Events, PR and Marketing Assistant

Manchester Metropolitan University; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in the UK seeks an Events, PR & Marketing Assistant for an exciting student role. This position offers the chance to engage in digital marketing, content creation, and event management. You'll collaborate closely with the team, enhancing your skills in a creative environment. Responsibilities include managing social media campaigns, author relations, and event coordination. Ideal candidates are enthusiastic about literature and possess excellent organizational and communication skills. This role is primarily remote with regular meetings in Manchester, making it an excellent fit for passionate students.

Qualifications

• Exceptional ability to prioritise tasks, manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Google Workspace, Excel, and email management systems.
• Understanding of major social media platforms and content creation best practices.
• Genuine interest in contemporary literature, especially political fiction.
• Ability to work autonomously with regular team communication.
• Meticulous approach to data management and content creation.

Responsibilities

• Design and schedule social media graphics and campaigns.
• Conduct monthly author interviews and maintain author relations.
• Coordinate author appearances at events.
• Manage relationships with book influencers and bloggers.
• Offer proofs to booksellers in exchange for reviews.

Skills

Organisational Skills

Communication

Technical Competence

Social Media Savvy

Literary Passion

Independence

Attention to Detail

Education

Undergraduate or Masters student belonging to the School of English

Tools

Google Workspace

Excel

Job description

The current opportunity is available for current Manchester Met students, to apply you must be based in the UK for the duration of the role. We’re seeking an exceptionally creative and proactive student to join our team as Events, PR & Marketing Assistant. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about literature to gain comprehensive experience across all aspects of publishing, from digital marketing and author relations to event management and public relations. You’ll be instrumental in expanding our reach, building author platforms, and creating engaging content that connects our books with new audiences. This role offers genuine career development opportunities in a supportive environment where your ideas will be heard and your contributions will directly impact our success. Working primarily remotely with regular Manchester meetings, you’ll collaborate closely with Managing Kenyon, while developing your own expertise in digital marketing, content creation, and literary event management. We’re looking for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced, creative environment and is eager to learn all aspects of independent publishing.

Responsibilities

• Digital Marketing & Content Creation

  • Design and schedule social media graphics showcasing book reviews, author news, and publication milestones across all platforms.
  • Manage our “Fly‑back Fridays” social media campaign, creating compelling backlist spotlights that drive sales and engagement.
  • Produce and edit video content for social media, including author interviews, book trailers, and behind‑the‑scenes content.
  • Maintain and update our website with new reviews, author updates, and book information.

• Author Relations & Content Development

  • Conduct monthly author interviews for our Substack publication, developing engaging content that showcases our writers’ personalities and creative processes.
  • Build and maintain relationships with our author community, serving as a key point of contact for promotional activities.
  • Coordinate author appearances at literary festivals and events, managing logistics and promotional materials.

• Event Management & Coordination

  • Represent Fly on the Wall Press at regional events such as our Book Swap event at House of Books and Friends (Fri 13th Feb 2026 from 6‑8pm), for which you will receive time off in lieu.
  • Coordinate with local literary communities and universities to expand our event reach.

• Public Relations & Outreach

  • Manage relationships with book influencers and bloggers, identifying new partnership opportunities and maintaining existing connections through HubSpot and Excel databases.
  • Conduct targeted outreach to universities and academic institutions for event partnerships.
  • Lead promotional activities for our upcoming Publishing Academy events.
  • Maintain and update book metadata across multiple platforms with new reviews and reprint information.

• Administrative & Technical Tasks

  • Offer proofs to Waterstones booksellers in exchange for reviews, and maintain accurate records via the Google Excel Marketing Sheets assigned for each book.

Qualifications

• Must belong to the School of English – Undergraduate or Masters student.
• Organisational Skills: Exceptional ability to prioritise tasks, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines consistently.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills with confidence in professional correspondence.
• Technical Competence: Proficiency in Google Workspace, Excel, and email management systems.
• Social Media Savvy: Understanding of major social media platforms and content creation best practices.
• Literary Passion: Genuine interest in contemporary literature, particularly political fiction.
• Independence: Ability to work autonomously while maintaining regular communication with team members.
• Attention to Detail: Meticulous approach to data management, content creation, and promotional materials.
• Desirable Qualifications:
  • Experience with graphic design software (Canva, Indesign (Adobe), or similar).
  • Previous experience in social media management or content creation.
  • Knowledge of the independent publishing industry.
  • Event planning or coordination experience.
  • Basic video editing skills.
  • Understanding of digital marketing principles.
• Personal Qualities:
  • Enthusiastic and positive attitude toward learning and professional development.
  • Strong interpersonal skills with ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders.
  • Adaptability and resilience in a fast‑paced, evolving environment.
  • Creative thinking and willingness to suggest innovative approaches.
  • Professional demeanour when representing the company at events and in communications.
  • Commitment to our values of social consciousness and literary excellence.

Manchester Metropolitan University is committed to supporting the rights, responsibilities, dignity, health and wellbeing of staff and students through our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.

Fly on the Wall Press is an award‑winning independent publisher based in Manchester, committed to curating bold political fiction, powerful poetry, and innovative anthologies that engage with pressing global issues. Founded with a mission to amplify underrepresented voices and challenge conventional narratives, we’ve built a reputation for publishing work that matters‑books that spark conversation, inspire action, and push literary boundaries.

As a small but mighty team, we punch above our weight in the literary world. Our books are stocked in independent bookshops across the UK, featured in major review publications, and championed by influential literary voices. We’re about building authentic connections between authors and readers, whether through intimate bookshop events, dynamic online discussions, or innovative social media campaigns.