Talent Assistant Public Relations

ID; New York (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

ID is a leading independent full-service communications agency with offices in Los Angeles and New York. The Talent Assistant, Public Relations role is a full-time, on-site position based in New York, NY, supporting publicists and account teams in day-to-day talent PR activities.

You will draft and distribute press materials, maintain media lists, track coverage, coordinate interviews, manage schedules and call sheets, and liaise with talent teams to ensure smooth communication across campaigns.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Media Studies, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Experience in PR, talent representation, or entertainment media is beneficial.
• Ability to draft and format press releases and other materials with brand voice.
• Strong organization and time-management skills to handle multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Draft and distribute press materials and maintain media lists.
• Track coverage and monitor news and social media.
• Coordinate interviews, appearances, and press opportunities.
• Manage schedules, call sheets, and liaise with talent teams and media contacts.

Skills

Public relations

Media relations

Communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Collaboration

Entertainment industry

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Media Studies or related field

Equivalent relevant experience

Tools

Media databases

Email & calendars

Spreadsheet software

Job description

ID is the largest independently owned full-service communications agency in the U.S., with offices in Los Angeles and New York and a team of over 100 employees. The agency represents leading talent, brands, films, studios, corporations, and non-profit organizations across the entertainment and corporate landscape. ID specializes in media relations, corporate communications, executive visibility, talent and influencer relations, digital strategy, awards campaigns, and brand partnerships. By driving social, cultural, and global awareness, the agency helps clients meet strategic goals through creative, impactful storytelling and thoughtful management of the news cycle.

Role Description

The Talent Assistant, Public Relations is a full-time, on-site role based in New York, NY. This position supports publicists and account teams in day-to-day talent PR activities, including drafting and distributing press materials, maintaining media lists, and tracking coverage. The Talent Assistant will help coordinate interviews, appearances, and press opportunities, manage schedules and call sheets, and liaise with talent teams and media contacts to ensure smooth communication. The role includes handling administrative tasks such as updating databases, preparing briefing documents, monitoring news and social media, and supporting event logistics. The individual in this role collaborates closely with colleagues across offices to contribute to client campaigns and provide consistent, detail-oriented support.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong Public Relations and Media Relations skills, with the ability to support talent-focused campaigns and interact professionally with press outlets.
• Candidates should possess excellent Communication and Customer Service skills to manage client, talent, and internal interactions with professionalism and discretion.
• Candidates should possess the ability to draft and format Press Releases and other written materials with accuracy, clarity, and attention to brand voice.
• Candidates should possess strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to handle multiple projects, meet deadlines, and maintain meticulous records.
• Candidates should possess proficiency with common office and communications tools (e.g., email, calendars, spreadsheets, media databases) and be comfortable learning new platforms.
• Candidates should possess a collaborative working style, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and interest in entertainment, media, and talent representation.
• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Media Studies, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Prior internship or entry-level experience in PR, talent representation, or entertainment media is beneficial.