Lead Publicist, Amazon Studios, Movies PR

As a Lead Publicist, you will work closely with the various Amazon Studios teams, and will be responsible for devising and executing publicity campaigns, initiatives and events for Amazon Studios series and assigned movies, as the primary publicist. Additionally, you will be responsible for other publicity activities related to International press, supporting Publicity Principals on movies, and other divisions within Amazon. Key job responsibilitiesMedia Relations Execution and Oversight: -Work to devise and execute consumer publicity campaigns for assigned movies, pre-launch, at launch and beyond. -Pitch stories to all external media outlets, including traditional print reporters and critics, electronic media and mainstream online outlets, as well as non-traditional media. -Understand media desires and exercise judgment in deciding which opportunities to pursue, ensuring that Studio objectives are met. -Serve as key point person for assigned movies, representing to external and internal constituencies and serving as publicity brand manager/one-stop resource for all information related to the programs.International and Amazon Liaison: -Provide support for department-wide publicity requests from International Territories.-Planning and executing talent participation in Global Press Junket and publicity tours, as well as liaising with field offices regarding international publicity priorities.Talent Relationships: -Establish close working relationships and positive rapport with talent and personnel associated with all movies — including filmmakers, producers, key production staff/crew and on-camera performers — in order to achieve domestic and global publicity objectives.Set Visits: -Determine best production (or non-production) days for reporter coverage. Cover all set visits to assigned shows by external media as noted above.Events: -Work closely with publicity team to plan and execute assigned movie participation in major promotional and publicity events and special projects, including but not limited to domestic and international press junkets, Comic-Con, SXSW, etc. -Work closely with the events team to ensure coordinated and strategic plans for covering special events (premiere parties, stunts, etc.) for assigned movies.Social Media: -Follow best practices strategy as a movies publicist for Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Tumblr and other social media and/or location-based outlets. -Work closely with social media team to ensure coordinated outreach on these platforms to customers / fans.Publicity Assets: -Demonstrate good judgment in selecting the most compelling video clips, photos and other promotional/publicity materials that fulfill needs of media and best represent the film to viewers and other targeted audiences.Publicity Trips: -Book and manage all aspect of performer and/or producer publicity trips (New York, Los Angeles, special events, tours, etc.).Other job-related duties as assigned.About the teamInclusive Team Culture Here at Amazon, we embrace our differences. We are committed to furthering our culture of inclusion. We have ten employee-led affinity groups in over 190 chapters globally. We have innovative benefit offerings, and we host annual and ongoing learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences. Amazon’s culture of inclusion is reinforced within our 16 Leadership Principles, which remind team members to seek diverse perspectives, learn and be curious, and earn trust.Work/Life Balance Our team also puts a high value on work-life balance. Striking a healthy balance between your personal and professional life is crucial to your happiness and success here, which is why we aren’t focused on how many hours you spend at work or online. Instead, we’re happy to offer a flexible schedule so you can have a more productive and well-balanced life—both in and outside of work. Mentorship and Career Growth Our team is dedicated to supporting new members. We have a broad mix of experience levels and tenures, and we’re building an environment that celebrates knowledge sharing and mentorship. We care about your career growth and strive to assign projects based on what will help each team member develop into a better-rounded professional and enable them to take on more complex tasks in the future. - 7+ years of recent professional communications or public relations experience- Bachelor's degree- Outstanding attention to detail- Understanding of technology and ability to communicate complex topics effectively- Basic understanding of budgets- Passionate about writing and verbal communications- Frugality: ability to be creative with less- Ability to thrive in a collaborative environment- Great judgement and the ability to respond quickly and experience in timely publicity mattersAmazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $114,000/year in our lowest geographic market up to $188,500/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.

PR Assistant, Global Corporate Issues & Media Relations

The Global Corporate Issues & Media Relations (GCIMR) team is looking for a PR Assistant interested in joining a highly-visible, fast-paced division of Amazon’s Communication and Corporate Responsibility (CCR) organization.GCIMR manages corporate issues and reactive media relations, and provides strategic PR counsel on emerging issues and trends that could negatively impact our operations, brand or reputation. The team interacts daily with members of the news media, serves as on-the-record spokespeople, and is responsible for flagging potential issues to senior business leaders at Amazon. Key job responsibilitiesWhile duties and scope may change or increase over time, the PR Assistant occupying this role will primarily be responsible for routing media inquiries to appropriate subject matter experts, managing team data, and tracking associated metrics. The ideal candidate will have sharp organizational skills and experience working in a fast-paced environment. Duties include, but are not limited to: • Managing media inquiry workflow by directing and tracking incoming media requests to internal subject matter experts;• Assisting with data entry into various platforms used by PR teams;• Assisting with scheduling coverage; and• Identifying opportunities to streamline team processes. About the teamGCIMR is part of the Global Corporate Communication (GCC) team and is responsible for protecting Amazon’s reputation on topics including operations, labor, workplace issues, sustainability, corporate social responsibility, economic and community impact, customer service, and some public policy issues.- 1+ years of recent professional communications or public relations experience- Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, or a related field- Ability to be resourceful- Obsession with details- Excellent writing skills- Crave ownership- Comfortable working in gray areasAmazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $51,700/year in our lowest geographic market up to $110,500/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.

Publicity Specialist, Movies PR

The Movies PR team is responsible for the development and execution of global PR strategies and campaigns on individual titles. This role will serve as a specialist in the field of communications and will provide input and creative insight to drive single and multi-title campaigns to success, with the expectation of driving customer engagement. Key job responsibilitiesThis role will be responsible for talent and representative communications, team organizational efforts, film asset management, talent travel coordination, press pitching, coverage monitoring, setting press screenings, providing screening links to approved stakeholders and overall campaign contributor.A day in the lifeCompile daily press coverage on owned titles. Daily check ins with talent representation and filmmakers. In person coverage of screenings taking place on our lot. Daily collaboration with cross-functional teams to enhance overall campaign strategies. About the teamWe are a team of passionate film publicists and strategists who enjoy working in a fast paced environment. Each member of the team provides a unique perspective and have come from diverse backgrounds in the field of entertainment. We look to earn trust with our customers, internal and external and strive to exceed our own internal goals. We are inclusive and appreciate all voices and foster a kind, respectful environment. - Bachelor's degree- Experience in professional communications or public relations- Experience managing current network of entertainment industry media contacts- Experience working on teams- Experience working at premieres, junkets, and other publicity related events- Movies publicity experience- Deep knowledge of the entertainment industry- Exceptional verbal and written communications skills and attention to detail- Excellent judgment, particularly in narrow timeframes- Desire to work with the media proactively to generate awareness- A passion for pop culture and entertainment- Willingness to work hard and roll up sleeves to get work done, even when at times it is outside the scope of the job- Ability to develop creative, effective approaches to difficult communications challengesAmazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $68,900/year in our lowest geographic market up to $147,400/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.

Internal Communications Specialist, Rapid and Rural Logistics , Operations Internal Communications

Amazon is seeking an intuitive, high-judgment, self-motivated, and creative communications professional to join our Operations Internal Communications (OIC) team.As an Internal Communications Specialist, you’ll help manage strategic and tactical internal communications for the Rapid and Rural Logistics (R2L) businesses, in addition to supporting executive communications. From creating employee-facing communications about critical policies and changes to identifying positive storytelling opportunities, you will be a key partner to project teams and executives within the business.The ideal candidate must be a team player, able to act independently, have exemplary writing skills, a proactive work ethic, and a talent for developing creative approaches to difficult communications challenges.This role can be based in Seattle, WA; Nashville, TN or Arlington, VA with an ability to travel occasionally to other Amazon sites across North America.Key job responsibilitiesIn this role you will:• Write, review, and manage business-specific email communications, updates, change announcements, leadership messaging, and ad hoc communications• Develop strategic and innovative internal communication plans• Coordinate the delivery of content across internal channels• Oversee the strategic editorial calendar and capture team metrics for reporting to key internal stakeholders and informing forward-looking communications strategies• Proactively build trust and maintain strong, cross-functional relationships with key internal stakeholders – from Operations associates to executive leaders• Manage complex, fast-moving, and unexpected communications challenges with an ability to look around corners for risk• Be the employee experience advocate, representing and protecting this through all strategies and decision-making• Manage and support crisis communications on a rotating basis, a one-week rotation 1-3 times per year providing 24/7 on-call support for the North America crisis communications team• Roll up sleeves and get work done, even when at times it’s outside the scope of the jobAbout the teamAmazon Operations Internal Communications (OIC) is on the front lines of creating content to inform, engage, and inspire our Operations employees around the world. We are strategic thinkers; impactful storytellers and writers; communications consultants, crisis and risk managers, and brand ambassadors focused on delivering communications that build the Amazon reputation from the inside out. - 5+ years of recent professional communications or public relations experience- Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, or a related field- Experience in internal communications with a preference for operations or frontline communications knowledge- Experience with a national or global company- Experience executing highly successful, creative, and complex communications plans- Excellent written and verbal communication skills- Experience in change management or issues management- Experience developing relevant content for a diverse, dispersed, and mobile workforce- Strong project management skills, handling multiple tasks and evolving priorities- Possess a strategic approach to problem solving- Ability to exercise high judgment, particularly in narrow time-frames and when dealing with ambiguity- Adaptable and willing to pivot quickly to meet emerging demands- Keenly focused and able to pay careful attention to detailAmazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $68,900/year in our lowest geographic market up to $147,400/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.

PR Specialist, Amazon Prime

Amazon is seeking a highly-organized, self-motivated and high-judgment professional to join the Amazon Prime Communications team. This individual will help lead high visibility public relations initiatives for Prime in the U.S. and around the world. Key job responsibilitiesThis role will be responsible for tracking, managing, and organizing workflow across the Prime Communications team—and in some cases across Amazon and/or with third-party companies—in the U.S. and worldwide. The ideal candidate should have demonstrated expertise in writing, media relations, project management, influencer relations, and social media. The ideal candidate is able to work autonomously as well as cross-functionally; have experience communicating across multiple teams and/or external agencies; a proven track record identifying efficiencies, reducing siloes, and facilitating cross-functional collaboration; is able to identify and track industry trends and coverage, circulating it with the appropriate stakeholders. This individual should be a self-starter, have an eye for details, and enjoy wrangling multiple people and projects. They'll display poise and sophistication in rapid-moving situations and become fast friends with a number of internal teams throughout Amazon. Key Responsibilities • Act as a PR business partner with the WW and U.S. Prime business• Collaborate with internal stakeholder teams across Amazon to drive successful programs • Successfully manage complex, fast-moving and unexpected communications challenges• Develop workback timelines for tactics•Help drive proactive coverage for U.S. Prime initiatives by pitching and securing top media, including print, broadcast and online outlets; build excellent relationships with key media• Manage reactive media inquiries in the U.S. when necessary • Support strategic launches for U.S. Prime• Serve as a global liaison for Prime with communications leads in other countries and other Prime benefit businesses• Write key messaging, press releases, briefing documents, and other external and internal materials for PR• Manage external PR agency on monitoring and reporting guidelines, coverage reports, and end-of campaign metrics• Identify key industry trends and announcements, drafting an analysis, and circulating with the appropriate stakeholders- Bachelor’s degree- 5+ years of experience in public relations (in-house and/or agency).- The ability to bring together a large group of stakeholders and lead them toward a common goal.- The ability to self-motivate and work autonomously at times.- Outstanding attention to detail and bias for action.- Standards so high most people would find them unreasonable.- Thrives in a collaborative environment and is willing to roll up their sleeves to get the job done.Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $68,900/year in our lowest geographic market up to $147,400/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.

Movies PR Specialist, Movies PR

The Movies PR team is responsible for the development and execution of global PR strategies and campaigns on individual titles. This role will serve as a specialist in the field of communications and will provide input and creative insight to drive single and multi-title campaigns to success, with the expectation of driving customer engagement. Key job responsibilitiesThis role will be responsible for talent and representative communications, team organizational efforts, film asset management, talent travel coordination, press pitching, coverage monitoring, setting press screenings, providing screening links to approved stakeholders and overall campaign contributor.A day in the lifeCompile daily press coverage on owned titles. Daily check ins with talent representation and filmmakers. In person coverage of screenings taking place on our lot. Daily collaboration with cross-functional teams to enhance overall campaign strategies.About the teamWe are a team of passionate film publicists and strategists who enjoy working in a fast paced environment. Each member of the team provides a unique perspective and have come from diverse backgrounds in the field of entertainment. We look to earn trust with our customers, internal and external and strive to exceed our own internal goals. We are inclusive and appreciate all voices and foster a kind, respectful environment. - 5+ years of recent professional communications or public relations experience- Bachelor's degree- Experience managing current network of entertainment industry media contacts- Experience working on teams- Experience working at premieres, junkets, and other publicity related events- Movies publicity experience- Deep knowledge of the entertainment industry- Exceptional verbal and written communications skills and attention to detail- Excellent judgment, particularly in narrow timeframes- Desire to work with the media proactively to generate awareness- A passion for pop culture and entertainment- Willingness to work hard and roll up sleeves to get work done, even when at times it is outside the scope of the job- Ability to develop creative, effective approaches to difficult communications challengesAmazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $68,900/year in our lowest geographic market up to $147,400/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.