Nickelodeon, now in its 37th year, is the number-one entertainment brand for kids. It has built a diverse, global business by putting kids first in everything it does. The company includes television programming and production in the United States and around the world, plus consumer products, online, recreation, books and feature films.
Nickelodeon.S. television network is seen in more than 90 million households and has been the number-one-rated basic cable network for 20 consecutive years.
Nickelodeon is seeking a Vice President, Communications Consumer Products who will manage and execute global media relations activity and provide long-range strategic counsel for Nickelodeononsumer Products division. Position will have dual reporting to SVP, International Communications and the SVP, Corporate Communications for Nickelodeon.
Responsibilities - Devise and oversee execution of publicity campaigns for Nickelodeon Group consumer products on a global level.
- Serve as senior team member and thought leader to Nickelodeon CMO/President of Consumer Products.
- Carry out strategic direction and goals set by companyenior executives.
- Build Consumer Productsess profile and success, aligning with networkoals and achievements on a global level.
- Build press profile of senior Consumer Products executives.
- Work with Consumer Products team leadership to devise and execute the Nickelodeon brand story at key industry events, including Licensing Show, Toy Fair, Nickelodeon Consumer Products Partner Summit, et al.
- Create and launch speakerureau for Consumer Products executives to further build and reinforce the brandeadership position in the industry, globally.
- Pitch franchise, brand-specific, network and digital trend-oriented stories.
- Liaise with relevant Nickelodeon Group departments and with external partners, to provide strategic support for overall business goals.
- Oversee press releases and media plans from licensees in all lines of business including media products, home video.
- Oversee and devise strategies for Public Affairs activities, campaigns and messaging.
Basic Qualifications - 10+ years of publicity experience required.
- Bacheloregree minimum
Additional Qualifications - Superior communications skills
- Must have strong relationships with trade and consumer press,
- Advanced writing, speechwriting and pitching skills.
- Bacheloregree minimum
- Ability to juggle multiple projects and strong organizational skills a must.
- Strong team player
- Organizational ability with key attention to detail
- Ability to succeed in fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
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