Overview
Director, Media – Los Angeles, 90038, United States of America
How we LEAD:
Universal Music Group is seeking a Director of Media (Publicity) with ideally 7-10 years of experience in the music/entertainment industry.
How you’ll CREATE:
- Spearhead individualized PR campaigns for Hip Hop/R&B artist releases, across all phases.
- Formulate comprehensive press strategy, pitch outreach and secure artist features across key media (broadcast/national/regional/digital/etc.).
- Secure and oversee artist media interviews, photo shoots and events.
- Create and compile press materials, write press releases, bios, select artist press images.
- Track media coverage and prepare detailed press reports as needed.
- Manage artist tools, coordinate music servicing/mailings etc. to support artist campaign initiatives
- Timely communication with managers and artists teams.
- Additional PR department duties include maintaining press database, mailing lists, invoice processing and booking artist travel.
Bring your VIBE:
- 3-6 years of experience in the entertainment/music industry working at a record label, independent public relations firm and/or management company.
- Strong knowledge of Word, Outlook, Excel, social media platforms.
- The position requires a creative and resourceful self-starter.
- Established relationships with key media, journalists, blogs and digital channels.
- Ability to identify and capitalize on news-making opportunities.
- Strong written and verbal skills, and experience with all forms of PR communications.
- Creativity, strong work ethic and a high level of professionalism
- Candidate is detail oriented, organized, able to multi-task and work both independently and within a team environment.
- Ability to travel and attend evening concerts/events during the week/weekends as needed.
IMPORTANT: Before applying for this role, please make sure you have the right to work in the country where the role is based. Unless it clearly stipulates within in the job advert above that the hiring company is looking to or able to sponsor applicants it is deemed that the hiring employer will only consider applications from those able to comply with and work in the country where the role is based.