Faith-Based Publicity Strategist

Hachette Book Group; Franklin (TN); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

401(k)

Job summary

Hachette Nashville seeks an innovative Publicity Manager to lead publicity campaigns for faith-based nonfiction titles across Apiary and FaithWords. You will develop and execute campaigns, secure coverage, manage author tours, and collaborate with editors and sales to maximize exposure.

The role requires 5+ years in publicity, strong media relationships, and excellent communication. The position offers a hybrid work model and opportunities to influence the faith publishing space.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism or related field.
• 5+ years’ prior publicity experience.
• Broad knowledge of publishing, media, and influencers within the religion category.
• Established relationships with national and regional media contacts who cover books and religion.
• Strong writing, communication, and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute full-scale publicity campaigns, including national and local media bookings and author tours.
• Develop and maintain relationships with press across media types (broadcast, radio, print, digital, podcasts).
• Collaborate with authors, editors, marketing and sales to implement cohesive publicity strategies for each title.
• Create media lists, press materials, pitches, and coordinate coverage with producers and bookers.
• Build and maintain relationships with booksellers and event venues nationwide.
• Support author appearances and industry events, including travel as needed.

Skills

Publicity experience

Media relations

Communication

Religion media familiarity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Outlook

Muck Rack

Podchaser

Meltwater

Net Galley

Edelweiss

Job description

Hachette Nashville seeks an innovative Publicity Manager to lead publicity campaigns for faith-based nonfiction titles across Apiary and FaithWords. You will develop and execute campaigns, secure coverage, manage author tours, and collaborate with editors and sales to maximize exposure.

The role requires 5+ years in publicity, strong media relationships, and excellent communication. The position offers a hybrid work model and opportunities to influence the faith publishing space.