Publicity Manager, Studios — Hybrid (Fixed-Term)

2004 The Walt Disney Company Limited; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Private medical insurance

Disney theme parks admission

Disney merchandise discounts

Parental leave

Employee Resource Groups

Job summary

The Walt Disney Company UK is seeking a Publicity Manager for Studios on a fixed-term contract. Based in London with a hybrid work pattern, you will lead publicity campaigns across theatrical releases and Disney+ Studios content, partnering with marketing leads to ensure cohesive communications strategies.

You will manage media relations, talent interactions, and events, while coordinating with UK/EMEA/Burbank teams to deliver high-impact campaigns that support brand narratives through busy

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience developing and delivering integrated publicity, PR or communications campaigns.
• Strong understanding of the UK media landscape with an established network of media contacts.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of strategic publicity campaigns across theatrical and Disney+ Studios releases in the UK.
• Partner with marketing brand leads to ensure publicity activity complements broader communications and marketing strategies.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with print, broadcast and online media, securing interviews and features.
• Identify and activate influential voices across media, social and digital landscapes.
• Track developments across media, social and influencer channels to inform campaign strategies.
• Execute talent-led publicity activity, including interviews, press tours, and events.
• Oversee localisation, management and distribution of publicity materials.
• Manage screening programmes including venue sourcing and guest management.
• Support planning and delivery of Studio publicity events and influencer activations.
• Collaborate with UK, EMEA and Burbank teams and report on campaigns.
• Delegate and guide the Publicist and Intern to ensure successful delivery.
• Manage allocated campaign budgets within financial parameters.

Skills

Integrated publicity campaigns

Media relations

Budget management

Project leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

The Walt Disney Company UK is seeking a Publicity Manager for Studios on a fixed-term contract. Based in London with a hybrid work pattern, you will lead publicity campaigns across theatrical releases and Disney+ Studios content, partnering with marketing leads to ensure cohesive communications strategies.

You will manage media relations, talent interactions, and events, while coordinating with UK/EMEA/Burbank teams to deliver high-impact campaigns that support brand narratives through busy