Marketing jobs in the US

Responsibilities

• Liaising with publicity, film, and artist teams to compile publicity information, maintain the Festival database, and share with other departments as needed for key elements of the Festival.
• Drafting media materials, project communications, and information.
• Collaborating on press announcements, organizing and proofreading project information, managing external and internal review processes.
• Acting as the main point of contact for external teams representing many projects across the Festival program, including gathering relevant details, coordinating logistics for film premieres, and collaborating on execution of the press line (red carpets).
• Leading press lines and photo calls onsite, as well as organizing and managing press participation at assigned events. Coordinating press line materials to be provided to media.
• Managing media and supporting volunteers onsite at events.
• Participating directly in media outreach on the program themes.
• Providing information, interviews, and other resources and receiving and routing inbound requests from media.
• Tracking media coverage and screening reports for assigned films and artists.
• Informing assigned external teams of updates and key details related to their film/project.

Requirements

• Legal authorization to work in the United States
• 2 years experience in public relations, media relations, communications, or special event publicity
• Outstanding written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills to collaborate and work effectively with a variety of people
• Ability to multitask and prioritize with strong time management skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to maintain confidential information

Preferred

• Working knowledge of databases
• Proficiency in Google Products
• Experience with large event public relations
• Knowledge of film and the film industry

Benefits

• Paid sick leave and Institute holidays
• Employee assistance program
• Employee Wellness Initiatives
• Sundance Film Festival passes and benefits (varies each year)