The Talent Relations and Publicity team for the TV Studio is looking for an Associate Manager of Awards to join our team in Culver City. This role will report to the Executive Director, Awards to help shape and execute the studio’s awards campaigns across their full series slate, including dramas, comedies, unscripted, kids, daytime, game shows and more. The Associate Manager of Awards will serve as a key point of contact for both internal and external stakeholders, communicating priorities, collecting submission materials, maintaining historical databases, coordinating ceremony attendance, and any other opportunities that may arise.
Responsibilities include :
● Oversee submission process for all domestic and international awards competitions across all SPT’s compete series slate, including: updating overall submission calendar; maintaining submission grids; obtaining photographic and clip assets; and creating reels, essays and other materials as needed
● Work closely with awards contacts at partner platforms to obtain submission and campaign information, supporting and supplementing their efforts where needed
● Liaise with awards organizations to obtain submission deadlines, submission requirements, ceremony details and all other necessary information
● Update and maintain SPT’s historical awards nomination and win databases
● Create and distribute regular press recap updates to internal stakeholders
● Organize tickets/table purchases and travel to ceremonies
● Maintain SPT screener site, including updating information and creative
● Work with talent and producers to develop and execute show-specific awards strategy, including routing submission lists, materials, and campaign plans
● Provide on-site support at FYC events and awards ceremonies, including (but not limited to) ordering DCPs, creating holding graphics, managing check-in and tracking/greeting talent, reps, press and moderators
● Support budget management and work with finance on processing invoices and onboarding vendors
● Assist with overall Talent Relations and PR efforts as needed
Basic Qualifications:
● 4+ years of experience working in entertainment awards at a studio, network, or agency in a marketing and/or PR capacity
● Knowledge and passion for domestic and international entertainment awards - specifically in TV - including but not limited to Primetime Emmys, Golden Globes, Actors (SAG), BAFTAs, Peabodys, CAFE Emmys, Daytime Emmys, NAACP Image Awards, and more
● Ability to work under deadline and have a positive attitude and collaborative spirit
● Flexibility with work schedule, including working some nights and weekends
● Strong attention to detail and meticulous organizational skills are an absolute must, especially with tracking, inputting, and updating data
Preferred Qualifications:
● Strong press contacts with the ability to pitch and secure Awards-focused press features
● Working knowledge of the entertainment industry, especially in regard to below-the-line artisans and their specific roles
● Desire to identify opportunities to drive operational efficiencies
The anticipated base salary for this position is $80K to $90K. This role may also qualify for annual incentive and/or comprehensive benefits. The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location of the position.
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Skills Required
- 4+ years of experience working in entertainment awards at a studio, network, or agency in a marketing or public relations capacity
- Knowledge and passion for domestic and international television entertainment awards
- Ability to work under deadlines with a positive attitude and collaborative spirit
- Flexibility to work nights and weekends when needed
- Strong attention to detail and meticulous organizational skills, particularly for tracking and updating data
- Strong press contacts and ability to pitch and secure awards-focused press features
- Working knowledge of the entertainment industry, including below-the-line artisans and their roles
- Desire to identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency
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