Associate Publicist - (Hybrid)

Associate Publicist (Hybrid)
Alfred A. Knopf seeks an Associate Publicist for fiction, poetry, and nonfiction titles, primarily focusing on the poetry list.

Responsibilities

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

Planning and executing author tours, including travel and maintaining detailed schedules.

Accompanying authors to local NYC based interviews and bookselling events.

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

Communicating and building partnerships with agents, managing high‑touch author care.

Creating persuasive press materials (press releases, pitch letters, author Q&A, story ideas).

Reading manuscripts ahead of publication and contributing to publicity plans.

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

Identifying new media opportunities and brainstorming creative angles.

Qualifications

Minimum of 2 years of publicity experience in publishing.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Strong organization and prioritization skills.

Experience managing campaign budgets.

Excellent written and verbal communication.

Creative and strategic thinker.

Proficient in Microsoft Office.

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

Interest in poetry and evolving media landscape a plus.

Benefits
All positions are eligible for a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, flexible spending, 401(k), disability, life insurance, commuter benefits, student loan repayment, educational assistance, and generous paid time off.

Salary
Salary is $56,000 per year; eligible for annual profit award or bonus subject to company results.

Work Location
Hybrid; requires at least 2–3 days per week in our offices at 1745 Broadway, New York City. Remote work considered for tri‑state area (NY, NJ, CT, PA).

EEO Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

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