Macmillan Learning is hiring: Publicist, TOR in New York

Tor Publishing Group is seeking a Publicist to work on titles across the Tor, Forge, Bramble, TorDotCom, Nightfire, Tor Teen, and Starscape imprints. Reporting to the Senior Publicity Manager, this individual will be a key team member responsible for creating and executing multiple publicity campaigns across a wide variety of genres, including commercial fiction, thrillers, nonfiction, science fiction/fantasy, romance, horror, YA, and middle grade titles. This role will lean towards the romance genre.

What you'll do:

1. Creating original and compelling publicity campaigns for multiple titles per season
2. Planning and executing multi-city book tours and author appearances, including coordinating book signings, arranging travel, and creating comprehensive tour schedules
3. Pitching and securing top national, regional, and local media, including print, radio, television, and online outlets
4. Writing press materials, including compelling press releases and creative pitch letters
5. Working closely and collaboratively with the publicity team, as well as authors, publishers, editors, sales, and marketing teams
6. Developing, cultivating, and maintaining substantive relationships with media
7. Representing TPG at industry events, conferences, and trade shows

What you'll bring:

1. Demonstrated booking and author tour management skills
2. Established network of broadcast, print, digital, and influencer contacts
3. Exceptional organizational skills and interpersonal skills
4. Ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, work independently, and collaboratively with a team
5. Ability to multi-task while working in a fast-paced, energetic environment
6. Superior verbal and written communication skills
7. Strong work ethic and critical thinking skills
8. Motivated and detail-oriented
9. An understanding of the SFF and/or romance genres

Ideal Experience / Education:

1. 3+ years of publicity experience with a well-rounded knowledge of trade book publishing
2. A proven track record for successful media campaigns and strong media relationships

This role will have an annual salary range of $58,000 - $62,000.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are actively seeking job applicants who reflect a broad representation of differences, including race, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, physical ability, neurodiversity, age, family status, economic background and status, geographical background and status, and perspective. We believe that the best companies reflect the incredible diversity in viewpoints, backgrounds, and identities of the world in their staffs, and are committed to inclusive hiring across departments and levels.