Publicity Manager – Children’s, Bloomsbury

Publicity Manager – Children’s, Bloomsbury

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at 23:59 BST .The VacancyPublicity Manager, Children’s Marketing & PublicityThe opportunityWe are seeking a talented and highly motivated Publicity Manager to join our Publicity team at Bloomsbury Children’s Books to work across our award-winning and internationally successful children’s publishing list, including Picture Books, Illustrated Non-Fiction, Fiction and Young Adult books.We’re looking for someone with a real passion for children’s and young adult books to create campaigns that break out debut talent, build bestselling names to new heights, and connect readers everywhere with their next great read.You will join us with innovative, standout campaigns under your belt, full of creative energy, and will thrive on working with an engaged, collaborative and ambitious team. Reporting into the Publicity Director, you will plan, organise and implement fully integrated PR campaigns and events that target key audiences and break new ground.Our new Publicity Manager will be an experienced communicator with superb media and industry contacts, excellent communication skills and the ability to prioritise and remain calm under pressure. You will be a strong team player and a proven project manager who is adept at maintaining close working relationships across all departments and in particular with marketing, editorial, sales colleagues.Bloomsbury Children’s Books celebrated list is home to perfect picture books, page-turning middle-grade adventures, blockbuster YA fantasy and award-winning non-fiction. Its award-winning, diverse list includes authors and illustrators such as Katherine Rundell, Kalynn Bayron, Catherine Doyle, J.K. Rowling, Jessie Burton, Neil Gaiman, Tom Percival, Katya Balen and Lex Croucher. We are also home to the most famous children’s book brand in the world: Harry Potter.The roleCreate and manage sales-driving, multi-platform publicity campaigns on individual titles across all formats (physical, eBook, audio)Management of individual title budgetsProactively pursue new ventures and projects to help promote the list and its authors, staying abreast of key publishing trends, the wider book market and cultural sectorConfidently communicate promotional activity to internal and external stakeholders, including liaising with Bloomsbury’s global officesContribute to discussions around strategy and vision for the lists, including providing acquisition feedback from a PR angleBuild and maintain relationships with authors, illustrators and agents; provide outstanding author care and have experience managing sensitive and/or confidential projectsInitiate and maintain relationships with journalists, gatekeepers, event organisers, booksellers and retail partnersKnowledge, skills and experienceA proven track record in handling publicity campaignsExcellent contact base across print, broadcast, podcast and online mediaExcellent understanding of the events space for children’s books with good contacts at literary festivals, industry and gatekeeper eventsAbility to discern objectives and implement strategy to achieve those objectivesAbility to work to deadline and within budgetAbility to multi-task, work flexibly and identify prioritiesAn innovator able to look for new ways to promote our booksExcellent communication skills in person and in writingExcellent interpersonal skills, able to work effectively with people from any backgroundAbility to mentor publicity assistants and press officersOur work is driven by different perspectives and we strive for our culture to be one of belonging. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and identities.Additional informationThe role is a full-time permanent positionThe role is based at our London office 50 Bedford Square, London, WC1B 3DP on a hybrid-working pattern of 2 days office based / 3 days home based (or fully office based if preferred). Allocated office days for this role are: Mondays and TuesdaysPlease apply with a CV and covering letter, which includes the campaign you’ve been most proud to work on and the book you most enjoyed reading in the past year, addressed to Human Resources (Word or PDF format only) via the ‘APPLY NOW’ button detailing how you meet the requirements outlined above for this role by close date of:

8th July 2024.Bloomsbury reserve the right to close the role early if we exceed the required number of applicationsBloomsbury BenefitsAs well as a fantastic opportunity to join a global award-winning organisation, Bloomsbury offers the following competitive benefits package:Working Patternhybrid working pattern of: 2 days office based / 3 days home based (or fully office based if preferred)Holidays25 days holiday3.5 days Christmas company holidayOther BenefitsTwo paid Personal Wellness DaysFlexible Fridays – take Friday afternoon off by working an additional 3 hours and 30 minutes earlier in the weekSeason Ticket LoanShare Save SchemeAXA Healthcare Plan (Private Medical Insurance)In-house DoctorEye Care Voucher SchemeCompany culture – Employee Voice Meetings, Staff Networks (Bloom (BAME), Accessibility, Mental Health, Pride, and Parents, Guardians and Carers, Multi-Faith) and 21 Mental Health First Aiders trained across the UK offices, Publishing Events and access to free Publishing ResourcesFor additional benefits see belowBloomsbury is a place where anyone of any background, race, ethnicity, religion, sexuality, gender identity, age, ability, or socio-economic status can thrive, feel comfortable, and be heard and accepted. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.We are willing to make any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please flag to the recruitment team if requiredApplicants must have the legal right to work in the UK – Bloomsbury Publishing do not sponsor visa applicationsThe CompanyBloomsbury Publishing Plc.Bloomsbury Publishing is a leading independent publishing house, established in 1986, with authors who have won the Nobel, Pulitzer and Booker Prizes, and is the originating publisher and custodian of the Harry Potter series. Bloomsbury has offices in London, New York, New Delhi, Oxford and Sydney. Within Bloomsbury’s Academic division, it publishes under Bloomsbury, as well as under a number of prestigious and historic imprint names. Read Our Story for how it all began.Bloomsbury is committed to creating a working environment that stimulates creativity and collaboration, is respectful of difference, is inclusive and ethical in its practice, and promotes well-being. We are determined to nurture and develop our employees to reach their highest potential, and we know that our success is down to the passion, commitment and hard work of our talented people. We recognise the urgent need to attract and support applicants from all backgrounds and identities to become part of the global publishing industry, allowing diverse voices to reflect and shape our culture and society.Please read more on our Missions and Values

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Find out if this opportunity is a good fit by reading all of the information that follows below.Marketing Executive, Academic“There is a passion for books and authors. People want to read and that comes from the top”Commissioning Editor, Special Interest“Bloomsbury has a strong International outlook, it’s good to be part of a global publishing team.”Intern, EducationTo read more about what it’s like to work for us please click

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