Manager, Global Communications

Job Description

Universal Products & Experiences Overview:
Universal Products & Experiences (UP&E) globally drives the expansion and elevation of NBCUniversal's iconic collection of brands, intellectual properties, characters, and stories based on the company's extensive portfolio of properties created by Universal Pictures, Illumination, DreamWorks Animation and NBCUniversal Television and Streaming. The division executes this through innovative physical and digital products, engaging retail and product experiences across our expansive global theme park destinations (for both owned and 3rd party IP), location-based venues, e-commerce product platforms, and retailers around the world. Along with global brand strategy and creative, UP&E's three lines of business include Consumer Products, Games and Digital Platforms, as well as Theme Parks Products & Retail. UP&E is a division of Universal Destinations & Experiences, part of NBCUniversal, a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. https://www.universalproductsexperiences.com/
Universal Products & Experiences is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce of the highest caliber. We are committed to fostering equitable and inclusive environments that honor the experiences, perspectives, and uniqueness of each colleague.
It is the policy of NBCUniversal and NBCUniversal's affiliated businesses to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy) sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.
Job Description
The Manager is responsible for collaborating with the Universal Products & Experiences (UP&E) Global Communications team on external communications campaigns. The role reports to the Senior Director of Global Communications and will manage and execute publicity campaigns for UP&E's consumer products, games and theme park merchandise business units. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in storytelling and crafting messaging as well as in executing strategic PR campaigns, event management and media relations.
This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website.
Salary range: $85,000 - $110,000 (bonus eligible)
Qualifications

Essential Responsibilities:
• Develop and implement communications campaigns for UP&E's consumer products, games, and theme park merchandise business units
• Craft strategic brand and franchise messaging including press materials, pitches and talking points
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders (franchise strategy, product development, content) to align on marketing goals and amplify key initiates
• Manage cross-divisional PR opportunities within the larger NBCUniversal and Universal Destinations & Experiences organizations
• Oversee and manage publicity campaign with external licensing partners
• Manage PR agency and vendors to facilitate execution of campaign goals
• Curate media and influencer lists
• Oversee creation of press and influencer coverage reports
• Manage event production for fan experiences, retail pop-ups, junkets, premiers, among others
• Light to moderate travel could be required (as needed)
Basic Qualifications:
• Minimum 5 years of PR or Communications experience, preferably within entertainment, media, consumer products or retail; agency experience is a plus
• Excellent verbal and written communication skillsBachelor's degree required in Communications, Journalism, Marketing or related field
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, as well as Keynote
Desired:
• Knowledgeable about the evolving entertainment landscape and trends driving culture
• Strong Collaborator - Demonstrates ability to work on a team and willingness to give assistance to co-workers in other areas
• Proactive - Demonstrates ability to take the initiative by confidently self-starting work and providing counsel
• Detailed Oriented - Pays attention to multiple details and multiple tasks while minimizing errors
• Confidentiality - Must be able to maintain department business with the utmost confidentially
• Flexibility - Demonstrates experience working in, and a positive attitude toward a rapidly changing business environment (both remote and in office)
Additional Requirements:
• Travel may be required
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support the needs of the team
Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-j65201-52-15-66-233-42 in your application.