Publicity Assistant, Dk

Job Description

Publicity Assistant, DK (Hybrid)

We are seeking a Publicity Assistant to join our team. The Publicity Assistant for DK will report directly to the Publicity Manager working with a wide array of nonfiction books and authors, multi-media brands, journalists, and influencers. This is the ideal position for a curious, confident, self-motivated person who loves books across genres, has an understanding of the media, and is interested in learning how to execute publicity strategy. This role will require some days in-office each week in New York City.

Please apply by the due date of April 24, 2024 and include your resume.

Specific responsibilities include:
• Drafting publicity materials, including pub slips, press releases, and pitches
• Responding to a variety of emails and calls from media, authors, booksellers, other employees at all levels of the organization, and external clients and contacts
• Coordinating and executing review copy mailings, trade submissions, and influencer packages
• Performing online research to acquire publicity contacts and updating media lists
• Gathering and filing press clips and other publicity campaign data
• Booking author travel and organizing book tour itineraries (events & media schedules) for campaigns
• Coordinating logistics for meetings, including calendar schedules, preparing meeting materials, and taking notes
• Processing invoices, maintaining title budgets on supervisor's campaigns, and helping with data entry related to campaigns
• Select and prep titles for award submissions and distribute winner information to colleagues

Please apply if you meet the following minimum requirements:
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and set priorities
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively with a team
• Strong interest in book publishing, publicity and media relations, and in books across genres
• Proficiency in all Microsoft Office programs

For any questions you may have, please refer to our FAQ page here.

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-rj07w1-3-134-118-95-42 in your application.