Write media releases, biographies, profiles, features, speeches, radio and television scripts and other communication materials. Write, design and produce newsletters, posters, print ad mats and brochures. Create media kits, including development of biographies, photos, quote pages, media clippings, pitch letters, creative packaging, and other promotional materials. Plan and manage events, including media conferences, album launches and other corporate events. Plan and implement publicity campaigns regionally and nationally, including writing and distributing media releases and securing maximum coverage (features, interviews, reviews, etc.) through follow up. Research, plan and implement advertising and marketing campaigns, including negotiating media buys and sponsorships, developing print, radio, television and outdoor ads, coordinating direct mail and email campaigns, etc. Develop innovative cross promotions with retailers, venues, media, etc. Liaise with photographers, including coordinating photo shoots and selecting, reproducing and printing photos. Work with graphic designers to design and lay out biographies, media kit packaging, brochures, newsletters, concert programs, flyers, onsite displays, signage, album artwork, and other promotional materials. Work with website developers to create and design websites. Research, plan and organize live performance tours for musical artists and comedians, including venue selection and negotiation, ticket pricing and sales, advertising, marketing and publicity.