Publicity Manager, Celadon

Celadon Books, a division of Macmillan Publishers, is seeking a Publicity Manager to lead publicity campaigns for high‑priority fiction, lifestyle, and expert‑driven nonfiction titles.

What you'll do:

Lead high‑visibility publicity campaigns from launch planning through long‑lead and publication phases.

Secure national and regional media across broadcast, print, digital, podcasts, and emerging platforms through compelling, targeted outreach.

Plan and execute author tours and events, managing logistics, media appearances, and bookseller and festival coordination.

Draft and shape all press materials, including pitch letters, press releases, Q&A, and strategic talking points.

Collaborate closely with editorial, marketing, sales, and agents to align campaign strategy and maximize visibility across all channels.

Oversee paperback publicity strategy, including re‑engagement plans, repackaging hooks, and long‑lead follow‑up.

What you'll bring:

Minimum 5 years’ experience in publicity.

Initiative and ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, small team environment with self‑direction and prioritization.

Established relationships with key media bookers across broadcast, print, digital, and podcasts.

Proven ability to multi‑task in a deadline‑driven, collaborative environment.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong organization, and keen attention to detail.

Ability to escort and travel domestically with authors by car, train, and plane when needed.

Understanding of AI models for research and development of campaigns; curiosity around new uses of AI for workflow optimization is a plus.

Must be present in the office as needed for author management, group in‑person brainstorms or projects, and select group events.

Fluency in Microsoft Office, Excel, etc.

Familiarity with Muckrack, NetGalley, and Edelweiss.

This role will have an annual salary of $74,000–$82,000.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to reflecting a broad representation of differences – race, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, physical ability, age, family status, economic background and status, geographical background and status, and perspective – in our workplace.

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