Marketing Assistant, Vintage

Job Description

Marketing Assistant, Vintage (Hybrid)

Marketing at Vintage Books, an imprint of Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group, seeks a Marketing Assistant to join the team, reporting to the Executive Marketing Director and supporting our title marketing campaigns, multicultural marketing, and social media initiatives. This is an excellent opportunity to work closely with an innovative group of marketers collaborating in a fast-paced environment that oversees the marketing initiatives for our titles and authors while helping champion our Vintage Trade Paperback Originals program and right Vintage backlist to readers everywhere.

The Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group is a storied leader in commercial and literary publishing and home to some of the most iconic authors in the world, including Nobel Laureates Toni Morrison, Kazuo Ishiguro, and Alice Munro; Prize-winners Robert Caro, Joan Didion, Yaa Gyasi, Jhumpa Lahiri, Cormac McCarthy, Michael Ondaatje, Tommy Orange, Patti Smith, Anne Tyler, and Colson Whitehead; and global bestsellers Dan Brown, John Grisham, Erin Morgenstern, and Jo Nesbo.

The Marketing Assistant should be highly motivated, enthusiastic about publishing, and enjoy reading broadly and often. In addition, you'll work with colleagues in other departments within the division, especially our Publishing Office, Publicity, Marketing Operations, and Editorial groups. The Assistant will be a detail-oriented self-starter, a strong written and verbal communicator, and an organized multitasker who is comfortable asking for help when needed and wants to be an active participant on a collaborative team. If you can manage the details of urgent tasks immediately but also remember to step back, consider the big picture, and adjust your strategy when needed, you'll assume greater marketing responsibilities over time.

This hybrid position has occasional in-office responsibilities, including but not limited to in-office meetings, mailings, author visits or events, and daily ad hoc administrative projects. 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).

Please apply using our ATS system by April 4, 2024, and include your resume and cover letter for consideration. Before applying for any role at Penguin Random House we recommend you review our applicant resources page and FAQs page.

The Role:
• Assist with developing and executing marketing campaigns for select frontlist and backlist titles, including advertising, social media and influencer strategy, and partnerships
• Work closely with Associate Director on creating social media content for TikTok, Facebook, and Instagram
• Track campaign details and update marketing budget document, working closely with the Executive Director
• Collaborate with Creative Services, Publishing, Publicity, Editorial, Academic Marketing, Library Marketing, Audio Marketing, and Strategic Insights to ensure cohesive marketing plans and messaging
• Perform administrative tasks and provide additional support to the Executive Director and other members of the Vintage marketing team as necessary

The Essentials:
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time effectively
• Curious, collaborative, detail-oriented, and self-motivated, with excellent follow-through
• Knowledge and/or experience with social media platforms, especially TikTok and Instagram
• Great communication skills and ability to establish relationships with stakeholders
• Interest in book marketing for new and classic adult titles

Extra Credit:
• Previous marketing experience, with book marketing as a plus
• Experience with Basecamp
• Fluency with Canva or other creative design software like Photoshop
• Passionate about media and culture

The salary for this position is $48,000. 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-d8eok9-13-59-61-119-42 in your application.