Public Relations Manager Job at Adecco in New York

Specialty Recruiter (360) Client: World-Renowned Music Artist (Confidential) Location: New York, NY | Remote Employment Type: Contract / Part Time Position Overview We seek an elite dual-threat professional to serve as the New York anchor for a globally recognized music artist. This role demands exceptional expertise in both high-stakes public relations and strategic booking management, requiring someone who can seamlessly navigate the intersection of brand management and revenue generation at the highest industry levels. Core Responsibilities Public Relations & Brand Strategy (50%) Global Media Relations: Serve as primary strategist and gatekeeper for all North American and international media opportunities, securing cover stories, major broadcast interviews, and premium digital placements Crisis & Reputation Management: Lead proactive brand protection and crisis communications during tours, releases, and high-visibility events VIP Experience Curation: Design and execute “white-glove” experiences for media, industry executives, and high-net-worth individuals at performances and red-carpet events Strategic Partnership Development: Cultivate relationships with luxury brands, global sponsors, and cultural institutions for high-value commercial alignments Venue Acquisition & Tour Management Premium Venue Acquisition: Secure headline positions at major international festivals (Coachella, Glastonbury, Lollapalooza) and iconic NYC venues (Madison Square Garden, Radio City Music Hall, Lincoln Center) Complex Contract Negotiation: Lead multi-million dollar performance negotiations, including fees, technical riders, and legal protections Tour Financial Management: Oversee budgets exceeding $2M+, optimizing profitability through strategic routing and cost management Cross-Functional Coordination: Collaborate weekly with artist management, legal counsel, and label executives to align booking strategy with release cycles and brand objectives Required Qualifications Industry Experience: 10+ years in music industry PR or booking, with demonstrated success managing world-class talent NYC Network Mastery: Extensive relationships with major media outlets (NYT, Rolling Stone, Billboard, Variety) and premier talent agencies (CAA, WME, UTA, ICM) International Logistics Expertise: Proven track record managing complex global tours, including multi-country routing, visa coordination, and large-scale production logistics Financial Acumen: Experience managing multi-million dollar budgets with demonstrated ROI improvement Communication Excellence: Exceptional written and verbal skills, with ability to interface confidently with C-suite executives, media personalities, and high-profile talent Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s degree: in music business, Communications, or related field; MBA preferred Experience with Platinum-selling or Grammy-winning artists Fluency in additional languages (particularly Spanish, French, or Mandarin) Established relationships with international festival programmers and venue bookers Success Metrics 25%+ increase in tour revenue year-over-year Securing 3+ major media placements per quarter Maintaining 95%+ show fulfillment rate across international bookings Achieving target profit margins on all tour segments Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Part-time Job function Art/Creative, Sales, and Public Relations Industries Musicians and Performing Arts #J-18808-Ljbffr