Publicist Jobs

Key responsibilities

• Pitch artists and projects to print, digital, broadcast, and online media outlets
• Write and distribute press releases, artist bios, and media statements
• Coordinate and manage interview schedules, press days, and media appearances
• Build and maintain relationships with journalists, editors, and media contacts
• Monitor press coverage and compile coverage reports for clients and internal stakeholders
• Develop and execute press campaigns around album releases, tours, and announcements

Skills & tools

• Media pitching
• Press release writing
• Artist bios
• Media relations
• Campaign planning
• Interview coordination
• Coverage tracking and reporting
• Cision or MuckRack
• Crisis communications
• Music industry knowledge

Education & background

Degree in PR, communications, journalism, or a related field; strong media contacts and campaign experience often weighted equally

Career path

Junior Publicist → Publicist → Senior Publicist → Head of Press / VP of Communications, or independent PR consultancy