Director, Communications & Awards

Searchlight Pictures

Burbank, CA, United States
Base: $139,200 to $186,600; bonus/equity: may be p...
On-site
Develop corporate brand strategy
Manage media relationships
Oversee awards initiatives
Searchlight Pictures is seeking a Director of Communications & Awards to enhance its brand and film positioning within the industry. The role involves strategic communications, media relationship management, and overseeing awards initiatives, requiring significant experience in public relations within the entertainment sector

Job Summary

  • This leader drives strategic communications, manages media relationships, and oversees awards-related initiatives to ensure Searchlight’s projects remain prominent and well-represented.
  • Responsibilities include setting corporate brand strategy, executing impactful awards strategies, and maintaining strong trade and industry press relationships.
  • The role involves managing awards budgets, liaising with guilds and awards bodies, and overseeing the creation and distribution of awards materials.

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Searchlight Pictures is seeking a Director of Communications & Awards to enhance its brand and film positioning within the industry. The role involves strategic communications, media relationship management, and overseeing awards initiatives, requiring significant experience in public relations within the entertainment sector.

Salary

Base: $139,200 to $186,600; Bonus/Equity: May be provided; Benefits: Full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Develop corporate brand strategy
  • Manage media relationships
  • Oversee awards initiatives
  • Draft executive talking points
  • Build trade press relationships

Nice-to-have

  • Collaborate with senior publicity executives
  • Maintain film synopses
  • Communicate with Studios Corporate Comms team
  • Liaise with Center of Excellence

Key Requirements

  • 8-10 years of professional experience
  • 6-7 years in Corporate Communications
  • Bachelor’s degree or commensurate experience
  • Strategic and anticipatory thinker
  • Established relationships with AMPAS & other guilds

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