Book Publicity Coordinator — Campaigns & Media Outreach

HarperCollins Publishers; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

HarperCollins Publishers in New York City is seeking an Assistant Publicist to support senior team members on title campaigns and to lead your own campaigns under close supervision. This hybrid NYC role works across adult trade groups including William Morrow, Mariner Books, HarperOne, Avon, and Dey Street.

You will draft press materials, build media lists, coordinate interviews, and track coverage and budgets while gaining hands-on experience in a fast-paced publishing environment.

Qualifications

• Previous internship in publishing or public relations is a plus.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently toward department goals.
• Excellent writing, communication, and organizational skills with great attention to detail.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Discretion with confidential information.
• Comfort presenting before large groups.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel, PowerPoint and social platforms like Instagram and TikTok.
• Genuine passion for books and a growth mindset.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior team with elements of high-profile book launch campaigns.
• Lead campaigns for own projects under close supervision each season.
• Draft press releases and pitches; reach out to press; coordinate interview logistics.
• Generate media contacts and maintain campaign databases.
• Schedule tours and coordinate author travel with a travel agent.
• Monitor and track campaign budgets.
• Attend select book signings and support staff at events.
• Provide campaign updates to senior staff, editors, marketers, sales, agents, and authors.
• Research new media and promo opportunities, including influencers on Instagram, TikTok, and beyond.
• Handle outside inquiries and mailings of books and galleys.

Skills

Writing

Communication

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Public speaking

Confidentiality

Social media management

Research

Attention to detail

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

HarperCollins Publishers in New York City is seeking an Assistant Publicist to support senior team members on title campaigns and to lead your own campaigns under close supervision. This hybrid NYC role works across adult trade groups including William Morrow, Mariner Books, HarperOne, Avon, and Dey Street.

You will draft press materials, build media lists, coordinate interviews, and track coverage and budgets while gaining hands-on experience in a fast-paced publishing environment.