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Marketing Manager, Scribner Books

Simon & Schuster, Inc., New York, NY, United States


1230 Ave of the Americas, New York, NY 10036, USA

Job Description Posted Wednesday 11 March 2026 at 04:00

Simon & Schuster was named to Forbes magazine list of America's Best Mid-Size Employers 2022. Simon & Schuster is a global leader in general interest publishing, dedicated to providing the best in fiction and nonfiction for readers of all ages, and in all printed, digital and audio formats. Its distinguished roster of authors includes many of the world's most popular and widely recognized writers, and winners of the most prestigious literary honors and awards. It is home to numerous well-known imprints and divisions such as Simon & Schuster, Scribner, Atria Books, Gallery Books, Pocket Books, Adams Media, Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing and Simon & Schuster Audio and international companies in Australia, Canada, India and the United Kingdom, and proudly brings the works of its authors to readers in more than 200 countries and territories. For more information visit our website at www.simonandschuster.com.

The

Scribner imprint

is seeking a Marketing Manager to support its distinguished and time-honored publishing program. Founded in 1846, Scribner is a leading home for timeless fiction and nonfiction, publishing a diverse list that includes commercial and literary fiction, poetry, history, science, and narrative nonfiction.

The ideal candidate will have a broad interest in books and culture and the ability to develop thoughtful, multi-tiered marketing campaigns for a wide range of titles. This role requires someone who can work both independently and collaboratively across departments to execute impactful marketing strategies.

The Marketing Manager will be responsible for developing and executing marketing campaigns, analyzing sales and audience data, creating compelling content, managing social media strategies, and presenting insights and campaign plans to internal and external stakeholders.

This position reports to the VP, Deputy Publisher of the imprint .

Key Responsibilities

Develop and execute

15–20 frontlist marketing campaigns annually

Analyze

sales data and market trends

to identify opportunities for growth

Allocate and manage

title-level marketing budgets

Create and distribute

sales and marketing collateral

across multiple channels

Collaborate with

sales representatives and retail partners

to secure merchandising opportunities

Conceptualize creative assets for

advertising, sales materials, and promotional campaigns

Develop and implement

paid and organic social media strategies

Advise authors on

social media strategy

and manage author accounts when appropriate

Create and publish

digital content , including writing, editing, filming, and producing social media assets

Maintain consistent communication with

internal teams and external partners

throughout the publishing process

Identify and execute

strategic partnerships , including collaborations with social media creators and influencers

Manage

early reader and discovery platforms

such as Goodreads and NetGalley to maximize title visibility

Lead

sales and marketing meetings

with internal teams and external stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications

3–7 years of marketing experience

in book publishing or a related industry

Demonstrated success in

consumer-facing campaigns, digital marketing, social media strategy, and talent management

Advanced experience with advertising platforms and business manager tools across:

Meta

X

LinkedIn

Reddit

Google

TikTok

Strong familiarity with

publishing industry platforms , including:

Goodreads

NetGalley

BookScan

Experience using

prospecting tools

such as EduDataHub, MDR, and other niche media databases

Excellent

communication, writing, and presentation skills

Confidence presenting to

internal leadership and high-profile external stakeholders , including authors, celebrities, public figures, and thought leaders

Highly

organized, detail-oriented, collaborative, and adaptable

Strong understanding of the

evolving media and digital marketing landscape

Genuine interest in

current events, culture, and the publishing industry

A motivated professional interested in

long-term career growth within publishing

Simon & Schuster US is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet. At Simon & Schuster US, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do. From employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Simon & Schuster US is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status. The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York City, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable. Additionally, employees have access to our industry-first, Broad Based Ownership program, which makes all employees partners in our shared success.

Candidates hired for this or any other posted Simon & Schuster role will be employees of Simon & Schuster, LLC, subject to all policies , including theWorkplace Privacy Notice , and eligible solely for the benefits plans thereof.

1230 Ave of the Americas, New York, NY 10036, USA

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