Manager, Publicity

Manager, Publicity

ABC News is seeking a Manager, Publicity for the Longform team covering ABC News Studios, and leading “Nightline” and “IMPACT x Nightline” with opportunities to support “20/20” and “The View including day-to-day publicity efforts.

• Opportunities–Strategize to identify key opportunities for shows and titles that align with company PR objectives while understanding the news cycle
• Growth-Help to identify areas of team growth; for example, relationship building with key press contacts, identifying new outlets/platforms/contacts for promotion and outreach to content creators to support promotion on social
• Strategy-Create and execute comprehensive strategies working with producers and key partners
• Press Outreach-Pitch targeted opportunities
• Messaging-Create comprehensive messaging and conduct interview prep
• Talent Relations –Build relationships with key internal and external talent
• Relationship Building-Seek opportunities to further develop relationships with media partners cultivating key journalist/producer relationships
• Press Materials-Craft press releases including announcements, listings and ratings providing valuable input on announcement releases and strategy
• Events/Junkets-Help in organizing and staffing promotional events, junkets including outreach to talent, press and coordinating all logistical details

• At least five years’ experience in public relations, corporate communications or related field.
• Demonstrated experience managing multiple campaigns at any given time.
• Strong work ethic and demonstrated ability to secure earned media.
• Talent relations experience.
• Crisis communications experience.
• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule including weekend days.
• Strong writing and presentation skills.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Strong understanding of social media integrations; experience running successful social media campaigns.
• Strong, collaborative, professional, respectful and kind team player.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products.
• BA or BS from a four‑year accredited college or university; or equivalent work experience.

• Experience working in news, television, media and/or politics.

The hiring range for this position in New York, NY is $89,000.00 to $ per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long‑term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.