Publicist, Studios UK

Job ID 10155392 Location London, United Kingdom Business The Walt Disney Company (EMEA) Date posted Jul. 13, 2026

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Job Summary:

About the Role & Team

Join the Studios UK Publicity team and help bring some of the world's most iconic entertainment to audiences across the UK.

As a Publicist, you will support the delivery of imaginative and impactful publicity campaigns across theatrical releases and Disney+ Studios content. Working closely with Publicity Managers, cross-functional teams and media partners, you'll play an important role in creating memorable campaigns, building strong industry relationships and ensuring our stories connect with audiences in meaningful ways.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to develop their career in film publicity and communications, gaining exposure to award campaigns, talent-led activity, media relations, influencer engagement and high-profile events. If selected for this role, you will report to the Publicity Manager.

This role will be based in our London Hammersmith office, 4 days a week, with either a Monday or Friday working from home.

You'll join a team grounded in our Disney values — acting with Integrity, welcoming everyone through Inclusion, embracing boundless Creativity, working together through Collaboration and caring deeply for our Community. These values shape how we work and how we support one another every day.

What You Will Do

Support the Publicity Managers in developing and delivering industry-leading publicity and communications campaigns across theatrical releases and Disney+ Studios branded content.
Help coordinate publicity activity across internal teams, media partners and The Walt Disney Company's wider lines of business to ensure campaigns are integrated, impactful and audience focused.
Work closely with US publicity and awards teams to support screenings, set visits, awards campaigns, UK press activity, talent schedules, media logistics, guest management and security processes.
Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including selected synergy partners across The Walt Disney Company.
Manage day-to-day communications planning, publicity calendars and media contact databases.
Ensure publicity assets and materials are localised, accurate, up to date and available through distribution platforms such as image.net and DMS.
Support media outreach, content rollouts, exclusives and pitching opportunities across print, broadcast, online and emerging media channels.
Act as a point of contact for media enquiries, responding efficiently and proactively to requests.
Monitor industry trends, competitor activity and changes across the media landscape, sharing insights that help shape campaign strategy.
Partner with Digital Marketing, Social Media and Influencer teams to identify and engage priority influencers, supporting screenings, events and content opportunities.
Support the planning and delivery of premieres, screenings and publicity events, helping create exceptional experiences while driving meaningful media and influencer coverage.
Assist with the guidance and day-to-day support of Publicity Interns, helping foster a collaborative and inclusive team environment.
Produce campaign recaps and reports, evaluating publicity activity and communicating results to stakeholders.

Required Qualifications & Skills

Experience working within film, entertainment, publicity, communications or a related creative industry environment.
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with confidence engaging with a variety of stakeholders.
Experience building effective working relationships across teams and functions.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work.
Ability to work collaboratively within a fast-paced environment while maintaining flexibility and adaptability.
A proactive approach to problem solving and identifying opportunities to enhance campaign performance.
Interest in media relations, publicity strategy, communications and audience engagement.
Ability to analyse information, monitor campaign performance and contribute insights and recommendations.
Passion for storytelling and helping connect audiences with compelling entertainment content.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience supporting theatrical film publicity campaigns.
Knowledge of the UK media landscape across print, broadcast, digital and social platforms.
Passion for film and the entertainment industry.
Experience supporting events, screenings or talent-led publicity activity.
Familiarity with influencer engagement and social-first communications strategies.

The Perks

25 days annual leave
Private medical insurance and dental care
Free Park Entry for you, your family and friends
Disney discounts on selected products, resort food and beverage, and ticketing
Excellent parental and guardian leave
Employee Resource Groups including WOMEN @ Disney, Disney Mosaic, Disney PRIDE, ENABLED and TRUST

The Walt Disney Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to be a diverse workforce representative of our audiences, where everyone can thrive and belong. We are committed to building teams that include and respect a variety of voices, identities, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation throughout the application and interview process and while performing essential job functions. Please contact us if you require an accommodation.

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About The Walt Disney Company (EMEA):

Disney EMEA aims to drive growth, innovation and brand affinity across an extremely diverse collection of countries with a team of over 6,000 employees operating in 59 markets with offices in 29 countries.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with The Walt Disney Company Limited, which is part of a business we call The Walt Disney Company (EMEA).

The Walt Disney Company Limited is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, colour, religion or belief, sex, nationality, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, disability or pregnancy or maternity. Disney fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.

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