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Manager, Creative Advertising, Focus Features

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Company Description

NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

Job Description

Focus Features is seeking a Manager, Creative Advertising, reporting to the VP, Creative Advertising. Our mission is to make a lasting impact on global audiences by sharing diverse, distinctive stories that inspire human connection. As part of NBCUniversal, we develop, produce, and market entertainment content worldwide. For more information, visit www.focusfeatures.com.

Essential Responsibilities

• Assist the VP in creating audio-visual materials for feature film releases, including trailers, TV spots, featurettes, collateral marketing, and radio spots.
• Coordinate with the Finishing department to meet deadlines from initial creative concepts to campaign launch across various media.
• Maintain organized asset files, including A/V materials, scripts, transcripts, and strategy documents.
• Support trafficking of materials for guilds (MPA, DGA, WGA) compliance, legal reviews, and approvals from talent and senior management.
• Handle formal correspondence and memos to filmmakers and executives.
• Contribute to creative strategy, copywriting, and positioning efforts.
• Share assets between departments as campaigns develop.
• Manage meetings, agendas, and notes; disseminate research findings.
• Collaborate with publicity to monitor film reviews and media coverage.
• Work with the Music team to clear and license music cues, negotiate prices, and monitor budgets.
• Track budgets, communicate with finance, and process invoices and expenses.
• Build effective partnerships with creative agencies involved in campaigns.

Qualifications

Basic Requirements:

• At least 5 years of experience in creative advertising at a major studio, network, streamer, or advertising vendor.
• Ability to work occasional weekends and holidays as needed.
• Knowledge of 360 campaign processes, including A/V finishing workflows.
• Familiarity with editing, motion graphics, industry terminology, and asset management.
• Experience with material submission for clearance review.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Desired Characteristics:

• Project management experience is a plus.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Passion for film and entertainment marketing.
• Self-motivated with strong ownership and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Team-oriented and proactive in daily tasks.
• Flexible and problem-solving mindset in a fast-paced environment.

Additional Requirements:

• This is a hybrid role, requiring a minimum of three days per week in the office.
• Salary range: $85,000 - $105,000, bonus eligible.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and other perks. For more info, visit our Benefits page.