Director of Publicity

Director of Publicity

PR agency Audible Treats is seeking a visionary and strategic leader to fill the Director of Publicity position. Candidates must be based in New York. The ideal candidate is deeply immersed in music (especially rap), film, TV, fashion, and pop culture, and brings an expansive network of established media contacts. You have a proven track record in crafting and executing high-level publicity strategies and are ready to steer our public relations efforts to new heights.

Audible Treats is a boutique public relations firm based in Brooklyn, renowned for its work with record labels, musicians, media, and social media companies. We specialize in entertainment with a focus on multicultural outlets. Our client roster includes current and past collaborations with industry leaders such as Netflix, TikTok, Rolling Loud Festival, Baja Beach Fest, Ice Spice, Sexyy Red, Chief Keef, Young Dolph, Farruko, Fuerza Regida, E-40, Lil Durk, $NOT, EMPIRE, RCA, Atlantic Records, and more. For a complete list of clients, visit audibletreats.com/clients.

Position Overview

As the Director of Publicity, you will lead the overall strategic planning and execution of high-profile publicity campaigns for our clients. In this senior leadership role, you will help manage and mentor a team of publicists, oversee the development of innovative media strategies, and ensure alignment with the company’s long-term goals. Your responsibilities will include identifying and securing new business opportunities and serving as a key agency representative in the industry at large.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement comprehensive publicity strategies that elevate client profiles and drive measurable results across digital, print, and broadcast platforms.
• Media Relations: Leverage and expand an extensive network of media contacts to secure top-tier placements and exclusive opportunities.
• Campaign Oversight: Oversee multiple high-profile campaigns simultaneously, ensuring alignment with client objectives and timely execution of all deliverables.
• Team Management: Lead, mentor, and manage a high-performing team of publicists, fostering professional growth and ensuring effective collaboration.
• Crisis & Reputation Management: Develop and execute proactive crisis communications plans and manage sensitive media situations as needed.
• Industry Representation: Represent Audible Treats at key industry events, conferences, and networking functions to enhance the firm’s brand and market presence.

Requirements

• Experience: A minimum of 5-10 years of progressive experience in public relations, communications, or a related field, with a strong emphasis on music, film, TV, fashion, or pop culture.
• Leadership: Demonstrated experience in leading teams and managing high-level publicity campaigns.
• Cultural Expertise: Deep knowledge and passion for Black culture and history, particularly hip-hop. With over 90% of our clients rooted in the hip-hop scene, you must live and breathe the culture.
• Media Network: An expansive and well-established network of media contacts, with a proven track record of securing high-profile placements.
• Strategic Thinking: Excellent strategic planning, project management, and problem-solving skills.
• Communication Skills: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft compelling narratives and press materials.

Bonus Points

• Experience working with Latin music or Afrobeats artists.
• Experience securing fashion-related opportunities for clients (fashion week events, photoshoots, collaborations).
• Background in crisis communications and executive-level media training.
• A history of negotiating red carpet placements and securing exclusive high-profile event opportunities.

Job Details

• Job Type: Full-time
• Salary: based on experience
• Benefits: Health insurance, generous paid time off, 401(k) matching, new business commissions, and an annual professional development allowance.
• Schedule: Monday to Friday
• Remote: Monday, Thursday, Friday
• In-Office (Brooklyn): Tuesday, Wednesday
• Education: Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred
• Office Location: Brooklyn

To Apply

Applicants should submit a resume, examples of recent high-impact placements, three writing samples (including press releases and pitches), and two professional references.