Publicist, Random House Children's Books (Hybrid)

Random House Children’s Books seeks an enthusiastic and passionate Publicist to join its Publicity team. In this role you will have the opportunity to work on campaigns for picture books, middle-grade and YA novels as well as brand programs!

Please apply by November 8, 2024 and include your resume, cover letter, and salary requirements for consideration. Before applying for any role at Penguin Random House, we recommend you review our applicant resources page and our FAQs page.

This is a hybrid position that may require coming into the New York city office on occasion. 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).

Responsibilities:

• Oversees publicity campaigns for assigned titles, as well as support senior members of the team on high-profile campaigns. 
• Develops and manages relationships with authors and illustrators.
• Pitches and secures media across a variety of trade and consumer outlets.
• Executes national multi-city author tours, books in-store events, school appearances, and festival opportunities.
• Interacts closely with internal Marketing, Sales and Editorial teams, and works hand-in-hand with authors/illustrators, booksellers, and reviewers externally to create and execute cohesive campaigns.
• Meets with top media contacts to promote our list for possible coverage seasonally.

Requirements:  

• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience

• Experience and/or interest in Children’s publishing is preferred 
• Ability to conceptualize creative out-of-the-box ideas for securing coverage for our authors/illustrators and brands

• Ability to travel to support various author appearances including National Author Tours, National Book Festivals, Regional New York City events, Special Events, and Conferences 
• Knowledge of and interest in the media landscape; existing relationships with book reviewers across outlets a plus

• Excellent organizational, attention to detail, and time-management skills

• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and handle confidential information with discretion 

• High sense of urgency and ability to problem-solve calmly in emergency situations

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively

• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel; social media savvy in the book publicity space

The salary for this position is $63,000.00. All positions are currently eligible for annual profit award or bonus, subject to company results.   

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.

Penguin Random House is the leading adult and children's publishing house in North America, the United Kingdom and many other regions around the world. In publishing the best books in every genre and subject for all ages, we are committed to quality, excellence in execution, and innovation throughout the entire publishing process: editorial, design, marketing, publicity, sales, production, and distribution. Our vibrant and diverse international community of nearly 300 publishing brands and imprints include Ballantine Bantam Dell, Berkley, Clarkson Potter, Crown, DK, Doubleday, Dutton, Grosset & Dunlap, Little Golden Books, Knopf, Modern Library, Pantheon, Penguin Books, Penguin Press, Penguin Random House Audio, Penguin Young Readers, Portfolio, Puffin, Putnam, Random House, Random House Children's Books, Riverhead, Ten Speed Press, Viking, and Vintage, among others. More information can be found at http://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/.<http://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/>

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: 275056