Publicist, Books

Job Description

Simon & Schuster is a global leader in general interest publishing, dedicated to providing the best in fiction and nonfiction for readers of all ages, and in all printed, digital and audio formats. Its distinguished roster of authors includes many of the world's most popular and widely recognized writers, and winners of the most prestigious literary honors and awards.

It is home to numerous well-known imprints and divisions such as Simon & Schuster, Scribner, Atria Books, Gallery Books, Pocket Books, Adams Media, Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing and Simon & Schuster Audio and international companies in Australia, Canada, India and the United Kingdom, and proudly brings the works of its authors to readers in more than 200 countries and territories. For more information visit our website at www.simonandschuster.com.

The Simon & Schuster imprint is seeking a Publicist to work in a very active publicity department with a dynamic publishing program, planning and executing publicity campaigns for works of non-fiction, lifestyle, and fiction.

Key responsibilities include:
* Pitching and securing national and regional media, including print, television, online and radio.
* Arranging and assembling multi-city book tours and author appearances.
* Writing press releases, targeted pitch letters, author bios and other promotional materials.
* Creating targeted mailing lists.
* Cultivating and maintaining media relationships.

Qualifications:
* 2-3 years book publicity experience is required.
* Excellent written and oral communication skills are required.
*Fluency with current media trends and developing promotional platforms.
* Proven ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven, collaborative environment.
* Strong organizational skills and detail-oriented nature, and the ability to successfully manage multiple projects.

ViacomCBS is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-g3kqp4-3-144-248-24-42 in your application.