Publicity Manager, Penguin Press

Job Description

Publicity Manager, Penguin Press (Open to Remote)

The Penguin Press imprint at Penguin Random House is seeking a Publicity Manager to independently execute publicity campaigns while developing and maintaining strong relationships with the media. Dedicated to publishing quality nonfiction and literary fiction, Penguin Press brings to market ideas that matter, storytelling that lasts, and books that don't just start conversations, but ignite them. Its prestigious list of authors includes: Zadie Smith, Michael Pollan, Ocean Vuong, Ron Chernow, Celeste Ng, Maggie Haberman, Greta Thunberg, Thomas Pynchon, Robert Sapolsky, Steve Coll, Chuck Klosterman, Mark Leibovich, Ottessa Moshfegh, Steve Inskeep, Emily Oster, Karl Ove Knausgaard, Alice Waters, Henry Louis Gates Jr., and Elif Batuman, among others. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with bestselling, award-winning authors on a wide variety of distinguished titles alongside a supportive team.

Specific responsibilities include:
• Independently plans and executes media campaigns that will maximize exposure for authors and their books including creating press materials, securing national and local media, and managing author tours.
• Identifies new media opportunities to build on existing media contacts and brainstorms creative angles for our campaigns.
• Manages high-touch author care, interview prep and occasional media training, and attentive communication with agents, outside firms, booksellers, and key in-house departments.
• Develops and strengthens relationships with media and marketplace/industry contacts.
• Collaborates on our campaigns with Marketing, Sales, Editorial, and Subsidiary Rights.
• Presents Penguin Press list to broadcast, print, online media outlets, and lecture venues.
• Handles select department responsibilities and represents the imprint at various meetings, functions, and industry events.

Please apply if you meet the following minimum requirements:
• Minimum 5 years of publishing publicity experience
• Keen interest in literary nonfiction and fiction
• Ability to work independently as well as in a collaborative team environment
• Strong relationships with national and regional media contacts
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and meet tight deadlines
• Excellent presentation skills
• Knowledge of the media, marketplace and competition
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook)
• Knowledge of Cision, Muckrack, and Publishers Work Bench, a plus

The salary range for this position is $73,000-$75,000. All positions are currently eligible for annual profit award or bonus, subject to Company results.

Please include a cover letter with your résumé.

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-rj19b2-216-73-216-0-42 in your application.