Director of Communications

CBS Media Ventures and CBS News and Stations is seeking an experienced Director of Communications to join our team working on day-to-day publicity for multiple syndicated shows and news programming.

Based in New York, the ideal candidate will have 8-10 years of experience in television publicity and exceptional talent relations skills. Previous experience working in syndication, news or the station community is a plus. Team mentality is a must.

Responsibilities

• Devise and execute strategic consumer and trade publicity campaign for multiple shows, as well as maintain momentum throughout the season.
• Pitch all consumer-facing media ranging from traditional print media to broadcast to online. Have superior skills in selecting compelling video clips, photos and assets to promote the show to viewers.
• Write press releases, talking points, bios and collateral publicity materials; book and coordinate print/online press interviews, talk show appearances, photo shoots, set visits, press junkets and any other press-related function.
• Establish close working relationships and positive rapport with talent, executive producers and key executives.
• Work closely across departments including affiliate relations, marketing and digital.
  
  

Requirements

• 8-10 years in entertainment publicity at a network, studio or agency
• Team oriented and willing to mentor
• Exceptional writing and communication skills, as well as people skills
• Solid press contacts across all media
• Ability to travel when necessary
• Must be detail-oriented problem solver, who takes initiative
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment
• College degree, preferably in communications, journalism or a related field
  
  

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CBS Media Ventures is the preeminent company in television syndication. CMV’s first-run programming reaches 48 million unique same-day viewers each week, more than all other syndicators, cable networks and all 4 of the broadcast networks’ prime-time. CMV produces or distributes “The Drew Barrymore Show,” “Jeopardy!,” “Wheel of Fortune,” “Entertainment Tonight,” “Inside Edition,” “Hot Bench,” “Pictionary” and the new game show “Flip Side,” as well as the “Judge Judy” and “Dr. Phil” libraries. The division also handles national barter advertising sales for Debmar-Mercury's and Fox's first-run syndicated programming. CMV is a division of Paramount.

CBS News and Stations brings together the power of CBS News, 28 owned television stations in 17 major U.S. markets, CBS News 24/7, the first 24/7 digital streaming news network, 14 CBS News Streaming local platforms, local websites, CBSNews.com, and CBS News Radio. CBS News and Stations is home to the nation’s #1 news program, 60 MINUTES, the award-winning broadcasts CBS MORNINGS, CBS SATURDAY MORNING, the CBS EVENING NEWS WITH NORAH O’DONNELL, CBS NEWS SUNDAY MORNING, CBS WEEKEND NEWS, 48 HOURS and FACE THE NATION WITH MARGARET BRENNAN. CBS News and Stations provides news and information for the CBS Television Network, CBSNews.com, CBS News Radio and podcasts, Paramount +, all digital platforms, and CBS News 24/7, the premier anchored streaming news service available to everyone with access to the internet.

Additional Information

Hiring Salary Range: $125,000 - 145,000. The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education.

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