Penguin Random House is hiring: Publicity Assistant, Knopf Doubleday Publishing

Publicity Assistant, Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group (Hybrid)

The Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group, a storied leader in commercial and literary publishing, is seeking a Publicity Assistant to join their team and provide day-to-day support to the Executive Director of Publicity. Responsibilities consist of both heavy administrative and project work.

The Role:

• Support supervisor in all facets of their daily work: calendar management and scheduling; phone, email, letters, memos, and other written correspondence; running detailed sales reports; research on a variety of subjects; understanding of key toolsets (Bookscan, Muck Rack, TNT, Power BI, Microsoft Teams); handling mailings; other clerical support (notes, memos, etc.); event planning.
• Coordinate all internal and external communications efforts, including departmental meetings, agent and author calls, meetings with key media contacts, and more.
• Develop and write press releases, pitch letters, author Q&As, and press kits.
• Identify key audiences on a title-by-title basis, develop targeted mailing lists, and execute galley mailings.
• Contact with agents, authors, booksellers, and media.
• Coordination of publicity campaigns.
• Assist with planning for book tours, media outreach, detailed itineraries, and some author travel, where necessary.
• Manage several departmental tasks, including budget tracking, expenses, award submissions, subscriptions, and the like.
• This is a fast-paced, telephone, email, and internet-heavy position that requires someone with an extremely professional manner and the ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

This is a hybrid position with in-office responsibilities in our NYC office, which will include executing mailings and participating in and contributing to in-person meetings with authors and agents.

The Essentials:

• Outstanding interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Exceptional writing skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to read on deadline.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
• Previous administrative experience.
• Excel, PowerPoint, Word required. Canva is a plus.
• Self-starter with the ability to develop new projects and departmental initiatives.
• Proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Strong interest in the book publishing industry.
• Fluent in digital technology and social media.
• A goal-oriented team player who can cultivate productive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proficiency in creative problem solving, decision making, and time management.
• Book Publishing or Publicity/PR internship experience a plus but not required.

The salary for this position is $51,000. All positions are currently eligible for annual profit award or bonus, subject to Company results.

Applications will be accepted through February 2nd. Please apply using our online application process and include a resume and cover letter with salary requirements.

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, which includes 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.

Penguin Random House values the array of talents and perspectives that a diverse workforce brings. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

Company: Penguin Random House LLC

Country: United States of America

State/Region: New York

City: New York

Postal Code: 10019

Job ID: 277176

Date: Jan 28, 2025

Location: New York, NY, US, 10019