Manager, Public Relations

Job Description

AMC Networks is home to many of the greatest stories and characters in TV and film and the premier destination for passionate and engaged fan communities around the world. We create and curate celebrated series and films across distinct brands and make them available to audiences everywhere. Our portfolio includes targeted streaming services AMC+, Acorn TV, Shudder, Sundance Now, ALLBLK and HIDIVE;

cable networks AMC, BBC AMERICA, Independent Film Company, Sundance TV and We TV; and film distribution labels Independent Film Company and RLJE Films. The company also operates AMC Studios, our in-house studio, production, and distribution operation behind acclaimed and fan-favorite originals including The Walking Dead Universe and the Anne Rice Immortal Universe, and AMC Networks International, our international programming business.

We are currently seeking a Manager, PR to join our Public Relations team based in our New York, New York office.

• Contribute to planning and development of campaign strategies
• Manage and coordinate communication with series cast and cast reps on campaign beats, key dates, interview requests, etc.
• Oversee delivery of all assets for press appearances
• Draft and gather written press materials, including releases, tune-in alerts, show descriptions, bios
• Develop and foster relationships with media, pitch assigned media and follow up to secure coverage
• Coordinate publicity appearances and interviews with talent and producers
• Assist in coordinating set visits; staff as needed
• Assist in arranging and staffing talent interviews
• Organize asset calendars and coordinate asset rollout with other key departments
• Select and pull series clips for media placement

• Bachelor’s degree in PR or Communications
• 5+ years working in communications or public relations, ideally in the television/entertainment space
• Extensive television/film background and knowledge of the entertainment industry