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Assistant, Worldwide Publicity

Department: Marketing & Publicity

Location: Santa Monica, CA, US, 90404

Summary of Position

The Assistant, Worldwide Publicity will report to the EVP, Worldwide Publicity and will assist the publicity team in developing and implementing publicity campaigns to promote Lionsgate films.

Responsibilities

Support the Head of Global Publicity by providing administrative support including managing schedule and calendar, coordinating and booking travel, screening calls, communicating with other marketing departments, and executing all other administrative tasks
Support the Publicity Department as needed including couriering packages, filmmaker-talent gifting, brainstorming ideas, proofreading and assist in developing and executing campaigns
Prepare all business-related expenses using CONCUR; make sure all expenses are completed and submitted in a timely manner.
Monitor relevant industry news daily
Coordinate agenda and other handouts, print items for meetings and take meeting notes
Manage and maintain key department documents- key dates, contacts, agendas, media lists, etc.
Staff publicity events (premieres, junkets, award shows, etc.)

Qualifications and Skills

Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a marketing capacity
Minimum of 2 years’ experience using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.); familiarity with Google Documents a plus
Bachelor’s degree in Communications or related degree preferred
Willingness to work overtime and be flexible with hours
Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
Superior communication skills (written and verbal)
Ability to interact effectively with all levels of Management
Highly organized and detail-oriented
Ability to successfully manage multiple projects and deal with deadline pressure
Strong work ethic
Overall working knowledge with the SAP and Concur system

Nice to Haves

Creative
Passionate and strong interest in film publicity
Detail-oriented
Self-motivated and proactive
Able to multitask and work under pressure across multiple campaigns

About the Company

Lionsgate (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B) encompasses world-class motion picture and television studio operations aligned with the STARZ premium global subscription platform to bring a unique and varied portfolio of entertainment to consumers around the world. The Company’s film, television, subscription and location-based entertainment businesses are backed by a 17,000-title library and a valuable collection of iconic film and television franchises. A digital age company driven by its entrepreneurial culture and commitment to innovation, the Lionsgate brand is synonymous with bold, original, relatable entertainment for audiences worldwide.

Business Unit Overview

Motion Picture Group
Lionsgate’s motion picture business is a consistent box office market share leader with films that have grossed more than $10 billion worldwide over the past six years. This leadership is driven by world-class talent relationships, a deep and renewable portfolio of iconic brands and franchises, and a diverse and balanced slate that is built to enhance consumer enjoyment of the theatrical experience but also has the flexibility to utilize a broad range of alternative release strategies as the opportunities to monetize films continue to expand. The creator, owner and distributor of great film brands including The Hunger Games, Twilight Saga, John Wick, Now You See Me, Knives Out, La La Land, Saw, Dirty Dancing and Monster’s Ball, among many others, films released by Lionsgate and its predecessor companies have earned 129 Academy Award® nominations and 32 Oscar® wins.

In addition to its mainstream commercial releases, Lionsgate’s Motion Picture Group includes specialty film distributor Roadside Attractions, an industry leader in award-winning prestige movies, Pantelion Films, the U.S. market leader in Spanish-language releases, a top film production and distribution brand in the UK, and multiplatform distributor Grindstone Entertainment.

Our Benefits

Full Coverage – Medical, Vision, and Dental
Work/Life Balance – generous sick days, vacation days, holidays, and Impact Day
401(k) company matching
Tuition Reimbursement (up to graduate degree)

Compensation

$40,0000 - $43,000 annually

EEO Statement

Lionsgate is an equal employment opportunity employer. All employees and applicants are evaluated on the basis of their qualifications, consistent with applicable state and federal laws. In addition, Lionsgate will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Lionsgate will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and federal law.

By Lionsgate

Lionsgate is a leading global entertainment company with a strong and diversified presence in motion picture production and distribution, television programming and syndication, home entertainment, family entertainment, digital distribution, new c...

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LOCATION

Hybrid, based in Santa Monica, CA

DATE POSTED

June 10, 2023