Part-Time Fiction Marketing Intern

Baker Publishing Group; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Academic credit possible

Job summary

Baker Publishing Group is offering a part-time Fiction Marketing Internship, supporting Bethany House Publishers, Revell, and Haven in Bloomington, MN. The role focuses on fiction marketing and provides exposure to other departments.

The intern will assist marketing managers with campaigns, create social content for Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook, and conduct influencer and market research while gaining hands-on publishing experience.

Qualifications

• A passion for fiction publishing.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Proficiency in social media platforms.
• Proficiency or ability to learn marketing tools like Asana, Canva, Sprout Social, and more.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, the ability to handle multiple tasks, and the ability to work well with others.
• Preference for candidates able to work one day a week at the Bloomington, MN office.
• Must reside in the U.S. for the duration of the internship and be over 18.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Fiction Marketing Managers with campaign strategy and execution, including digital advertising, email marketing, social marketing, and retailer and distributor marketing.
• Create social videos, graphics, photography, and additional content for Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook.
• Placing orders and preparing product mailings.
• Perform influencer research, outreach, and influencer program support.
• Perform market and category research.
• Gather analytics and reporting of marketing activities.
• Attend marketing and publishing staff meetings.
• Event support.
• Other duties as assigned by the fiction marketing team.

Skills

Passion for fiction publishing

Microsoft Office

Social media proficiency

Marketing tools familiarity

Verbal and written communication

Attention to detail and organization

Tools

Asana

Canva

Sprout Social

Job description

Position: Fiction Marketing Intern, Bethany House Publishers, Revell, and Haven

Department: Fiction Marketing

Reports to: Marketing Director

Position Type: Paid Internship

Location: Baker Publishing Group, Bloomington MN (preferred)

Position Objective:

Baker Publishing Group is accepting applications for a part-time fiction marketing intern for Bethany House Publishers, Revell, and Haven. Bethany House seeks to uplift readers' families, faith, and free time with our library of industry-leading Christian fiction. Revell publishes inspiring novels from a Christian perspective with readers that reaffirm our faith, celebrate beauty in the world, and move us to love more deeply. Haven shares clean & wholesome stories to come home to-books that offer warmth, connection, and a welcoming escape from everyday life. The internship will focus on the fiction marketing aspects of publishing while providing some exposure to other departments, as well.

Application Process:

The application process requires a resume and a cover letter, outlining:

• a) Your observations on how Bookstagram, BookTok, BookTube, and/or influencers have impacted book trends and book buying.
• b) Why you are interested in working in publishing
• c) What you hope to learn from this internship

Responsibilities:

• Assist the Fiction Marketing Managers with campaign strategy and execution, including digital advertising, email marketing, social marketing, and retailer and distributor marketing
• Create social videos, graphics, photography, and additional content for Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook
• Placing orders and preparing product mailings
• Perform influencer research, outreach, and influencer program support
• Perform market and category research
• Gather analytics and reporting of marketing activities
• Attend marketing and publishing staff meetings
• Event support
• Other duties as assigned by the fiction marketing team

Qualifications:

• Must be available to work 20-25 hours/week
• Must be available to work January to May 2027
• A passion for fiction publishing
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Proficiency in social media platforms
• Proficiency or ability to learn marketing tools like Asana, Canva, Sprout Social, and more
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, the ability to handle multiple tasks, and the ability to work well with others
• Preference will be given to those able to work one day a week at the office in Bloomington, Minnesota.
• Must reside in the U.S. for the duration of the internship program
• Must be over the age of 18

Compensation and Benefits:

This is a paid role. Academic credit can be provided by an accredited institution, if desired.

Baker Publishing Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

As a company that believes in the inherent diversity reflected in the kingdom of God, Baker Book House Company is committed to the importance of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) in the books we publish, in our community of employees, and in the way we conduct ourselves in our workplace and in the marketplace.