Penguin Random House is hiring: Associate Publicist - (Hybrid) in New York

Associate Publicist - (Hybrid)
Alfred A. Knopf is currently seeking an Associate Publicist to work on a wide variety of fiction, poetry, and nonfiction titles—with a particular focus on Knopf’s poetry list.

Responsibilities

Executing media campaigns for both paperback and hardcover titles across a range of genres, including securing national, regional, and niche media (radio, TV, print, online, newsletters, podcast).

Independently planning and executing author tours, including author travel, and maintaining detailed author schedules.

Accompanying authors to local NYC based interviews and bookselling events.

Developing and maintaining strong working relationships with producers, editors, book reviewers, event coordinators, festivals, and booksellers.

Communicating and building partnerships with agents, as well as managing high-touch author care.

Creating persuasive press materials, including press releases, pitch letters, author Q&As, and story ideas.

Reading manuscripts ahead of publication and contributing to publicity plans.

Collaborating with the editorial, marketing, and sales teams on campaign execution.

Identifying new media opportunities to build on existing contacts and brainstorm creative angles for our list.

Hybrid Working Arrangement
At least two days per week in our offices at 1745 Broadway in New York City. Candidates who can work from a commutable distance in the tri-state area (NY, NJ, CT, & PA) will also be considered.

Minimum qualifications

Minimum of 2 years of publicity experience in a publishing environment.

Ability to work independently as well as in a collaborative team setting.

Ability to meet deadlines, multitask, and prioritize.

Ability to independently manage campaign budgets.

Strong attention to detail and organization skills.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Must be a creative and strategic thinker.

Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Knowledge of Muck Rack, Reletter, Podchaser, or similar media databases is a plus.

Interest in poetry and the evolving media landscape is a plus.

Compensation and Benefits
Salary: $56,000.

All positions are currently eligible for annual profit award or bonus, subject to company results.

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, and generous paid time off.

Equal Opportunity
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.

Application Deadline
Please apply by June 19th, 2026.

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