Publicist (3-Month FTC)

Accepting applications until: 

21 August 2026

Job Description

Job Title: Publicist - 3-Month FTC

Your New Role: Publicist

 

We’re looking for an experience publicist to join the communications team at Global.

As a Publicist you’ll generate high profile, impactful press coverage for Global’s entertainment brands and initiatives, including Heart, Capital, Radio X, Official Big Top 40 by Global, Global Player, Global Original podcasts and Global’s Make Some Noise. You’ll be working with A-list talent on world famous brands in a wide and varied role.  

As a Publicist at Global, you will:

Key Responsibilities

• You’ll support the Head of Publicity on publicity for Capital, Heart and Radio X and Global’s entertainment podcasts. 
• You’ll work with the Head of Publicity and Programming teams to generate ideas to drive coverage, and you’ll respond quickly to show content to maximise coverage
• You’ll work on publicity plans for, and media management at, some of Global’s live events.
• You’ll lead the PR activity for your brands on the annual campaign for Global’s charity, Global’s Make Some Noise
• You’ll develop messaging and media materials such as press releases, media alerts
• You’ll organise and oversee photoshoots
• You’ll build and nurture relationships with journalists at target media outlets and with key internal and external stakeholders

What You’ll Love About This Role

Think Big: The opportunity to work on world-famous radio brands, podcasts and entertainment campaigns, creating standout moments that capture national attention and keep Global at the centre of popular culture.

Own It: The chance to lead on exciting, PR-worthy ideas from concept to coverage, taking real responsibility for delivering impactful campaigns that drive buzz for our brands and initiatives.

Keep it Simple: Turning complex campaign messages into clear, compelling stories that cut through, resonate with audiences and secure high-profile media coverage.

Better Together: Collaborating across multiple radio brands, podcasts, talent, internal teams and external partners to deliver joined-up, high-impact communications that achieve the best results.

What You’ll Need:

• A solid track record of music or entertainment publicity
• Socially-savvy and well-versed in influencer relations
• Strong relationships with journalists across print, online, broadcast and digital.
• A keen eye for newlines and showbiz
• High profile talent handling
• Writing for media, and a strong network of media contacts
• Working with different stakeholders internally and externally
• Multi-tasking and prioritising different demands
• Events experience is desired