Director, Theatrical Publicity

Angel is the home of stories that amplify light. Through its platform, thousands of “Angel” investors choose which titles will be created, funded, and distributed. Angel allows creators and audiences to form passionate communities around their creative projects, making the story behind the story as important as the final project itself. Some of the studio's key projects-- The Sound of Freedom and Dry Bar Comedy --have earned billions of views around the world. Learn more at Angel.com

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The Director, Theatrical Publicity, is responsible for managing every aspect of consumer press campaigns for Angel’s theatrical slate and is a member of Angel’s communications team. The ideal candidate will have unmatched national media relationships and a successful track record of directly leading and booking national publicity campaigns for major studio theatrical releases across several genres. This role will be directly responsible for booking national morning and late-night television appearances as well as securing high-impact long lead national consumer press to generate awareness for Angel releases, complementing the company’s marketing campaigns. Our candidate is a strategic thinker and strong collaborator who possesses an outstanding work ethic, deep curiosity, and a passion for the media and entertainment industry, as well as the values-driven films and television series we champion.

Expectations at Angel:

• Amplify light in every action.
• As the owner of your outcomes, you are empowered to break down silos and coordinate with any and all people you need in order to reach your goals. 
• You are ultimately responsible for achieving the outcomes while also using resources wisely – whether that be money, people, or time.
• Know your customer – it might be our Guild members,  investors, creators, or internal Angel teams. Ensure you understand your customer and provide what they need and not just what you want to build. 
• Contributes in a way that moves the Angel mission forward and exemplifies the team qualities required for working at the company.
• When faced with roadblocks, mistakes, or unforeseen circumstances, consistently and proactively find creative solutions and/or break down barriers to handle the challenge or complication. (Focus is on creating/building/testing/learning/resolution rather than getting stuck and identifying or placing blame).

Essential Functions:

• Manage national, high-impact consumer media campaigns for every Angel theatrical release.
• Book national morning and late-night television shows and secure and manage long-lead, impactful national consumer stories.
• Proven track record of securing high-profile media and outstanding, direct relationships with network talent bookers (morning and late night), national magazine editors,  and top reporters and editors at national newspapers and leading digital news outlets.
• Oversee Angel’s theatrical publicity agencies and carefully manage agency budgets.
• Directly book national and local press to support theatrical publicity junkets.
• Collaborate with the company’s distribution and marketing managers to build consensus and ensure that publicity efforts are aligned with theatrical marketing campaigns and goals.
• Proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing in the English language is required. 


Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Competencies:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Google Workspace.
• Detail-oriented perspective and able to pick up on overlooked details.
• Exceptional organization and time management skills.
• Able to maintain the confidentiality of company information.
• Must be able to manage multiple assignments at once, set priorities, and adapt to changing conditions.
• Resourceful and able to problem-solve and manage tasks. 
• Willing to perform an array of tasks both in and out of the office.
• Able to integrate feedback on tasks and assignments positively and adapt as necessary.
• A quick study, able to pick up new skills and learn quickly.
• Ability to take individual ownership, execute with high energy and integrity, share context, and insist on candor with positive intent.
• Positive attitude,  understanding that Communications is a relationship-driven function.

Required Education and Experience:

• Minimum of 6 years of theatrical publicity experience working at a major studio or agency

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Public Relations, or a related field
• Master’s Degree Preferred
• 6 years of national theatrical publicity experience, leading consumer media campaigns for major releases across multiple genres.

Work Environment:

• Work Environment: When in the main office, expect a comfortable, air-conditioned work environment. Team members are issued their own desks, but the office is an open, shared space and can be fast-paced and occasionally noisy.
• Physical demands: Must be able to sit or stand at a desk for extended periods of time. 
• Position type and expected hours of work: Regular, full-time
• Travel required: 25%

$137,000 - $150,000 a year

Work authorization - Must be authorized to work in the United States.

- Competitive compensation

- 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision premiums for employees and dependents

- Short, and Long Term Disability Insurance and Basic Life Insurance paid for employee, with option of additional AD&D insurance

- Generous Paid Time Off

- Health Spending Account (HSA)

- 401(k) investment opportunity with employer match

- Paid parental leave

- Identity Theft Insurance

- Pet Insurance

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the team member for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

At Angel, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates.