FGS Global is the world’s leading stakeholder strategy firm, with approximately 1,400 professionals around the world, advising clients in navigating critical issues and reputational challenges. FGS was formed from the combination of Finsbury, The Glover Park Group, Hering Schuppener and Sard Verbinnen & Co to offer board-level and C-suite counsel in all aspects of stakeholder strategy — including corporate reputation, crisis management, and public affairs and is also the leading force in transaction and financial communications worldwide.
FGS offers seamless and integrated support with offices in the following locations: Abu Dhabi, Amsterdam, Beijing, Berlin, Boston, Brussels, Calgary, Chicago, Dubai, Dublin, Düsseldorf, Frankfurt, Hong Kong, Houston, Kingston, London, Los Angeles, Munich, Paris, Riyadh, San Francisco, Shanghai, Singapore, South Florida, The Hague, Tokyo, Toronto, Vancouver, Washington, D.C., and Zurich. The firm is headquartered in New York.
FGS is consistently ranked a Band 1 PR firm for Crisis & Risk Management and for Litigation Support by Chambers and Partners. For the second year, FGS was ranked #1 Global M&A PR firm by Deal Count and Value in 2024 by Mergermarket.
FGS Global, a leading communications and government affairs consulting firm, is seeking an insightful and sharp Strategic Communications professional to join the firm’s Entertainment Practice. This position can be based in our Los Angeles, Washington, D.C. or New York City office.
This Associate position is a unique opportunity for someone interested in communications, public relations, press engagement and crisis management to develop research, writing, media and project management skills at a prestigious firm with high-profile clients in the entertainment and media space. This position requires a proactive mindset, good judgment and a high degree of confidentiality.
FGS Global’s Entertainment Practice sits at the intersection of D.C., New York and Hollywood. As the conversation around content now extends well beyond traditional entertainment channels, FGS draws on our record of managing complex issues to help our clients reach their audiences. For well over a decade, we’ve worked with movie studios, filmmakers, producers and entertainment / media organizations to promote content, create issue-based partnerships, amplify messages and navigate the shifting landscape of government, business, NGOs, the media and the public.
In this role, you will:
Work effectively as part of the team to support the communications staff of numerous clients in the entertainment / media sector
Research concepts and content on a quick turn, including media monitoring (both traditional and social media) and analysis
Use refined research skills to assemble strategy and research memos
Write and edit high-level documents, focusing on strategic thinking and clear, concise grammatical style
Support the team in develop traditional, digital and social media strategies
Develop pitches and engage in media outreach across print, online and broadcast media
Provide administrative support to the Entertainment Team, including scheduling meetings, taking notes, occasionally helping to plan team functions, etc.
Position requirements:
Bachelor’s degree (a plus if it is in a related field such as communications, English, journalism, political science, entertainment, media or business)
Internships or previous experience in public relations, corporate communications, journalism, politics, and entertainment / media are encouraged
Proficiency with Microsoft Office required
Knowledge of / interest in entertainment and media preferred
The ideal candidate:
Is professional, intellectually curious, discreet and enthusiastic to learn
Can demonstrate superior writing, editing and research skills, with strong analytical and organizational abilities
Understands the media landscape and takes a proactive interest in traditional and emerging media trends
Is a dedicated, collegial team player with a positive attitude and excellent people and communications skills
Thrives under pressure, with the ability to handle multiple projects in a demanding, deadline-oriented environment – all while maintaining meticulous attention to detail
Is able and willing to work sometimes-long hours to support client teams when called upon
Is viewed as trustworthy, reliable and accessible team member
Can work with direction, manage own time and handle multiple projects simultaneously
Demonstrates a strong sense of ownership and urgency for job responsibilities; action-oriented and self-motivated; willing to take initiative to suggest to ideas, opportunities and strategies
New York City Salary Range
$70,000—$70,000 USD