[Remote] Publicity Coordinator, Theatrical & Awards (Contract)

September 19, 2026

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Crunchyroll delivers anime and manga experiences across streaming, theatrical, games, merchandise, and events for a global fan community. The Publicity Coordinator will support the Film & Awards publicity team through administrative, logistical, reporting, media outreach, event, awards campaign, and press support activities.

Responsibilities

Provide administrative support for the Theatrical & Awards publicity team
Coordinate weekly and project reporting, press coverage tracking and internal reporting documents
Maintain and organize press lists, databases and publicity assets ensuring comprehensive media and journalists across relevant media verticals
Coordinating meeting schedules, agendas, presentations and internal documents for the teams
Staff events, screenings, conventions and press activities as needed
Support the submission process for awards by organizing materials and required assets
Field incoming press inquiries and coordinate responses in a timely and professional manner
Staff events, conventions, and press junkets as needed
Coordinate travel and itineraries for talent, creative and artists during press junkets and tours
Perform additional administrative duties and special projects to support the team

Skills

2+ years of experience in media relations or a related field, preferably within entertainment, film or streaming content
A 4-year college degree in Communications, Public Relations, English, or related field
1+ years of professional experience with in Microsoft Office, PowerPoint or Keynote, Google Suite, MuckRack and Outlook
Experience communicating, both written and spoken, with internal and external stakeholders

Benefits

Performance bonuses may be included as part of Total Rewards offerings for employees.
Employer matched retirement savings may be included as part of Total Rewards offerings for employees.
Time-off programs may be included as part of Total Rewards offerings for employees.
Progressive health benefits and perks may be included as part of Total Rewards offerings for employees.

Company Overview

Crunchyroll is a video service provider for Japanese animated productions and Asian media services. It is a sub-organization of Funimation. It was founded in 2008, and is headquartered in Tokyo, Tokyo, JPN, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is

Company H1B Sponsorship

Crunchyroll has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 22 in 2026, 23 in 2025, 15 in 2024, 6 in 2023, 8 in 2022. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.

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