Director, Corporate Communications

Sony Pictures is seeking a dynamic and driven Director to play an integral role in the management of trade and business media relations efforts for Sony Pictures Television (SPT). This role involves working closely with the SVP, Corporate Communications in the implementation of communications strategies across SPT’s production and global distribution and networks divisions, amplifying the studio’s position among key internal and external audiences.  The role reports to the SVP, Corporate Communications, and will work closely with various executives, business partners, and internal cross-functional teams. 

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Work with the team to provide communications support for the Sony Pictures Television (SPT) division within Sony Pictures Entertainment, assisting in executing trade and business communications.
• Work with team to draft press releases and pitch stories that align with SPT’s business strategies and result in impactful press coverage across trade and business media for multiple lines of business
• Help to secure and manage speaking opportunities at industry events that enhance visibility and recognition for SPT’s executives and lines of business.
• Maintain strong relationships with trade reporters, assisting in fielding inquiries, clearing information with executives, producers, representatives, and partners.
• Coordinate with network partners, SPT internal teams and all relevant stakeholders to align on trade and business press opportunities.
• Provide communications support for titles distributed internationally, as well as for key international distribution markets and sales events.
• Work with team to draft and contribute to key messaging, including talking points for media interviews and speaking engagements, FAQs, internal communications, etc., ensuring consistency across communication channels.
• Work alongside internal teams (e.g., Marketing, Research, etc.) to gather data and explore opportunities for marketable stories.
• Collaborate with internal communications to provide information and important updates about SPT’s series and business to employees.
• Support executives at red carpet events, premieres, awards shows, and other industry events as required.
• Stay informed on and track media coverage and industry trends.

Requirements:

• 5-7+ years of corporate communications /media relations experience, preferably within the entertainment industry.
• College degree preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong understanding of entertainment and the television industry.
• Established relationships with key trade media.
• Strong judgment regarding what is newsworthy and how to position news for maximum relevance and impactful press coverage.
• Ability to align communications efforts with overall business goals.

The anticipated base salary for this position is $131,000-$164,000. 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.

Sony Pictures Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristics.

SPE will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with applicable law.

To request an accommodation for purposes of participating in the hiring process, you may contact us at [email protected].