NY JOB OPP - Director, Public Relations for MSG Entertainment

Description: The Director, Public Relations for MSG Entertainment will lend their publicity expertise to initiatives across the spectrum of MSG Entertainment business, which includes concerts, award shows and events at MSG, Radio City Music Hall, the WaMU theater, Chicago Theater, Wang Theater; the Radio City Christmas Spectacular, Christmas Across America, The Arena Tour, Wintuk, Licensing, Sponsorship, Rockette initiatives and Garden of Dreams activities. Will develop successful public relations plans for Cirque and Wintuk, including the development of on-going high profile opportunities to raise the visibility of the show in order to drive ticket sales. Manages on-site press activities for all Cirque shows and will creatively enhance visibility for the properties both in New York and nationally. Responsible for on-going publicity outreach relating to concerts, events and special franchises for Chicago and Boston venues, including overseeing the development and execution of plans for high profile new shows, major concerts, any facility-related upgrades and enhancements. This includes on-site management, and management of local in-market public relations agencies, if applicable. Assists in developing and implementing Garden of Dreams activities for MSG Entertainment, including serving as a contact for the Foundation on all Wintuk and Cirque related opportunities. Will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the department’s managers and coordinators, creating a dedicated team that supports several of the division’s most important franchises.

Qualifications: Ideal candidate will have a BA degree and 5 to 7 years experience in public relations, in an event or entertainment related field, as well as experience with proactive pitching and media interaction. Must have experience in social networking space, high level of energy and commitment, with the ability to lead diverse groups to create excellent publicity. Strong leader with the ability
to manage projects simultaneously, endure stressful situations and remain professional and efficient in a highly urgent environment.

Ability to multi-task and manage all on-site media at events is essential. Will have excellent organizational and problem solving skills, extraordinary people management capabilities and superior communication and listening skills.

If you are interested and qualified for this position or know someone who may be interested in applying, please go to: https://thegarden.igreentree.com/CSS_External/CSSPage_Referred.ASP?Req=2009-131