Manager, Communications (Entertainment)

Location: Universal City, California, United States. Hybrid schedule requiring work from the office a minimum of four days per week; in-office requirements may change.

Salary: $90,000–$110,000 yearly, bonus eligible.

Company

hirify.global is a media and entertainment company producing and distributing film, television, streaming, news, consumer products, and theme park content through brands including NBC, Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Animation, and Peacock.

What you will do

• Support communications strategies for Universal Entertainment executives in partnership with senior communications leadership.
• Draft talking points, remarks, speeches, briefing materials, correspondence, press releases, statements, newsletters, and other communications.
• Translate business priorities, leadership perspectives, and cultural moments into narratives and messaging.
• Develop media strategies, pitches, interview preparation materials, and executive profile-building opportunities.
• Build relationships with reporters and editors; track media opportunities, coverage, and emerging trends.
• Manage project plans, timelines, information flow, cross-functional collaboration, and sensitive initiatives.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in communications, media relations, public relations, or a related field.
• Bachelor’s degree; business, communications, or journalism preferred.
• Exceptional writing and editing skills, including experience drafting press releases, media statements, talking points, executive remarks, speeches, briefing materials, messaging documents, and other external-facing communications.
• Experience developing and executing strategic communications and media engagement strategies supporting organizational objectives.
• Experience preparing senior executives, organizational leaders, or high-profile principals for media interviews, public appearances, speaking engagements, and other external-facing opportunities.
• Understanding of traditional media, digital platforms, social media, podcasts, and emerging communications channels.

Nice to have

• Entertainment, media, studio, agency, or related industry experience.
• Media relations and pitching experience, including securing meaningful coverage and managing media inquiries.
• Established network of relevant media contacts.
• Experience collaborating in highly matrixed, fast-paced environments and contributing to team culture.
• Professionalism, confidence, discretion, diplomacy, and sound judgment when working with senior executives and sensitive information.
• Creative problem-solving and the ability to adapt when priorities shift quickly.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid work with at least four office days per week in Universal City, California.
• Company-sponsored medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, discounts, and other benefits.
• Inclusive workplace focused on community impact, employee development, and diverse content.

Hiring process

• External candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview at an hirify.global location before a hiring decision.
• Reasonable accommodation support is available during the application and recruitment process.