Communications Coordinator

Fathom Entertainment; Centennial (CO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A film distribution company is seeking a Communications Coordinator in Centennial, Colorado. The role emphasizes developing and executing press strategies for theatrical releases. You will collaborate with media contacts and manage public relations tasks, ensuring effective communication across projects. This entry-level position requires strong writing skills and the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Join a creative team that values initiative and innovative press campaigns.

Qualifications

• 1-2+ years of PR and media relations experience required.
• Exceptional organization and prioritization skills needed.
• Knowledge of trends in publicity and social media is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Execute press strategies with the marketing department and partners.
• Craft various PR materials including press releases and newsletters.
• Develop and maintain relationships with media contacts.

Skills

Collaboration skills

Writing skills

Project management

Persuasive communication

Detail-oriented

Proactive problem-solving

Tools

Asana

Muck Rack

SharePoint

Dropbox

Job description

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At Fathom, we bring diverse content—including independent original movies, anime, opera, horror, faith‑based films, and studio classics—to movie theatres worldwide. We work closely with our content partners to drive successful, synergistic publicity campaigns while elevating media and consumer awareness of Fathom, a Top 10 theatrical distributor in the United States.

We are looking for a Communications Coordinator who is passionate about developing, creating, and integrating press strategies for our theatrical releases. This role requires someone who is detail‑oriented, takes initiative, holds themselves accountable, brings energy and creativity to the table, can work on multiple projects and meet various deadlines, and has a true passion for learning the business and the craft of media relations.

You should know how to leverage the press effectively and be excited to deliver innovative and impactful campaigns. As an integral part of the Marketing Department working under the Head of Communications, you will be committed to establishing and fostering relationships with media outlets, clients, studios, and exhibitors, while working side‑by‑side and enthusiastically with the Head of Communications and the broader close‑knit Fathom team.

Core responsibilities

• Partner with the marketing department and content partners to execute press strategies across all releases, including fast‑breaking news and long‑lead press.
• Craft, edit, and service various PR materials, including press releases, pitches, media kits, strategy documents, semi‑monthly newsletters, talking points, clips, press recaps, and customer service documents.
• Work with the digital team on SEO best practices for the press pages.
• Coordinate with content partners, theatre owners, and outside agencies on press plans, materials, and media tours.
• Develop, maintain, and leverage relationships with national and regional media contacts (digital, B2C, B2B, traditional, and genre‑specific outlets) to support our releases.
• Continuously update and manage comprehensive media lists across print, broadcast, and digital platforms.
• Work closely and communicate effectively with internal and external teams.
• Stay current with consumer/business/trade press on music, entertainment, film, TV, theatre owners, other cultural touchstones and events, and the media opportunities around them.
• Represent Fathom at appropriate client meetings, industry, community, and client‑facing events.
• Maintain affiliations with appropriate industry leaders, networks, and organizations, including community involvement.
• Other duties as assigned.

Administrative & Organizational Tasks

• Manage and create wrap‑up reports, build press kits, monitor media, track and coordinate press materials, and oversee and execute press postings across Fathom’s owned and operated platforms, such as social media channels and the website.
• Track and execute the submission process for key industry awards, helping to raise the company’s profile across multiple industry sectors.

Requirements

• Strong collaboration skills with the ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders in developing communication strategies.
• 1‑2+ years of PR and media relations experience.
• Excellent writing skills.
• Exceptional project management skills, including organization, prioritization, and communication.
• Ability to meet multiple deadlines and manage releases.
• Proactive in taking initiative, solving problems, and following through.
• Knowledgeable about trends, technology developments, and innovations in publicity and social media.
• Persuasive communication skills for pitching and selling stories to various media outlets.
• Resourceful and detail‑oriented.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment.
• Knowledge of Asana, Muck Rack, SharePoint, Dropbox is a plus.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing

Industries

• Entertainment Providers