DREAM JOB OF THE WEEK: Sundance Institute, Manager, Media Relations (Beverly Hills, CA)

The Sundance Institute seeks a Manager, Media Relations.

This position writes press releases for Sundance Institute programs and initiatives and serves as a point of contact, both internally and externally, for all media relations activities. 

Extended hours and weekend work will be required leading up to and during the Film Festival.  Position will be required to work holidays as needed and be housed in Park City, UT for the Film Festival.  Additional travel to labs and other events may be required.

Duties and Responsibilities: 

PRESS RELEASES 
-Maintain ongoing contact with members of the media to shape stories. 
-Write and distribute press releases for Sundance Institute programs and initiatives.
-Conduct proactive media outreach for programs including pitching feature stories.
-Generate print, electronic, and online media coverage of program events and artists.
-Create and develop overall messaging and integrate into story pitches and media coverage.
-Act as liaison between programs and other communication and marketing staff to integrate efforts.
-Assist Director, Media Relations on announcing Festival Program: writing press releases; coordinating interviews for Senior Programming staff and Institute staff in LA.

MEDIA RELATIONS
-Maintain ongoing contact with members of the media to shape stories.
-Maintain databases and media lists.
-Coordinate pre-festival publicist summit in LA (venue selection; invitations; flow, etc.).
-Coordinate responses to all media inquiries.
-Coordinate interviews of staff.
-Identify other activities to raise awareness of Institute programs and its mission.
-Other duties as assigned.

Ranking of Responsibilities:
1. Press Releases - 60%
2. Media Relations - 40%

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
-Minimum 3 years experience in media relations.
-Experience writing press releases required.
-Experience working in a non-profit/arts organization strongly preferred.
-Bachelors degree in Communication, Journalism, Public Relations, or related field required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
-Ability to work effectively and calmly in a fast-paced, high pressure environment.
-Strong writing, editing, and verbal communication skills required.
-Demonstrated ability to build and maintain successful relationships with national, regional, and local media.
-Strong skills in identification, crafting, and executing press strategy.
-Able to work effectively with all levels of staff.
-Valid driver’s license and successful completion of DMV background check required.

Since 1981, Sundance Institute has evolved to become an internationally-recognized nonprofit organization that actively advances the work of risk-taking storytellers worldwide. Originally founded by Robert Redford in the mountains of Sundance, Utah, Sundance Institute has always provided a space for independent artists to explore their stories free from commercial and political pressures. By providing year-round creative and financial support for the development of original stories for the screen and stage, Sundance Institute remains committed to its mission to discover and develop independent artists and audiences across the globe.

The annual Sundance Film Festival, held each January in Park City, Utah, is widely recognized as the premier showcase for American and international independent film. Inclusive and eclectic in its programming approach, the Festival has grown to include film culture events, panel discussions, youth programs, online exhibition, and live music. Attended by more than 45,000 people from around the world each year, the Sundance Film Festival creates a vibrant, unique community of artists and audiences that extends well beyond the mountains of Park City, Utah.

TO APPLY: Candidates can apply here.  (PF tipster)