VP, Corporate Communications

Responsibilities cover Motion Picture Group (US and International). The main responsibility of this role is to work closely with the SVP, Corporate Communications to manage the touchpoints with trade and business media so that the Motion Picture Group (MPG) has a distinct voice coordinating all outbound messaging. This role involves developing and implementing strategic business and content communications efforts for the studio, executive communications, and crisis/issues management. The role reports to the SVP, Corporate Communications and will work closely with senior MPG executives, business partners, and various internal cross-functional teams.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Vice President, Corporate Communications will be aligned with the Sony Pictures Motion Picture Group and be responsible for both strategizing and executing studio / film written communicationsOversee casting and film rights "leaks" strategy which includes maintaining strong relationships with trade reporters, fielding their inquiries, clearing with executives/ filmmakers/ representatives and shaping positioning in storiesHandle positioning and messaging for 20 or more motion pictures annually, from the start of production through releaseOversee written communication regarding film output which includes talking points, press kits, press releases, press mailers, pitch letters, feature stories, speechesUnder the direction of the SVP, formulate strategy on crisis communications issues which includes liaising with filmmakers, producers, executives and a wide variety of other internal departments including human resources, legal, distribution, creative and publicityDetermine strategies to enhance our films' visibility in the media landscape, and evangelize our studio's broader narrativeWrite, edit and strategically service press releases, media alerts and film related communicationsClosely collaborate with publicity, marketing, legal, digital, social media, research, consumer marketing, special events, and filmmakers to keep studio team on track and alignedManage executive presence at special eventsThis role will build close relationships with key peers and leaders at other Sony business units (Sony Electronics, Playstation, Sony Music, etc.)Studio liaison for MPAA's PR Council and Alliance for Creativity and Entertainment (ACE)Coordinate with Internal Communications on strategy for personnel changesREQUIREMENTS

7-10 + years of corporate and / or crisis communications / media relations experience from within the motion picture industryCollege degree required, graduate degree preferredStrong existing relationships with key trade mediaExcellent judgment regarding what is newsworthy and promotable, and / or how to position news as relevant to the media and their audienceProven, exceptional writing skillsExceptional strategic, energetic thinker with a big-picture mentalityAbility to align department goals to overall business goalsCreative and innovative thinkerExperience strategizing on crises

The anticipated base salary for this position is $200,000-$225,000. 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.

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