What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Publicist position at The Hiring Advisors?
Are you passionate about film, television, and pop culture, with a sharp eye for detail and a desire to launch a long-term career in entertainment PR?
The Hiring Advisors is partnering with a premier, highly respected entertainment public relations agency in the LA area to find a high-energy, proactive Publicist Assistant. This team represents some of the world's most influential filmmakers, actors, and production companies in Hollywood.
If you have a solution-oriented mindset, thrive under breaking deadlines, and want hands-on mentorship from veteran entertainment publicists, this is the perfect seat to build your foundation.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Executive & Client Administration: Support senior publicists with day-to-day operations—managing complex schedules, heavy calendar coordination, call logs, expense reports, and travel logistics.
- Press & Red Carpet Logistics: Coordinate client schedules and logistics for high-profile press junkets, TV/radio interviews, premieres, red carpet appearances, and photo shoots.
- Media Monitoring & Clipping: Monitor print, digital, and broadcast media daily; compile clipping reports and service breaking coverage directly to talent and executive teams.
- Client Assets & Materials: Create and update digital press kits, client bios, media lists, and internal memos.
- Cross-Coast Coordination: Serve as a key administrative bridge between LA team members, NY counterparts, and client teams.
What We’re Looking For
- Industry Experience: 1 years of full-time administrative experience within entertainment, film, television, talent agencies, studios, or media/PR agencies.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, Marketing, English, or a related field preferred.
- High Discretion: Demonstrated ability to maintain strict confidentiality regarding high-profile client information, schedules, and sensitive news.
- Composure Under Pressure: Outstanding verbal/written communication skills and a calm, "can-do" attitude in a fast-paced environment.
- Tech & Organizational Savvy: Meticulous attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple moving pieces without dropping the ball.
- Work Arrangement: Must be based in the Los Angeles area and able to work on-site Monday through Friday in Sherman Oaks, CA.
Why Apply?
- Direct Mentorship: Learn the ins and outs of talent and film PR directly from industry-leading publicists.
- Long-Term Growth: This position offers clear path potential for candidates looking to build a multi-year foundation and grow from within the agency.
- Dynamic Work: No two days are the same—work directly on campaigns powering premier entertainment releases and top-tier Hollywood talent.
How to Apply
If you meet the requirements above and are ready to jump-start your career in entertainment PR, please submit your resume for immediate consideration or email Aileen@thehiringadvisors.com to schedule a confidential conversation.