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Marketing Director

Bloomsbury Publishing · New York, NY, USA ·

Pay:
$110,000-$110,000/yr
Job type:
Seasonal

Marketing DirectorDevelop and implement innovative marketing campaigns for the Bloomsbury Adult list, from launch to publication and beyond. Oversee Adult Library Marketing, Independent bookstore marketing, Bloomsbury's social media channels, and liaise with sales teams. Reporting to the Senior Director of Marketing, Publicity and Communications, the Marketing Director will work closely with the entire Marketing and Publicity team as well as other departments across the company, including with other Bloomsbury territories on shared global campaigns. Forward-thinking, collaborative, and able to devise marketing strategies using current and creative approaches.RequirementsConcept and direct marketing campaigns for the Bloomsbury Adult list from launch to publication and beyondManage the creation of marketing and advertising materials from start to finish, including writing copy and collaborating with the design teamPrepare presentations for and lead seasonal meetings with internal and distribution sales force as well as author and departmental meetings and bi-weekly marketing meetingsManage seasonal calendar and supply sales and marketing materials to internal sales team and Macmillan sales groupServe as lead marketer for select titles, developing and executing marketing and advertising campaigns, including priority titles, maintain relationships with authors related to promotional and marketing opportunities and activityDevelop partnerships with outside companies to help promote our booksManage relationship with independent booksellers, including email outreachPlan, attend, and present at in-person annual conferences including Winter Institute and ALACreate social media campaigns and strategize overall brand and platform growth, including working directly with authors in coordination with Senior Social Media ManagerManage and mentor Senior Marketing Manager and Assistant Marketing ManagerLiaise and work collaboratively with global marketing team to share ideas and plansMedia planning and buying for all campaigns including conception and copywriting, working with ad promo departmentProvide feedback and marketing plans for editorial acquisitionsOversee all social media presence for Bloomsbury Adult, and advise authors on social mediaLiaise with website team on Bloomsbury adult US merchandising and updatingPerson specification - Knowledge, qualifications and experiencePossess a keen understanding of book marketing, specifically in the adult literature spaceStrong communication, organization, time management, and writing skillsExcellent presentation skills, with experience presenting to large groupsWorking knowledge of digital marketing and social media platformsAbility to work independently and collaborativelyFluency in Microsoft Office productsEight years+ of experience in book publishing with a preference given to candidates with adult fiction and nonfiction book marketing experienceCollege degree requiredLocation(Hybrid) Candidates must reside in the NY tri-state area and be able to work in the office 2 days per week.Equal Opportunity EmploymentBloomsbury Publishing USA is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. Our company has always followed and will continue to follow a policy of providing equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, sex, ethnicity, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.We welcome and celebrate talent from all backgrounds and believe that belonging and inclusion are crucial elements to our success. We are dedicated to actively and continuously improving our practices to better support all of our employees.BenefitsMedical insuranceVision insuranceDental insurance401(k)Paid parental leaveHybrid Work ScheduleSalary range: $110,000 - $120,000