Company Description

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/.

Job Description

Random House Children’s Books is seeking an enthusiastic, creative, and collaborative Publicist to join its Publicity team. This is an exciting opportunity to develop and execute dynamic publicity campaigns for celebrity, brand, and licensed publishing programs spanning picture books, middle grade, and young adult titles. You will work with some of the world’s most beloved brands and iconic properties, including Disney, National Geographic, Dr. Seuss, Berenstain Bears, Leo Lionni, and more, while helping connect exceptional books with readers through creative media outreach, event planning, strategic partnerships, and memorable campaigns. 

Responsibilities: 

• Oversee publicity campaigns for assigned titles, as well as support senior members of the team on high-profile campaigns.  

• Work closely with external brand partners, including Disney, National Geographic, and other licensors, to develop and execute integrated publicity campaigns. 

• Develops and manages relationships with authors, illustrators, and media contacts. 

• Pitches and secures media across a variety of trade and consumer outlets. 

• Executes national multi-city author tours, costume character 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. 

• Supports the department at large by managing team processes and responsibilities.  

Qualifications

• 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 and planning events 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. 

Additional Information

This is a hybrid position with in-office responsibilities (approximately 2-3 days a week). 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, and NY).   

The salary for this position is $70,500.  All positions are currently eligible for annual profit award or bonus, subject to Company results.   

Please apply by 8/10/2026, using our ATS system and include your cover letter that gives us a sense of who you are and why you’re right for the position, as well as a resume  for consideration. Before applying for any role at Penguin Random House, we recommend you review our applicant resources page and our FAQs page.   

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 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.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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The retention period for your data is determined by the statutory time limits applicable in the respective country, beginning upon completion of the recruitment process. You can find these here.

You can contact the company’s Data Protection Officer at the above-mentioned postal address. 

Further information on data protection and your rights can be found here.

We value the array of talents and perspectives that a diverse workforce brings. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, or pregnancy.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Disclosure requirements pertaining to the collection of your personal data:

Responsible for processing the information provided in your application is the company specified in the job advertisement, with its registered office as indicated. The company processes your data for the purpose of establishing an employment relationship on the basis of Art. 6 (1) b GDPR / Section 26 (1) sentence 1 BDSG.

The retention period for your data is determined by the statutory time limits applicable in the respective country, beginning upon completion of the recruitment process. You can find these here.

You can contact the company’s Data Protection Officer at the above-mentioned postal address. 

Further information on data protection and your rights can be found here.

We value the array of talents and perspectives that a diverse workforce brings. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, or pregnancy.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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