Publicity Manager, Simon & Schuster Children's Books
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1230 Ave of the Americas, New York, NY 10036, USAReq #441
Monday, February 10, 2025
Simon & Schuster was named to Forbes magazine list of America's Best Mid-Size Employers 2022. 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.
Simon & Schuster Children’s Publishing seeks an experienced, creative, and enthusiastic publicity manager to execute publicity campaigns for high-profile children’s and young adult releases.
The ideal candidate will have experience strategizing on and executing PR campaigns, an established network of national broadcast, print and online media contacts, and excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Candidates should possess strong internal and external communication skills, be adept in time management, and the ability to work both independently as well as in a collaborative setting.
Responsibilities include:
Planning and execution of publicity campaigns across board books, license/brand programs, picture books, graphic novels, middle grade and young adult titles.
Developing, researching, and maintaining strong relationships with national, online, and local media contacts.
Writing press materials and pitching/securing significant media coverage.
Planning and executing author appearances including multi-city book tours, virtual appearances, local appearances, school visits, and special events.
Excellent author care and attentive communication with authors and agents.
Attending and presenting at regular sales meetings.
Travel selectively with authors for book tours and festivals/conferences.
Preferred Qualifications:
5+ years in children's publicity/publishing
Excellent organizational, verbal, and written communication and presentation skills
Experience creating and executing highly successful title-based media campaigns
Demonstrated booking and author tour management skills
Established network of broadcast, print and digital contacts
Must have good time management skills, be organized and detail-oriented, and capable of multi-tasking
Ability to work independently as well as in group settings, and demonstrate good follow-up and follow-through
Demonstrated ability to juggle multiple projects and work flexibly and quickly
Simon & Schuster US is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet. At Simon & Schuster US, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do. From employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Simon & Schuster US is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.
The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York City, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable. Additionally, employees have access to our industry-first, Broad Based Ownership program, which makes all employees partners in our shared success.
Candidates hired for this or any other posted Simon & Schuster role will be employees of Simon & Schuster, LLC, subject to all policies, including the Workplace Privacy Notice (https://www.simonandschuster.com/p/workplace-privacy-notice) , and eligible solely for the benefits plans thereof.
Other details
Job FamilyPublicity / Public Relations
Job FunctionCommunications
Pay TypeSalary
Employment IndicatorRegular
Min Hiring Rate$75,000.00
Max Hiring Rate$75,000.00
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1230 Ave of the Americas, New York, NY 10036, USA