Account Manager- U.S. Film & Series at DDA | Los Angeles, CA

DDA

Account Manager- U.S. Film & Series

Los Angeles, CA (Hybrid)

Salary Not AvailableMid Level5+ years expFull time

Posted 3 months ago

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Job Summary

Lead U.S. film and series publicity campaigns for a global agency across LA and NYC, owning strategy and client counsel.

Own campaign strategy, planning, and client communications across LA/NYC.
Must-have: 5-7 years’ domestic Film/Series PR experience.
Standout: Leadership of junior staff and cross-office collaboration.

Job Description

Responsibilities

Bolster the domestic film & series team in the U.S., collaborating across offices in LA and NYC.
Strong leader.
Provide expert counsel to clients on positioning, timelines, and industry landscape.
Responsible for project outcomes and managing junior employee work throughout campaign duration.
Support in reviewing all campaign strategies, press releases and media campaigns to ensure on-point communications.
Provide ongoing strategic counsel to all clients.
Respond to new client directives and expectations.
Ensure that all responses to journalists and media inquiries are on-campaign.
Support refining new business pitches.
Present campaign strategy and executional plan to clients.
Experience working with film festivals and willingness to travel.
2-3 days in-office/week. *Subject to change*

Requirements

BS/BA in Public Relations, Communications, or relevant field.
You must have at least 5-7 years’ relevant experience in domestic Film/Series PR strategy.
Demonstrated experience in leading and supporting a wider team. Previous experience managing junior level employees, carrying out appraisals and assisting with their progression at DDA.
Professional, leader, team player, proactive, and personable demeanor.
Self-motivated, self-starter, takes initiative and follows through.
Effective listening, strong verbal and written communications skills.
Strong organizational, time management skills, and work ethic.
Accuracy and attention to detail.
Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
Strategy: Highly organized, analytical thinker with a sharp eye for creative campaign execution.
2-3 days in-office/week

DDA

DDA is the leading global film and entertainment communications practice, offering a bespoke service and a truly worldwide reach for the Creative Industries. From offices in London, Los Angeles, and New York and affiliates throughout the world, DDA provides creative and insightful strategies and, turnkey campaign solutions for film, television, gaming and brands.DDA’s broad portfolio of services includes public relations, strategic consultancy, event management, digital & social, insight & analytics, brand development, creative design, and Awards Campaigns.

Founded in 1970

London, England, United Kingdom

378 employees (58 in marketing)

www.theddagroup.com