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2024 Seasonal: Festival Publicist

Tribeca Enterprises

Posted on: 09 Mar 2024

Job Location: New York, US

Job Description:

ROLE DURATION: April - June 2024

ABOUT THE ROLE
Tribeca's Festival Communications team is looking for creative, hardworking individuals who have a strong interest in film publicity for the 2024 Tribeca Festival. Seasonal Publicists are the point of contact for film/creator publicists and are responsible for equipping them with the information, materials, and support they need to have a successful festival experience.

ABOUT YOU
Our ideal candidates will be creative, hardworking individuals with strong interest in entertainment publicity-including film, TV, podcasts, music, and more. Previous experience in entertainment and/or film PR is required. Candidates must be able to work in the US and on-site in New York City.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Serve as the primary PR liaison for film and/or creator PR teams for assigned categories including, but not limited to: features, shorts, TV, music, and podcasts
Work closely with the Communications team and PR agency on festival strategy, pitching, and outreach
Collaborate with the Artist Relations team to track and update contact information for filmmakers/creators and ensure that participants have a positive festival experience
Input and manage relevant project information into the Festival database
Create targeted media lists for special interest categories and regional outreach
Secure press coverage for Festival programming and creators
Draft press materials
Coordinate media interviews
Track press and social media coverage
Staff press events (red carpets, press lines, screenings, etc.) and serve as PR contact for film and/or creator teams

REQUIREMENTS

Minimum 3-5 years of entertainment and/or film PR experience required; film festival and live event experience a plus
Strong media and industry relationships
Capacity to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Ability to work extended hours during the Festival (June 5 - 16, 2024)

SALARY: $1,000 - $1,300/week

ABOUT US
The Tribeca Festival, presented by OKX, brings artists and diverse audiences together to celebrate storytelling in all its forms, including film, TV, music, audio storytelling, games, and immersive. With strong roots in independent film, Tribeca is synonymous with creative expression and entertainment. Tribeca champions diverse voices, discovers award-winning talent, curates innovative experiences, and introduces new ideas through exclusive premieres, exhibitions, conversations, and live performances.

Tribeca is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

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