Editorial Director
Rolling Stone
New York, NY
DESCRIPTION:
Simon & Schuster is looking to hire a Publicity Manager to work on a new imprint that is focusing on practical non-fiction across all categories. Responsibilities will include: Publicity campaigns for non-fiction, with an emphasis on lifestyle, cooking self-help. 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:
• at least 5 years' prior work experience in publicity, with an emphasis placed on booking top-line media in both traditional and digital outlets, and organizing author tours
• A proven ability to generate creative angles and pitches
• An ability to work in a fast-paced environment under deadlines
• Extensive knowledge of the media and a familiarity with producers, newspaper and magazine editors, and book critics and reviewers
• A deep understanding of the digital media space, including bloggers and social media
• Ability to work in a collaborative team environment
• Excellent organizational, communication and writing skills
FUNCTION:
Marketing/Promotions
Jobcode: Reference SBJ-gk2v4k-52-90-211-141-42 in your application.
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