Publicity Assistant, Random House Group (Hybrid)

Company 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 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 LLC

New York, United States, NY 10019

hybrid

USD 55,000 (Yearly)

Job Description
Founded in 1925, Random House is the proud publishing house of many of the world’s most acclaimed storytellers, thought leaders, and innovators. Our host of imprints publish original fiction and nonfiction in all formats with the mission to entertain, educate, and inspire readers for generations.

We are currently seeking a Publicity Assistant to join the Random House Group publicity department to support our team on campaigns for media-driven fiction and nonfiction books across the Random House Group working with the Random House, Dial Press, One World, Hogarth, and Modern Library imprints. This position provides an intensive education in trade book publishing in a fast-paced, exciting, and highly collaborative environment.The Publicity Assistant role is the ideal position for a curious, confident, self-motivated person who loves books across all genres, understands and consumes media, and is interested in learning how to execute publicity strategy.

Specific responsibilities include:

Assisting publicity staff with high profile media campaigns for bestselling authors.

Communicating with media, booksellers, in-house colleagues, authors, and agents.

Pitching media and bookstores.

Creating and managing details in author itineraries.

Updating internal documents and systems.

Coordinating mailings, publicity materials, and review copy requests.

Organizing travel and hotel logistics for author tours and special events.

Processing invoices, maintaining title budgets for supervisors’ campaigns, and helping with data entry related to campaigns.

Performing online research to acquire publicity contacts and updating media lists.

Additional assignments, projects, and responsibilities, as needed.

Qualifications

Strong interest in book publishing, publicity and media relations, and in books across genres

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills

Ability to juggle priorities in a deadline-driven, fast-paced environment

Ability to work in a collaborative team environment

Self-starter who takes initiative and wants to learn and grow

Proficiency with social media, internet research, and Microsoft Office Suite

Additional Information
The salary for this position is $55,000.00.

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

This is a hybrid position with in-office responsibilities. We will consider candidates who can work from a commutable distance to our offices at 1745 Broadway, which includes the tri-state area (NJ, CT, & PA).

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.

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 values the array of talents and perspectives that a diverse workforce brings.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, or pregnancy.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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