Publicity & Marketing Assistant

Job Description

Publicity & Marketing Assistant (Hybrid)
We are seeking a highly organized and enthusiastic shared Publicity & Marketing Assistant to support the publicity and marketing teams for Ten Speed Press and Clarkson Potter. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain experience in both publicity and marketing within the publishing industry, working across a diverse range of titles and authors, including cookbooks, design books, graphic novels, gift products, pop culture and photography books. The ideal candidate is a proactive self-starter with excellent communication skills, a passion for lifestyle books, and a desire to learn and grow in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. This role will provide a comprehensive education in book publishing, working closely with various departments including Editorial, Sales, and Design. This is a hybrid position with in-office responsibilities that will require 3 days per week in the 1745 Broadway offices.
Specific responsibilities include:
Publicity:
• Assists with the coordination and execution of publicity campaigns, including media outreach, author events, and online promotions.
• Creates and maintains detailed interview itineraries and tour schedules for publicity campaigns, coordinates travel and makes other arrangements.
• Drafts and copyedits press materials, including press releases, pitch and galley letters, author bios, Q&As, and social media posts.
• Coordinates media mailings and fulfills review copy requests.
• Tracks, reports, and archives media hits.
• Responds to emails and calls from media, authors, and booksellers.
• Schedules interviews for assigned authors.
Marketing:
• Assists with the creation of marketing materials, such as digital assets and sell sheets.
• Coordinates and fulfills promotional book mailings each season.
• Coordinates title-specific campaigns.
• Assists with market research.
• Maintains marketing asset libraries and databases.
Please apply if you meet the following qualifications:
• Prior office/internship experience preferred
• Genuine interest in publicity and marketing, particularly for lifestyle, design, and cookbook genres
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Familiarity with social media platforms and digital marketing tools
• Ability to multitask and prioritize
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to take initiative and problem-solve creatively
The salary for this position is $51,000.00. All positions are currently eligible for annual profit award or bonus, subject to company results.
This is a hybrid position with in-office responsibilities. 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 by May 26, 2025 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 our FAQs page.
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-j650b2-216-73-216-145-42 in your application.