Publicity Assistant, Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group (Hybrid)

Company: Penguin Random House LLC
Location: New York
Posted on: February 3, 2025

Job Description:

Penguin Random House is the leading adult and children's publishing house in North America, the United Kingdom and many other regions around the world. In publishing the best books in every genre and subject for all ages, we are committed to quality, excellence in execution, and innovation throughout the entire publishing process: editorial, design, marketing, publicity, sales, production, and distribution. Our vibrant and diverse international community of nearly 250 publishing brands and imprints include Ballantine Bantam Dell, Berkley, Clarkson Potter, Crown, DK, Doubleday, Dutton, Grosset & Dunlap, Little Golden Books, Knopf, Modern Library, Pantheon, Penguin Books, Penguin Press, Penguin Random House Audio, Penguin Young Readers, Portfolio, Puffin, Putnam, Random House, Random House Children's Books, Riverhead, Ten Speed Press, Viking, and Vintage, among others. More information can be found at http://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/.

Do not pass up this chance, apply quickly if your experience and skills match what is in the following description.

Job description: The Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group, a storied leader in commercial and literary publishing and home to some of the most iconic authors in the world, including Nobel Laureates Toni Morrison, Kazuo Ishiguro, and Alice Munro; Prize-winners Chimamanda Ngozi Adiche, Margaret Atwood, Robert Caro, Joan Didion, Yaa Gyasi, Jhumpa Lahiri, Cormac McCarthy, Michael Ondaatje, Tommy Orange, Patti Smith, Anne Tyler, and Colson Whitehead; and global bestsellers Gabrielle Zevin, Michelle Zauner, and Jo Nesbo, is seeking a Publicity Assistant to join their team and provide day-to-day support to the Executive Director of Publicity. Responsibilities consist of both heavy administrative and project work.

The Role:

Support supervisor in all facets of their daily work: calendar management and scheduling; phone, email, letters, memos, and other written correspondence; running detailed sales reports; research on a variety of subjects; understanding of key toolsets (Bookscan, Muck Rack, TNT, Power BI, Microsoft Teams); handling mailings; other clerical support (notes, memos, etc.); event planning
Coordinate all internal and external communications efforts, including departmental meetings, agent and author calls, meetings with key media contacts, and more
Develop and write press releases, pitch letters, author Q&As, and press kits
Identify key audiences on a title-by-title basis, develop targeted mailing lists, and execute galley mailings
Contact with agents, authors, booksellers, and media
Coordination of publicity campaigns
Assist with planning for book tours, media outreach, detailed itineraries, and some author travel, where necessary
Manage several departmental tasks, including budget tracking, expenses, award submissions, subscriptions, and the like
This is a fast-paced, telephone, email, and internet-heavy position (Webex, Zoom, Microsoft Teams, etc.) that requires someone with an extremely professional manner and the ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines

This is a hybrid position with in-office responsibilities in our NYC office, which will include but not be limited to executing mailings and participating in and contributing to in-person meetings with authors and agents. We will consider candidates who can work from a commutable distance to our office at 1745 Broadway.

The Essentials:

Outstanding interpersonal and organizational skills
Exceptional writing skills and attention to detail
Ability to read on deadline
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks
Previous administrative experience
Excel, PowerPoint, Word required. Canva is a plus
Self-starter with the ability to develop new projects and departmental initiatives
Proactive approach to problem-solving
Strong interest in the book publishing industry
Fluent in digital technology and social media
A goal-oriented team player who can cultivate productive working relationship with internal and external stakeholders
Proficiency in creative problem solving, decision making, and time management
Book Publishing or Publicity/PR internship experience a plus but not required

The salary for this position is $51,000. All positions are currently eligible for annual profit award or bonus, subject to Company results.

Applications will be accepted through February 2nd. Please apply using our online application process and include a resume and cover letter with salary requirements.

Profile description: Penguin Random House job postings include a good faith compensation range for each open position. The salary range listed is specific to each particular open position and takes into account various factors including the specifics of the individual role, and candidate's relevant experience and qualifications.

Full-time employees are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program. Our range of benefits include, but are not limited to, Medical/Prescription drug insurance, Dental, Vision, Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account, Pre-Tax and Roth 401(k), Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Life/AD&D Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Student Loan Repayment Program, Educational Assistance & generous paid time off.

Penguin Random House is the leading adult and children's publishing house in North America, the United Kingdom and many other regions around the world. In publishing the best books in every genre and subject for all ages, we are committed to quality, excellence in execution, and innovation throughout the entire publishing process: editorial, design, marketing, publicity, sales, production, and distribution. Our vibrant and diverse international community of nearly 300 publishing brands and imprints include Ballantine Bantam Dell, Berkley, Clarkson Potter, Crown, DK, Doubleday, Dutton, Grosset & Dunlap, Little Golden Books, Knopf, Modern Library, Pantheon, Penguin Books, Penguin Press, Penguin Random House Audio, Penguin Young Readers, Portfolio, Puffin, Putnam, Random House, Random House Children's Books, Riverhead, Ten Speed Press, Viking, and Vintage, among others. More information can be found at http://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/.

Penguin Random House values the array of talents and perspectives that a diverse workforce brings. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

Company: Penguin Random House LLC

Country: United States of America

State/Region: New York

City: New York

Postal Code: 10019

Job ID: 277176
Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.

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