Publicist

Mohegan Sun; Connecticut; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Mohegan Sun is seeking a Publicist to collaborate with artist management on publicity opportunities and promote the brand across media and digital platforms.

The role involves coordinating with media contacts, crafting press materials, and managing events and ticket blocks. A background in communications and PR, plus knowledge of Web 2.0 trends, will support successful campaigns and brand advocacy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications or related field required.
• Two years of public relations experience preferred.
• Knowledge of Web 2.0 concepts, techniques and trends.
• In lieu of a degree, five years of public relations experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Acts as liaison between media, artist management and organizational representatives.
• Develops and maintains strong contacts in all areas of communication and media.
• Implements interactive Public Relations programs to create and maintain a favorable public image.
• Observes progress in interactive PR and develops new advocacy across channels.
• Conducts media relations between media, artist management and organizational representatives.
• Implements promotional activities and special events.
• Manages media requests including interviews, reviewer access, photography and videos.
• Manages ticket blocks using approved processes.
• Accompanies artists and/or company representatives as needed.
• Researches publicity media contacts and blogger outreach.
• Writes and disseminates press releases and entertainment calendars.

Skills

Public relations

Media relations

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications or related field

Tools

WordPress

Job description

## PublicistApplylocations: Uncasville, CTtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: R-13214**JOIN OUR TEAM AND EXPERIENCE ENDLESS CAREER POSSIBILITIES****IF YOU ARE AN EXISTING TEAM MEMBER,** **PLEASE CLICK THE FOLLOWING LINK TO BE TAKEN TO THE INTERNAL CAREER SITE: MOHEGAN INTERNAL CAREER SITE****Position Summary:**This position is responsible for working with artist management on joint publicity opportunities to promote the company’s brand and image utilizing all forms of communication.**Primary Duties and Responsibilities****:** includes but not limited to:* Acts as liaison between media, artist management and organizational representatives* Develops and maintains strong contacts in all areas of communication and media* Implements interactive Public Relations programs designed to create and maintain a favorable public image* Observes progress in interactive Public Relations and continuously develops new ways of harnessing the power of advocacy utilizing every element of building relationships while maintain the significance of the spoken word* Conducts media relations between media, artist management and organizational representatives**Secondary Duties and Responsibilities:*** Implements promotional activities and special events* Manages media requests including interviews, reviewer access, photography and videos* Manages ticket blocks utilizing approved process* Accompanies artists and/or company representatives, as needed* Researches publicity media contacts and blogger outreach* Writes and disseminates press releases, entertainment calendars and other notifications while utilizing SEO practices* Develops and pitches relevant angles of interest to media through traditional media outreach and social platforms**Minimum Education and Qualifications:*** Bachelors’ Degree in a Communications or a related field* Two years of work experience in public relations* Knowledge of Web 2.0 concepts, techniques and trends* In lieu of a Degree and previously mentioned experience, five years of experience in public relations may be considered**Competencies:** Incumbent will master the following competencies while in this position:* Excellent written and verbal communication skills* Advanced knowledge of MS Office Suite* Displays creativity, initiative and good judgment with decision-making, problem-solving and research skills* Self motivated with ability to work among teams* Ability to establish and maintain effective personal relationships with supervisory and professional staff members and internal client contacts* Strong presence in integrated collaboration between public relations, internet marketing, advertising and social media marketing**Training Requirements:*** Knowledge of administrative abilities related to WordPress**Physical Demands and Work Environment:*** Office work environment* Must be on-call and reachable through a company issued cell phone* Must be able to sit in front of a computer screen for extended periods of time* Must be able to work various shifts and flexible hoursThis is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, requirements, or working conditions associated with this job. Mohegan Sun reserves the right to make changes to the above job description whenever necessary.Work Shift:Regular*Knock, knock. Hear that sound? That's opportunity!*.***Mohegan Sun practices Native American Preference in hiring. "Native American" means an individual who is a duly enrolled member of the Mohegan Tribe or any group of Native Americans recognized by the Mohegan Tribe, The United States of America, or the State of Connecticut.***