Senior Publicist (Part Time)

JOB DETAILS

JOB BAND: C
CONTRACT TYPE: Permanent Part-time 3 day job share
DEPARTMENT: Communications Brands & Licensing
LOCATION: London Television Centre Hybrid
PROPOSED SALARY RANGE: 31800 - 43000 FTE plus 5441 London Weighting FTE depending on relevant skills knowledge and experience. The expected salary range for this role reflects internal benchmarking and external market insights.

WE ARE BBC STUDIOS

A globally renowned media company borne of the BBC. We make and distribute the worlds most sought-after TV audio and digital content.

Our ambition is to be the home of the most powerful entertaining and inspiring stories for people all around the world.

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

Were seeking a Senior Publicist to lead flagship publicity campaigns across our Brands & Licensing (B&L) portfolio with a focus on the beloved blue heeler Bluey. Youll set campaign strategy manage reputational issues and mentor junior colleagues playing a pivotal role in raising the profile of our brands.

As this is a job share youll work closely with your counterpart to ensure seamless delivery and consistent leadership and help coordinate campaigns in the UK EMEA and globally.

YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND IMPACT:

• Lead publicity campaigns for major B&L brands securing high-impact media coverage
• Shape campaign strategy and advise on brand positioning and narrative
• Act as senior lead on reputational issues drafting statements and advising stakeholders
• Mentor and review the work of junior team members sharing expertise and feedback
• Oversee agency partnerships budgets and resource allocation
• Develop messaging frameworks and campaign calendars
• Represent B&L in external forums launches and media events
• Produce coverage reports and insights for senior stakeholders
• Coordinate effectively with your job-share partner to ensure alignment and continuity
  
  

YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:

• Senior level PR/publicity experience ideally in consumer entertainment or brand-driven sectors
• Proven record of leading major campaigns and securing high-value media coverage
• Strong strategic thinking and news judgement
• Excellent writing pitching and stakeholder communication skills
• Experience handling sensitive or reputational communications
• Skilled at mentoring junior staff and providing leadership
• Experience managing budgets and agency partners
• Strong collaboration skills comfortable working in a job-share
  
  

DESIRED BUT NOT REQUIRED:

• Experience in licensing consumer products or entertainment IP
• Experience running global or cross-market campaigns
• Confident presenting to senior leaders and external media
• Media training or spokesperson coaching experience

If you can bring some of these skills and experience along with transferable strengths wed love to hear from you and encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

We appreciate your interest in this position and understand how important this opportunity is to you. Due to the high volume of interest we may need to close the application period earlier than anticipated. This step is necessary to ensure we can provide a high level of attention and service to all applicants. Thank you for your understanding.

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