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DDA is hiring: Director- Vice President, U.S. Film & Strategy (Depending on expe
DDA is hiring: Director- Vice President, U.S. Film & Strategy (Depending on expeDDA • Los Angeles, CA, United States
DDA is hiring : Director- Vice President, U.S. Film & Strategy (Depending on expe

DDA is hiring : Director- Vice President, U.S. Film & Strategy (Depending on expe

DDA • Los Angeles, CA, United States
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Director-Vice President, U.S. Film & Strategy

Position Summary :

DDA is seeking a confident, strategic, and highly organized Director-Vice President (depending on experience level) to help lead our U.S. Film & Strategy team which has teams in both LA and NYC. This senior-level role is suited to a seasoned executive with extensive agency experience in film publicity and industry strategy. You’ll win business, drive high‑impact campaigns across film, television and streaming, and serve as a trusted advisor to studios, independents, streamers and filmmakers.

This role demands a dynamic leader from development through distribution with deep industry relationships. You will shape and execute comprehensive campaign strategies, lead cross‑functional teams, win new business and uphold DDA’s gold‑standard reputation.

Responsibilities

  • Continue to build and grow the domestic film team in the U.S., collaborating across offices in LA and NYC.
  • Strong leader and manager.
  • Bring in new film and TV clients.
  • Provide expert counsel to clients on positioning, submissions, timelines, and industry landscape.
  • Responsible for project outcomes and managing employee work throughout campaign duration.
  • Review all campaign strategies, press releases and media campaigns to ensure on‑point communications.
  • Provide on‑going strategic counsel to all clients.
  • Respond to new client directives and expectations.
  • Supervise execution of multi‑component press campaigns and analyze results to determine next steps.
  • Ensure that all responses to journalists and media inquiries are on‑campaign.
  • Anticipate industry changes and develop creative solutions.
  • Refine new business pitches and lead presentations for large account opportunities.
  • Present campaign strategy and executional plan to clients.
  • Identify and oversee potential lines of new business for DDA and gather the right teams to execute on the client’s needs / goals.
  • Define fees and scope of work with clients.
  • Experience working with film festivals and willingness to travel.
  • 3 days in‑office / week.
  • Subject to change

Qualifications

  • Film PR experience.
  • BS / BA in Public Relations, Communications, or relevant field.
  • At least 10+ years’ relevant experience in domestic Film PR strategy.
  • Proven ability to bring in new business and manage existing clients representing (as the DDA U.S. Film PR / Strategist) the wider film and TV industry.
  • Clear and confident delegator who welcomes a high level of leadership and responsibility with managing the team in actively presenting opportunities for hold open conversations around this.
  • Significant experience managing client businesses including large scale engagements for multiple clients.
  • Exceptional relationship building skills, with a focus on relationships with clients, senior management and significant stakeholders.
  • Strong experience with growing accounts and new business opportunities, with demonstrable examples.
  • Demonstrated experience in leading and supporting a wider team. Previous experience managing account manager level employees, carrying out appraisals and assisting with their progression at DDA.
  • Professional, leader, team player, proactive, and personable demeanor.
  • Self‑motivated, self‑starter, takes initiative and follows through.
  • Effective listening, strong verbal, and written communications skills.
  • Strong organizational, time‑management skills and work ethic.
  • Accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
  • Proven track record in leading award‑winning campaigns and securing new business.
  • Strategy : Highly organized, analytical thinker with a sharp eye for creative campaign execution.
  • Travel : Willingness and flexibility to travel as required.

    • About DDA

    DDA is a leading global creative marketing and strategic communications agency working in the entertainment and brands spaces. With offices in Los Angeles, New York, London and Dubai we offer a bespoke service and truly global reach for festivals, networks, platforms, producers, distributors, financiers, government organizations and brands.

    DDA provides creative and insightful strategies, tailored campaign solutions and a ‘round‑the‑clock’ service across all the agency’s lines of business, which includes U.S. and U.K. Film and Series Campaigns, Strategic Consumer and Corporate Communications, Influencer management, Social Media, Personal Publicity Representation, Design, Creative Studio, International and Festival publicity, Live Event Production, Gaming, Brands (DNA) and Awards.

    DDA Values

  • Being Bold – partners a boldness of spirit with a deep trust of their colleagues and a respect for alternative points of view.
  • Creating Community – enjoy working together and consistently respect and support each other to achieve the best results for our clients. To create a harmonious, inclusive and enjoyable office environment, whilst fostering initiatives that strengthen team bonding and interaction.
  • Making a Contribution – always seek opportunities to help others and to improve everyone’s day‑to‑day experience and learning. Everyone is accountable for their contribution to the gold standard results we achieve.
  • Understanding our Roots – be proud of DDA’s legacy and continue to play a leading role in forging the future of the industry.
  • Encouraging Growth – challenge yourself to exceed expectations and always seek opportunities for development with the guidance of the experienced senior team.

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