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Uncategorized > Press Office Manager

Press Office Manager

Overview

SFFILM is a leading film arts nonprofit based in the the San Francisco Bay Area. The Press Office Manager is a dynamic, organized, highly personable, and self-directed Public Relations professional. This role requires high attention to detail, as well as a commitment to follow-through and execution. The right candidate will be excited to manage a team of four direct reports, liaise with studios and PR firms, and organize media access to SFFILM events. Most of all, this person will have a proven track record in capturing an organization’s brand voice across all media and writing projects. This is a full time temporary position.

Responsibilities

  • Gather and organize publicity materials for all SFFILM programs
  • Pitch SFFILM programs and events to press contacts, including organizing interviews
  • Facilitate all on-site press coverage at SFFILM events, such as managing press access, overseeing red carpets, and setting up interviews
  • Manage entire Press Office team during the Spring, including schedules and assignments. Direct reports include the Press Office Coordinator and two Publicists
  • Hire, train and oversee Press Office interns
  • Manage the content of Press page on the SFFILM website
  • Write press releases for SFFILM programs
  • Design and develop tools to deliver materials, track coverage and compile accurate statistics regarding publicity performance
  • Liaise with studios, PR firms, and talent around SFFILM programs and events, including coordinating social media needs
  • Coordinate schedules of photographers and video capture teams at year-round programs and during the Festival
  • Manage external PR firms and consultants as needed
  • Support Communications Manager in maintenance of the Communications department’s Editorial Calendar

Qualifications

  • 2-3 years’ experience in a similar position is strongly encouraged, preferably in an arts-related environment
  • Attention to detail, significant diplomacy skills, consummate professionalism, ability to multitask, and prioritize competing responsibilities, with grace under pressure
  • Open to working off-business hours occasionally as needed, especially around SFFILM events
  • Ability to maintain utmost discretion and confidentiality
  • Adept at anticipating problems before they arise and juggling multiple priorities at once
  • Comfortable working with limited supervision in a dynamic small office environment
  • Familiarity with Press Office tools, systems, reporting, and analytics
  • Superior written and verbal communication skills
  • Experience in film or television production is beneficial, particularly a general familiarity with who’s who in the film industry
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Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: Communications, Festival

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