills
- Excellent verbal, written and proofreading skills
- Attention to detail and strong follow-up skills
- Strong interpersonal and organizational skills, able to work well with all levels of management
- Must be self-motivated, a quick learner and demonstrate a strong personal desire to achieve results
- A good sense for newsworthy content
- Must be a self-starter and entrepreneurial
Additional Information
NBCUniversal’s policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, where applicable.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access nbcunicareers.com as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations in the US by calling 1-818-777-4107 and in the UK by calling +44 2036185726.
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