Communications Coordinator (Hybrid - NYC)

Our customer is a leading global media and entertainment company that creates and distributes a large portfolio of content and brands across television, film, and streaming and is available in over 200 countries and territories and over 45 languages. Headquartered in New York, NY with more than 30 office locations in the United States.

We are seeking a Communications Coordinator on a contract basis to support their business needs. This role is hybrid (3 days on-site and 2 days remote/week) in New York City.

This role supports publicity efforts on the documentary team by helping coordinate talent travel and services, track budgets and invoices, assist with scheduling, managing show assets, and drafting press materials. It also assists with planning and executing press events, coverage reporting, and day-to-day departmental coordination.

Responsibilities:

• Create and manage show assets, including photos, clips, loglines, and synopses
• Track and process invoices and manage department budgets
• Draft press releases, media alerts, and other publicity materials
• Coordinate talent travel arrangements and itineraries
• Coordinate glam services for talent
• Assist with planning and executing press events, press days, premiere screenings, festivals, awards shows, and media events
• Support talent and media relations activities
• Participate in PR department meetings and brainstorming sessions
• Maintain and update publicity calendars and department schedules
• Compile campaign coverage reports and publicity summaries

Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
• 1+ years of experience managing multiple projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• 1+ years of experience in entertainment publicity
• Understanding of entertainment media, industry trends, and social media
• 1+ years of experience communicating with high-profile individuals, including talent, producers, and media
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage confidential information with professionalism and discretion
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, and Slack

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with social media platforms

We offer a competitive salary range for this position. Most candidates who join our team are hired at the median of this range, ensuring fair and equitable compensation based on experience and qualifications.

Contractor benefits are available through our 3rd Party Employer of Record (Available upon completion of waiting period for eligible engagements) Benefits include: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k.

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.