Sr. Manager Theatrical PR, MGM Theatrical

Amazon MGM Studios is seeking a high-performing dynamic PR and communications leader to serve as Sr. Manager Theatrical PR. This role will develop and execute best-in-class earned media campaigns for Amazon MGM Studios theatrical slate from global tentpoles and branded IP to original films with industry-leading filmmakers and talent. Reporting to the Head of Global Theatrical PR this leader will be responsible for crafting complex multi-faceted PR strategies that drive cultural conversation build anticipation and maximize impact from production through theatrical release and awards.
As Sr. Manager Theatrical PR you will build lead and inspire a team of publicists while working collaboratively across marketing distribution awards and international teams to deliver integrated campaigns that serve both creative and business objectives. You will serve as a strategic counselor to senior executives filmmakers and talent providing guidance on reputation management media strategy and communications opportunities. This role requires the ability to nimbly and effectively navigate senior stakeholders in a matrixed fast-paced organization and to manage competing priorities with poise and precision.
The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with a proven track record of delivering high-impact innovative earned media campaigns for major theatrical releases. Must possess deep expertise in the evolving media landscape strong relationships with top-tier entertainment and consumer press and demonstrated success managing communications for high-profile talent and filmmakers. Must have the ability to manage crisis communications swiftly and effectively in service of mitigating reputational and financial risk. Should understand global box-office metrics the festival and convention landscape and the cultural dynamics that fuel audience engagement.
This role offers the opportunity to shape how Amazon MGM Studios shows up in the theatrical marketplace establishing the studio as a premier destination for filmmakers and audiences alike.


Key job responsibilities
Develop and execute integrated theatrical PR campaigns that generate high-impact earned media and drive cultural conversation for Amazon MGM Studios theatrical slate
Lead PR strategy for theatrical releases from greenlight through production release and awards ensuring campaigns are cohesive innovative and aligned with business goals
Build mentor and inspire a team of publicists fostering a culture of excellence creativity and collaboration
Provide strategic communications counsel to senior executives filmmakers and talent on media strategy reputation opportunities and potential challenges
Manage crisis communications and issues management developing messaging and response strategies that protect the studios reputation and mitigate financial risk
Build and maintain deep relationships with key entertainment consumer and cultural media across digital print and broadcast platforms
Partner closely with marketing distribution awards international and cross-functional teams to deliver seamless integrated campaigns
Oversee campaign budgets agency partnerships and vendor relationships ensuring efficient and impactful allocation of resources
Develop campaign plans messaging frameworks press materials and executive communications
Lead and develop strategic PR activations at major festivals conventions premieres and industry events
Stay ahead of the evolving media and cultural landscape identifying emerging platforms voices and opportunities to amplify campaigns




About the team
Join a dynamic diverse team of PR professionals who work collaboratively to deliver innovative campaigns that break-through the culture and drive opening weekend box office.

- 10 years of professional communications public relations or public affairs experience

- Bachelors degree in a related field
- 15 years of professional communications public relations or public affairs experience

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status disability or other legally protected status.

Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees supervisors and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees supervisors and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal state and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct adverse and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies exercise sound judgment effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism and safeguard business operations and the Companys reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience qualifications and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical dental vision prescription Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans EAP Mental Health Support Medical Advice Line Flexible Spending Accounts Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage) 401(k) matching paid time off and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at CA Culver City - 165800.00 - 224300.00 USD annually