Manager, Publicity

Nbcuniversal; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

NBCUniversal is seeking a Publicity Manager to develop and execute campaigns for Peacock Originals and NBC scripted programming. You will coordinate talent participation, media outreach, and press events to elevate visibility and drive earned media across platforms.

The role requires 5+ years in entertainment publicity, strong media instincts, and the ability to collaborate across Marketing, Creative, and Production teams in a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in entertainment publicity supporting television, streaming, or film.
• Experience developing and executing publicity campaigns that generate meaningful earned media results
• Established relationships with entertainment and industry media or demonstrated experience cultivating media contacts
• Experience writing press materials and managing media outreach for entertainment campaigns

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day publicity campaigns for Peacock Originals and NBC scripted programming.
• Develop creative media strategies to maximize earned coverage across broadcast, print, digital, social, podcasts, and emerging formats.
• Shape campaign timelines, premiere strategies, and key publicity milestones from announcement through launch.
• Write and distribute publicity materials, including press releases, talent bios, talking points, episodic materials, media pitches, and executive correspondence.
• Pitch stories and secure coverage with entertainment, lifestyle, business, and industry media while cultivating strong relationships with journalists and editors.
• Coordinate with talent representatives, producers, and internal stakeholders to facilitate interviews, appearances, premieres, and promotional opportunities.
• Partner with Marketing, Creative, Social, Events, Awards, Content, and Production teams to deliver integrated campaigns that amplify overall marketing efforts.
• Plan and execute press-facing events, including premieres, screenings, junkets, press days, and experiential activations.
• Manage campaign budgets, invoices, and related administrative processes.
• Monitor media trends, audience behavior, and the evolving communications landscape to identify new opportunities for earned media.
• Represent NBCUniversal at industry events while fostering relationships with media, talent representatives, and key external partners

Skills

Publicity campaigns

Media relations

Press materials

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications or related field

Job description

• Business Segment: Universal Television Entertainment
• Compensation: USD 75000 - USD 90000 - yearly

Company Description

NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our global theme park destinations, consumer products, and experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through our powerhouse film and television studios, including Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Animation, and Focus Features, and the four global television studios under the Universal Studio Group banner, and operate industry-leading theme parks and experiences around the world through Universal Destinations & Experiences, including Universal Orlando Resort, home to Universal Epic Universe, and Universal Studios Hollywood. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. Visit www.nbcuniversal.com for more information.

Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.

Universal Television Entertainment is responsible for world-class television entertainment. The division programs and markets content acrossleading entertainment brandsBravo, NBC and Peacock, and produces over 3,000 hours of television annually through Universal Studio Group, the studio business comprised of Universal Television, UCP, Universal International Studios and Universal Television Alternative Studio. Together, these teams align NBCUniversal’s content and production expertise to inspire global audiences with television that entertains and shapes culture.

Job Description

The Manager plays an integral role in developing and executing publicity campaigns for Peacock Originals and NBC scripted programming. This position supports the day-to-day execution of communications strategies that generate impactful earned media, spark cultural conversation, increase audience awareness, and elevate the profile of Peacock and NBC content.

Working closely with internal stakeholders and external partners, the Manager will support campaigns from early development through premiere and beyond, coordinating talent participation, media engagement, and press events while ensuring each campaign supports broader business and brand objectives. Success in this role requires strong media instincts, exceptional organizational skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Responsibilities:

• Support the day-to-day execution of publicity campaigns for Peacock Originals and NBC scripted programming across the full campaign lifecycle
• Support the development of creative media strategies that maximize earned coverage across broadcast, print, digital, social, podcasts, and emerging formats
• Help shape campaign timelines, premiere strategies, and key publicity milestones from announcement through launch
• Write and distribute publicity materials, including press releases, talent bios, talking points, episodic materials, media pitches, and executive correspondence
• Pitch stories and secure coverage with entertainment, lifestyle, business, and industry media while cultivating strong relationships with journalists and editors
• Coordinate with talent representatives, producers, and internal stakeholders to facilitate interviews, appearances, premieres, and promotional opportunities
• Partner with Marketing, Creative, Social, Events, Awards, Content, and Production teams to deliver integrated campaigns that amplify overall marketing efforts
• Plan and execute press-facing events, including premieres, screenings, junkets, press days, and experiential activations
• Manage campaign budgets, invoices, and related administrative processes
• Monitor media trends, audience behavior, and the evolving communications landscape to identify new opportunities for earned media
• Represent NBCUniversal at industry events while fostering relationships with media, talent representatives, and key external partners

Qualifications

Basic Requirements:

• 5+ years of experience in entertainment publicity supporting television, streaming, or film.
• Experience developing and executing publicity campaigns that generate meaningful earned media results
• Established relationships with entertainment and industry media or demonstrated experience cultivating media contacts
• Experience writing press materials and managing media outreach for entertainment campaigns

Desired Characteristics:

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing, or a related field preferred
• Experience supporting FYC awards campaigns is a plus

Additional Requirements:

• Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of four days per week.The Company reserves the right to change in-office requirements at any time.

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks.Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting theBenefits page of the Careers website.

Salary range:$75,000 - $90,000 (bonus eligible)

Additional Information

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, or arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to [emailprotected] .

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