Publicist - Simon Element, Marysue Rucci Books, & Simon Acumen
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 is looking for a talented Publicist to join the Simon Element, Marysue Rucci Books, and Simon Acumen imprints. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2-3 years of experience in book publicity, showcasing a proven ability to promote titles at a major New York publisher. This individual should have expertise and interest in primary publicizing non-fiction works, including narrative and prescriptive non-fiction, business, and memoir, as well as the occasional literary and commercial fiction title.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute title-specific publicity campaigns for assigned frontlist titles.
- Write press materials, build media lists, pitch, and secure national and local media coverage, including author interviews, essay placements, and reviews for assigned titles.
- Plan and arrange in-person author events and author tour travel as warranted.
- Build strong relationships with in-house editors, authors, and agents, maintaining excellent communication regarding the status of campaigns.
- Contribute to department-wide duties like awards submissions.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Excellent written, oral, and presentation skills
- Possess existing relationships with national and major market media outlets and journalists
- Demonstrated experience, executing successful title-based media campaigns
- Demonstrated booking and author tour arrangement experience
- Must have good time management skills, be organized and detail-oriented, and capable of multi-tasking
- Demonstrated ability to work independently, while working with and/or supporting others
- Demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple projects, work flexibly, and possess sound judgment
Requirements:
Bachelor’s Degree
2-3 years of relevant book publicity experience
This role is hybrid (2-3 days in office) and based out of NYC.
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, and eligible solely for the benefits plans thereof.
Other details
- Job Family Book Publicity
- Job Function Communications
- Pay Type Salary
- Min Hiring Rate $63,000.00
- Max Hiring Rate $65,000.00
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