Job Description
Publicity Assistant, Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group (Hybrid)

The Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group is currently seeking a Publicity Assistant to provide day-to-day administrative and publicity support to two senior members of the Doubleday/Pantheon Publicity Department.

 

The Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group, a storied leader in commercial and literary publishing and home to some of the most iconic authors in the world, including Nobel Laureates Toni Morrison, Kazuo Ishiguro, and Alice Munro; Prize-winners Chimamanda Ngozi Adiche, Margaret Atwood, Robert Caro, Joan Didion, Percival Everett, Yaa Gyasi, Jhumpa Lahiri, Cormac McCarthy, Michael Ondaatje, Tommy Orange, Patti Smith, Anne Tyler, and Colson Whitehead; and global bestsellers Dan Brown, John Grisham, E L James, Erin Morgenstern, and Jo Nesbo.  

 

Specific responsibilities include:

  • Learning to book media (print, radio, TV, online interviews) for book launches and author tours. 
  • Pulling media lists and mailing books to print, radio, TV, and online contacts. 
  • Arranging author events at bookstores and other event venues. 
  • Learning to write press materials, including press releases and pitch letters. 
  • Reading manuscripts ahead of publication and contributing to publicity plans. 
  • Researching media trends, blogs, podcasts, niche interest groups, and more. 
  • Working with travel agents to coordinate flight and hotel accommodations for authors. 
  • Creating detailed schedules for touring authors and authors with heavy media schedules. 
  • Contributing to departmental projects and tracking publicity hits in internal database.  
  • Providing general administrative support including managing monthly billing, submitting seasonal awards, etc.

  

Please apply if you meet the following qualifications:

  • Strong interest in publicity, media, and book publishing 
  • Prior office or publishing experience preferred
  • Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills 
  • Proven organizational skills and superb attention to detail, ability to prioritize and juggle concurrent tasks and deadlines 
  • Timely follow-up over email and phone while navigating different communication styles 
  • Ability to work independently and also collaboratively with a team 
  • Proactive approach to problem-solving 
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook 

  

The salary for this position is $51,000.00. All positions are currently eligible for an annual profit award or bonus, subject to company results.   

 

This is a hybrid position (3-4 days per week) with 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).

 

Applications for this role will be accepted through May 17, 2026 or until the role is filled. We encourage you to apply early, as we review applications on a rolling basis. Please include your resume and cover letter 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 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/.

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 | Job ID: 288860