Publicity Assistant, Penguin Young Readers

Job Description

Publicity Assistant, Penguin Young Readers (Hybrid)

Do you find yourself telling all your friends about your latest read? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment? Are you detail-oriented? If you answered yes to these questions, you may be the perfect fit for the Penguin Young Readers Publicity team.

Penguin Young Readers, a division of Penguin Random House, is seeking a Publicity Assistant. We're looking for an innovative self-starter with excellent writing skills who is passionate about literature (especially children's and YA books). This is a fantastic opportunity to learn the fundamentals of book PR and event planning.

Penguin Young Readers is one of the leading children's book publishers in the United States and home to award-winning, critically-acclaimed and bestselling authors and illustrators such as Adam Gidwitz, Amanda Gorman, Max Brallier, Eric Carle, John Green, Oliver Jeffers, Malinda Lo, Brad Meltzer, Ransom Riggs, Ruta Sepetys, Sabaa Tahir and Jacqueline Woodson.

Specific responsibilities include: 
• Assisting Executive Director and Associate Director of Publicity
• Providing general administrative support, including coordinating book mailings, processing invoices, maintaining calendars, and filing expense reports, etc.
• Submitting news acquisition details to trade outlets
• Drafting event confirmations and tour schedules for select events and author tours.
• Booking transportation for authors
• Responding to general requests from media, authors, and booksellers.
• Drafting press materials for select titles and seasonal round-ups.
• Communicating between the Marketing, Editorial, Production, and Design departments.
• Maintaining and updating press contact database
• Updating digital database with confirmed media and events for authors
• Performing online research to acquire publicity contacts.
• Attending and assisting with book events in the NYC area.

Please apply if you meet the following qualifications:
• Strong interest in publicity and publishing
• Excellent organizational skills and superb attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a deadline driven environment
• Strong follow-up skills
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively with a team
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook

This is a hybrid position with 1-2 days in-office responsibilities, we will consider candidates who can work from a commutable distance to our offices at 1745 Broadway, which includes the tri-state area (NJ, CT, & PA).

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

Please apply by March 16th using our online application process, and please include your resume, cover letter, and 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. Our range of benefits include, but are not limited to, 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.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-re70v5-3-15-21-127-42 in your application.