Manager, Programming Publicity

The Manager, Programming Publicity will be responsible for generating maximum, positive media for Telemundo’s entertainment programming. The role reports to the VP, Entertainment Publicity.

Job Duties

• Development and execution of strategic long-term and short-term plans for external publicity (consumer media) and internal cross promotions (network shows, stations, affiliates and digital media) generating maximum amount of positive coverage on all our prime-time programming priorities, and cross promotions efforts for non-TLMD primetime programming priorities

• Strategize the publishing of existing content, customized social content, as well as social-driven concepts across the Telemundo social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram and Twitter official accounts

• Create the publicity strategies and all press logistics for selected primetime program launches including press events, talent and press tours to increase visibility of Telemundo Series and Super Series

• Create all the consumer press materials including press releases, photo shoots, EPK’s, talent bios, satellite media tours, press junkets, media interviews, on-set visits, photo shoots and press kits under management supervision

• Brainstorm and Execute strategies that support the network brand, help create awareness and drive traffic to Telemundo on-air and official social media platforms, supporting these efforts through detailed metrics showing effectiveness of the strategy

• Work hand in hand with network shows, stations, affiliates, digital and Telemundo Studios producers to maximize publicity opportunities for all prime-time platforms

• Communicate and provide updates to the Publicity and Social Media Teams

• Build and maintain solid relationships with influencers/bloggers, reporters, talent managers, talent publicists & show producers

• Maintain talent database updated (contact info, managers, publicists, influencers, social media accounts)

• Service daily media requests and act as network source of information on programming publicity properties

• Monitor competitive environment via daily review of competitive/industry news, and interface with other departments and NBCUniversal TV channels on an as needed basis

• Is responsible for completing any other tasks as assigned by supervisor

Bachelor's Degree in Public Relation or related field

Minimum 5 years of publicity experience and online community management

Ability to produce thorough reports and executive summaries detailing the results of strategic efforts regarding Social Media

Deep understanding of U.S. Hispanic market and technical/social inclinations, as well as best practices for Social Media campaigns

Highly organized and able to manage/prioritize multiple projects

Must be fully fluent in Spanish and English



Additional Job Requirements

Willingness to travel with short notice and on weekends

Willingness to work flexible hours including late and/or last-minute scheduling changes in a 24/7 production work environment

Must be willing to work in the greater Miami, Florida area

Must be 18 years or older

Must have a valid driver’s license

Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States

Must be covered by Solutions, NBCU’s Alternative Dispute Resolution Program

Excellent written, verbal, communications and presentation skills

Academic training in business fundamentals, new media trends and advertising

Exhibit strong interpersonal, writing, pitching, and presentation skills

Strategic, analytical and Creative skill set

Strong computer skills including extensive experience with Microsoft Office programs -Excel, Word, Power Point

Highly organized and able to manage/prioritize multiple projects

Familiarity with US Hispanic media

Attention to detail

Experience in entertainment industry

Enthusiasm for trends

Self-starter and able to work in an extremely fast paced and high-volume environment

Experience pitching, booking and covering national and local media interviews

Able to work both independently and with a team

Able to juggle and meet numerous deadlines and identify press opportunities

Proactive, master multi-tasker, creative and strategic thinking plus strong external and team communication skills

Proven skills in launching shows, crisis management and interfacing with all levels of executives, talent and media

Superior organization and innovative thinking

Flexible work schedule with some late nights and weekend work required to cover tapings, shoots and events and frequent travel

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