Marketing Executive

EPIGRAM BOOKS PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant local publisher in Singapore is seeking a Marketing and Publicity Coordinator to enhance engagement and promote literary works. The role involves managing author events, executing PR strategies, and coordinating marketing campaigns. Ideal candidates have at least 2 years of relevant experience, excellent communication skills, and a passion for literature. Compensation is fair, with a 5-day work schedule and opportunities for professional development in a unique work environment.

Benefits

Fair compensation

Flexible work schedule

Honour sick leave

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of professional experience in communications, media, marketing, or PR.
• Deep knowledge of the literary world and current trends.
• Tech-savvy with quick adaptability to new platforms.

Responsibilities

• Manage author relationships and coordinate events.
• Execute PR activities, including outreach and press release management.
• Plan and budget for marketing campaigns and promotional events.

Skills

Exceptional written and verbal communication

Proficiency in MS Suite

Social media savvy

Charisma and persuasive ability

Education

Relevant diploma or degree in Marketing, Communications, or equivalent

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

InDesign

Capcut

Shopify

Omnisend

Facebook

Instagram

Job description

Are you an avid reader with a deep passion for books and a drive to shape the local publishing landscape? Epigram Books—one of Singapore's most ambitious and exciting publishers—invites you to join our mission. We seek a strong communicator whose infectious enthusiasm for literature is matched by a dedication to a cause greater than the self, where the rewards are often intangible, yet profoundly meaningful.

Marketing and Publicity Duties

Author Support and Events

• Prize Coordination: Coordinate the extensive logistics and successful execution of the prestigious annual Epigram Books Fiction Prize event.
• Author Management: Maintain excellent author relationships by managing inquiries, arranging appearances, coordinating book signing sessions, sales conferences to industry partners and supporting authors at book launches and all literary events.
• Event Coordination: Plan, execute, and budget for all book launches and promotional events for new and backlist titles.

Public Relations and Media Strategy

• Media Outreach: Manage and execute all Public Relations (PR) activities. This includes:
  • Writing and distributing engaging press releases
  • Securing print and online coverage and reviews.
  • Proactively pitching stories and authors to media outlets, and cultivating strong relationships with journalists and critics.
  • Maintaining and strengthening the media contacts and mailing list.

• Review Management: Manage the distribution of review copies, press releases, and marketing collateral to media, bloggers, and key industry contacts.
• Stakeholder Relations: Manage communications and represent the publisher with booksellers, stockists, agents, festival managers, and other industry partners.

Campaign, Content, and Partnership Management

• Campaign Execution: Plan and budget for all marketing campaigns, focusing on channels such as organic social media (and contributing to social media outreach).
• Partnerships: Identify and execute marketing partnerships and collaborations to expand promotional reach.
• Collateral Production: Commission, manage, and/or oversee the production of all marketing and publicity materials, including video trailers, social media graphics, book information sheets, and press kits.
• Financial Administration: Budget for and account for all marketing and PR expenses.

Contract Term

This position begins as a one-year contract, with the possibility of being renewed based on performance and business requirements.

Skills & Experience

• Minimum of 2 years of professional experience in a relevant field, such as communications, media, marketing, or public relations.
• Relevant diploma or degree in Marketing, Communications, or an equivalent field.
• Deep knowledge of the literary world and its current trends.
• Proficiency in MS Suite and preferably design software (e.g., Adobe Photoshop, InDesign).
• Tech and social media savvy with the ability to quickly master platforms like Capcut, Shopify, Omnisend, Facebook, and Instagram.

Personality & Drive

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, coupled with charisma and persuasive ability.
• Highly proactive, resourceful, and results-oriented—a self-starter who consistently exceeds expectations.
• Driven by the mission of increasing readership and book sales.
• Thrives on the challenge of executing successful marketing campaigns and events.
• Dedicated to the details of the work while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

Commitment

• Ability to start sooner rather than later.
• Flexibility to commit to required evening and weekend book events.

What you get from working with us

Compensation & Flexibility

• Fair compensation for impactful, meaningful work.
• 5-day in-office schedule with flexibility in start and end times for an 8-hour workday.
• 2 days of honour sick leave per year (no medical certificate required).

Environment & Culture

• A unique, open-concept work environment that blends office, library, and gallery.
• Continuous professional development in literary community building, writing, and design.
• The joy of working with wonderful people, enjoying fascinating lunchtime conversations, and occasional in-house events featuring champagne, cheese and tiramisu.

Please submit

• A detailed resume
• Availability
• Some examples of your writing or work, if possible
• A list of five of your favourite books and why

Contact

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