Publicist - Podcast - London, United Kingdom - Handle Recruitment Ltd

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Sector:
marketing & communications

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Type: office-based

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Contact: Bobbie Turner

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Expiry Date: 23 March 2024

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Job Ref: BBBH109337


Publicist - Podcasts
Are you an avid listener of popular podcasts? Have strong publicity experience in the world of entertainment?

This role is a fantastic opportunity for Publicists who have either worked in podcasting or are very keen to move into the podcast space and join our client, an agency who are market leaders in the growing world of Podcasts


You will be working with huge household names and brands on their podcasts, and across a broad range of genres, including celebrity interviews, comedy/satire, true crime, documentary & current affairs.

Plus you will have the opportunity to attend the biggest podcasting events in the UK -including award ceremonies, live shows and ground-breaking industry festivals.

If you have managed end to end campaigns and are keen to work with a team of positive, proactive and like-minded people, ready to bring your knowledge and industry expertise to this growing business, this could be a great role for you


Key Responsibilities:


  • Run podcast publicity campaigns, from launch through to series end
  • Create imaginative and creative press moments that will make clients stand out
  • Secure and coordinate news, interviews, reviews and roundups
  • Pitch key quotes to press upon release of each weekly podcast episode
  • Be part of weekly meetings, outline campaign strategies and contribute to overall strategy of podcasting clientele
  • Oversee client schedules to book in shoots and interviews
  • Work across podcasting events, including award ceremonies, live shows and industry trade festivals
  • Act as a liaison between the client, the media and the general public
  • Build strong relationships with highprofile clients / production companies and wider stakeholders
  • Manage fortnightly press reports
  • Lookout for new podcasts and production companies to work alongside

You will Have:


  • Fantastic attention to detail
  • Excellent verbal and written skills
  • The ability to stay up to date with trends in the industry and share knowledge across teams, clients and stakeholders
  • A great network of contacts within entertainment
  • A genuine passion and interest in podcasts
  • Previous experience working in PR
  • A real passion for the entertainment industry
  • Confidence in helping out with any task a no task too big or small attitude
Please get in touch if this sounds like the role for you


Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.


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