Associate, Publishing - Hybrid

Job Description

Vintage Books is seeking an Associate to support the SVP, Deputy Publisher and occasionally the Associate Publishers for Backlist in a fast-paced environment. This is an excellent opportunity to gain exposure to all areas of the publishing process.

Specific responsibilities include:
• Research and create detailed sales reporting and analyze data to help inform seasonal publishing decisions; provide individual title sales and laydown information, author sales history as needed; and more
• Create and distribute weekly, monthly, and seasonal reports and / or updates
• Core member of media tie-in team: maintain tie-in tracking grid, assist with outreach to studios, coordinate tie-in sticker process
• Assist with researching competition for publishing planning (timing, pricing)
• Research and report on inventory needs
• Handle special projects to support the overall efforts of the imprint
• Schedule department meetings, coordinate meeting agendas, gather meeting materials, and take minutes
• Overall/catch-all admin for the department: process expense reports, order books, etc.

Please apply if you meet the following minimum requirements:
• Minimum of 1-2 years of publishing experience
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and set priorities
• Creative, analytical thinker with strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to communicate appropriately across all levels and divisions of the company as well as with external parties
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively with a team
• Proficiency in all Microsoft Office Programs, strong Excel skills required

The salary for this position is $53,000. All positions are currently eligible for annual profit award or bonus, subject to Company results.

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. 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 & generous paid time off.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-d8xb5q-3-17-166-43-42 in your application.