Programs & Communications Specialist Location: Hybrid onsite schedule in Culver City, CA Schedule: 40 hours Duration: 12 months Pay: $68/hr-$71.64/hr DOE The Planet Group is looking for a Programs & Communications Specialist to join our well-known Fortune 500 client on a 12-months contract, working a hybrid schedule out of Culver City, CA. Programs & Communications Specialist | Qualifications: • 5+ years of experience in marketing, promotional partnerships, communications or operations -- ideally within a fast-paced, global organization across media and entertainment. • Exceptional collaborator and communicator who can influence without authority and drive alignment across diverse teams. • Team player who can also work independently in a high-volume, fast-paced environment. • Proven ability to manage projects end-to-end, from briefing through execution and delivery. • Strong strategic thinking and storytelling skills with the ability to synthesize complexity into clarity. • Comfortable navigating ambiguity and solving problems with creativity, insight, and empathy. • Experience building Keynote presentations required. • Partner-facing experience a plus. Programs & Communications Specialist | Responsibilities: • Manage project timelines and cross-functional alignment to ensure timely fulfillment of assets that power client's partner marketing efforts. • Drive the development of communications for all 3rd party partners, inclusive of Keynote slate updates, newsletters, email updates and more. • Support planning and execution of global partner events, collaborating effectively and efficiently with key stakeholders. • Oversee global partner screener site in tandem with video operations team, ensuring prompt distribution of titles to 3rd party partners for respective markets. • Ongoing marketing budget management including submitting monthly forecasts, opening POs and fielding invoice inquiries. • Foster relationships across the organization to unlock opportunities for partner engagement. • Influence executive stakeholders through structured thinking, exceptional communication, and a strong grasp of business dynamics.