Amazon MGM Studios is seeking an experienced Theatrical PR Manager to lead our theatrical slate in France.
This role will develop and execute comprehensive publicity strategies for all theatrical releases across France, while also crafting corporate storytelling around Amazon MGM Studios' theatrical expansion across the market. You will serve as the senior PR strategist for the French theatrical market, working closely with our US and EMEA teams while leading local agency relationships and managing all aspects of theatrical PR campaigns. The ideal candidate will bring extensive knowledge of the French entertainment and media landscape, established relationships with high-profile media and industry stakeholders, and a proven track record of delivering successful theatrical publicity campaigns that drive cultural conversation and box office results.
Key job responsibilities
• Develop and lead strategic publicity campaigns for all theatrical releases in France
• Create and execute corporate communications strategy around Amazon MGM Studios' theatrical business expansion in France
• Lead and manage local agencies and external vendors to deliver best-in-class campaigns
• Orchestrate press junkets, talent appearances, and premiere events across France
• Build and maintain relationships with key media contacts, critics groups, cultural influencers, entertainment journalists, talent representatives, and industry stakeholders
• Provide strategic counsel to US and France-based leadership and cross-functional teams on cultural nuances and market-specific opportunities
• Develop messaging and provide issues management support for talent, filmmakers, and corporate spokespeople
• Monitor and report on campaign effectiveness, media coverage, and marketplace dynamics across France
• Design and oversee word-of-mouth screening programs, tastemaker events, and innovative stunts/activations to generate earned media
• Lead regional festival strategy and cultural collaborations in concert with global priorities
• Manage theatrical publicity budgets with a focus on efficiency and ROI
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including marketing, social, digital, and distribution
• Present campaign strategies and results to internal stakeholders and external parties
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior team members and agencies
About the team
The dynamic theatrical PR team at Amazon MGM Studios partners across territories to develop and execute innovative publicity campaigns that resonate culturally and drive theatrical box office.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree or industry equivalent experience in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, or related field
- Entertainment publicity experience in the French market; including oversight of theatrical PR campaigns
- Proven track record of leading theatrical publicity campaigns from strategy through execution
- Demonstrated experience managing high-profile talent relationships and navigating complex media situations
- Strong relationships with French media outlets, entertainment journalists, critics, festival programmers, and cultural organizations
- Experience managing agency relationships and publicity budgets
- Proven ability to develop corporate messaging for business initiatives
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in French and English
- Experience presenting strategies and recommendations to senior stakeholders
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience at a major studio, entertainment company, or leading PR agency
- Established relationships with talent reps, festival directors, and exhibition teams across the region
- Crisis communications and issues management experience
- Deep understanding of the evolving media landscape and cultural trends in France
- Experience working across theatrical and streaming windows
- Proven track record of budget management, reporting, and delivering measurable results
- Experience managing or mentoring team members
- Understanding of box office metrics and the theatrical marketplace in France
- Experience working across multiple territories or markets within France and surrounding territories
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