PR Coordinator - Benelux

Netflix is one of the world's leading entertainment services, with 283 million paid memberships in over 190 countries enjoying TV series, films and games across a wide variety of genres and languages. Members can play, pause and resume watching as much as they want, anytime, anywhere, and can change their plans at any time.

The Role

Do you live and breathe entertainment? Are you a born Communicator? Are you eager? Is there truly no task too big or too small? We may have just the opportunity for the right person to join our BENELUX PR team based in Amsterdam, the Netherlands.

It’s the chance to work with a team transforming television through quality series, films and documentaries that launch worldwide and an innovative platform that enables viewers to watch any time, on any device.

The Coordinator will play a key role in supporting the BENELUX PR team. This is a demanding and fast-moving position that requires a proactive, positive thinker who can exercise good judgment and initiative. The ideal candidate is well-versed in the social media and influencer landscape next to a great understanding of PR. They will also have experience in and/or passion for the film and TV industry. The PR Coordinator will be based in our Amsterdam office and will report to the Senior PR manager. 

Responsibilities

Will include but are not limited to: 

• Working with coordinators across the EMEA PR department to put in place a set of best practices that enable us to move quicker, bigger and better.

• Assisting with internal and external travel bookings and managing itineraries.

• Coordinating and supporting on-the-ground press PR activities such as press days, conferences, and more; This means: attending meetings, coordinating events, press releases and/or blogs, and/or other social media posts.

• Assisting with meeting schedules and facilitation, including help putting together presentations and coordinating audiovisual needs.

• Coordinating with outside agencies and vendors to track contracts and ensure timely payment.

• Tracking press coverage around Netflix films, series, and non-fiction titles.

• Updating & maintaining various lists, documents, and charts on the department’s Google Drive.

• Assigning screeners to journalists and maintaining all the subsequent listings.

• Budget tracking and raising POs.

• Uploading documents, photos, video, and other material to the Netflix Media Center & Newsroom as required.

• Support and shadowing in large PR campaigns.

• Coordinating and drafting internal newsletters.

Qualifications

• At least 4 years of PR experience focusing on publicity/ title PR in a studio or agency setting.

• Confident and able to express ideas and opinions thoughtfully.

• Poised and mature, not scared to speak up or challenge.

• Passionate about entertainment. A rabid fan of television, film, and pop culture. 

• Scrappy is resourceful and relentless in finding a solution before escalating issues. 

• Able to anticipate potential problems and know when to ask for help. 

• Aware that the world of PR is not a 9-5 job. 

• Organized, organized, organized -- i.e., there’s a label on your label maker. 

• Meticulous about the details, every single one of them.

• Thoroughly completes tasks and follows up.

• Able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously under deadlines and pressure.

• Able to pivot and adapt to shifting priorities without missing a beat.

• A proactive and positive contributor to the team.

• Knows Google Drive like the back of their hand.

• Able to function effectively as a part of a loosely coupled but highly-aligned team. 

• Effective in dealing with PR agencies, media, and internal executives. 

• An excellent communicator in both Dutch and English, proficient in email, phone, and in-person interactions.

Inclusion is a Netflix value and we strive to host a meaningful interview experience for all candidates. If you want an accommodation/adjustment for a disability or any other reason during the hiring process, please send a request to your recruiting partner.

We are an equal-opportunity employer and celebrate diversity, recognizing that diversity builds stronger teams. We approach diversity and inclusion seriously and thoughtfully. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, national origin, caste, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic makeup, marital status, or military service.