DAVID ROBERSON -- Publicist PRODUCTION COMPANIES/FILM FESTIVALS/FILMMAKERS/FILMS Create and execute publicity campaigns for independent and studio-based films, DVD/home video releases and film festivals in conjunction with distributors and filmmakers for national and limited releases. Set up screenings for potential distributors and acquisitions executives for films seeking distribution. Assist in creation of production notes, photo selects, EPK’s, press releases and biographies. Maintain corporate public relations for entertainment-related companies. PROJECT-DRIVEN PERSONAL PUBLICITY Conduct public relations on behalf of producers, filmmakers, executives, actors, writers, authors and composers. Pitch, schedule, coordinate and facilitate interviews and photo shoots for trade and entertainment consumer press. Schedule promotional tours and secure local-market and national press in support of current and upcoming projects, including: album releases, book releases, film releases, concerts and personal appearances. Write press releases and biographies, prepare press kits. Secure invitations for clients for appropriate and prestigious panels, film festivals, roundups, industry events and premieres. Handle ad hoc charity and appearance requests for clients. UNIT PUTLICITY/FILMS Create and execute publicity campaigns working alongside studio and production company executives to develop pitches that generate press coverage for the film production, filmmakers and cast. Arrange set-visits with national and local print and broadcast outlets and schedule unit photographers. When appropriate, place items, photographs and interviews in national and local market media. CORPORATE PUBLIC RELATIONS Maintain corporate public relations for companies, products and brands seeking to enhance their image and increase sales through entertainment industry branding. Perform entertainment industry outreach and increase brand awareness with tastemakers and trendsetters in the entertainment industry. Liaise between client and appropriate editors and segment producers to build awareness and promote editorial coverage in print, online, and electronically. Pitch products for inclusion in photo shoots, gift bags, gift issues, special issues, special events, film festivals and appropriate magazines for the target market. Write press releases and biographies, prepare press kits. SPECIAL EVENTS/PREMIERES/LAUNCHES/OPENINGS Organize, credential and orchestrate media attendance on the red carpet for special events and parties. Build awareness and anticipation of an event with the press and target market. Secure awards recipients and presenters. Invite celebrity and press attendees. Pitch, schedule, coordinate and facilitate interviews, photo shoots and write press releases and biographies, prepare press kits in support of the event. UNIT PUBLICITY/TELEVISION Create and execute publicity campaigns for nationally syndicated or network shows. Work alongside studio and production company executives, attend all production meetings and show tapings to develop pitches that generate press coverage for the production and the host. Arrange set-visits with national and local print and broadcast outlets and schedule unit photographers when appropriate. Place items, photographs and show clips in national and local market media. Schedule and facilitate radio and satellite media tours. Service press breaks, prepare weekly status and monthly clip reports. Assist in creation of press releases, biographies and correspondence.Preaching the gospel! Spreading the word! Bringing friends and neighbors to the cause.1 Life 11 Dimensions.