Publicist Id-2772

Job Description

Support, manage and develop publicity outreach for CNN US television programming. Manage day-to-day media relations, write press materials, and manage press interviews. Identify opportunities, create framework, and proactively pitch story ideas to targeted media in trade publications, newspapers, magazine, radio, and online media. Monitor and conduct media and social outreach.Service media requests and act as a source of information on behalf of CNN programming. Run projects including status reports, media monitoring, coordination of press materials, portfolio of speaking engagements. Schedule and cover press interviews and appearances. Develop a deep knowledge of industry and trends.

Job Qualifications


Proven track record for developing and implementing strategic and innovative publicity campaigns, pitching and placing stories

Understanding of news, be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines

Self-starter, work independently and as a team; own projects from start to finish.

Minimum of 3-4 years publicity experience preferably with a media, entertainment, or communications organization.

Required Skills


Time Management Skills

Excellent writing skills

Project Management/Scheduling

Cable television press relations skills

Strong public relations skills

Soft Skills


Verbal communication

written communication

Self-Driven

Adaptability

Problem-Solving

Detail Oriented and Organized

Multi tasker

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