Publicist (Publishing)

Church Publishing Incorporated; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical (including Vision)

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Church Publishing Inc. is seeking a Publicist to develop and execute publicity campaigns. The role requires a creative self-starter with a passion for the book publishing industry and a strong knowledge of social media trends.

The position involves in-person, on-site collaboration in a hybrid NY office. The ideal candidate has 4+ years in administrative/support roles with publicity experience, and a BA/BS or equivalent.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of administrative/support experience in a fast paced environment; publicity experience is a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, or related field preferred.
• Interest in faith-based publishing and social justice topics is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement publicity strategies to secure national and regional coverage across TV, radio, podcasts, and print/online publications.
• Create press releases, pitch letters, author Q&As, and press kits.
• Organize and coordinate author events including bookstore events.
• Build and maintain relationships with editors, reviewers, influencers, and media professionals.
• Research and develop targeted mailing lists and coordinate book mailings for trade and academic titles.
• Monitor, analyze, and report on publicity campaigns and media coverage to drive improvements.
• Stay up to date on trends in book publishing and social media.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Creative self-starter

Excellent written and verbal comms

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Communications or Journalism

Job description

Description Department: Church Publishing Inc

Job Type: Regular Full Time

Education Level: BA/BS or combination of education and experience

Required Years Experience: 4

Church Publishing Incorporated is a multi-market publisher of trade books for general readers in leadership, spirituality, social justice, inspiration, wellness, and self-help, as well as academic and liturgical works and for the Episcopal Church.

With a rich history that began in 1918, we are home to four book imprints—Morehouse Publishing, Divinity & Discourse, Seabury Books, and Church Publishing—and produce 50 new titles each year for a range of readers. We manage a portfolio of more than 1,000 active publications that are sold worldwide in both print and digital formats.

Headquartered in New York City, our team is firmly committed to the publication of inspiring, informative, groundbreaking, and meaningful content. Connecting our valued authors with the broadest group of readers possible and supporting them on their publishing journey is at the center of everything we do.

CPI Website

https://www.churchpublishing.org/?_ga=2.52968234.30922529.1746452755-1045282290.1692212836

As an integral part of the Marketing and Publishing teams, the Publicist will be responsible for developing and executing publicity campaigns. They will need to be a creative self-starter with a passion for the book publishing industry and a desire to learn, grow, and be successful. This position requires a strong knowledge of social media and current trends in the industry.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Develop and implement effective publicity strategies to secure national and regional coverage across television, radio, podcasts, and in print and online publications.
• Create compelling and engaging press releases, pitch letters, author Q&As, and press kits.
• Organize and coordinate author events including bookstore events.
• Build and maintain relationships with editors, book reviewers, influencers, and other media professionals.
• Research and develop targeted mailing lists and coordinate book mailings for trade and academic titles.
• Monitor, analyze, and report on publicity campaigns and media coverage, leveraging insights to drive continuous improvement.
• Stay up to date on current trends in the book publishing industry and in social media.
• Collaborate with the editorial, marketing, and sales teams to ensure the success of campaigns.
• Maintain media database and accurate records of all publicity efforts.
• Schedule meetings, process invoices, and track expenses .
• Effective performance of the essential functions of this position requires regular in-person, on-site interaction with colleagues, both for purposes of relationship building and meaningful collaboration

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Be a strategic thinker and a creative self-starter with a passion for the book publishing industry and a desire to learn, grow, and be successful.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, be detail-oriented, meet deadlines, able to multitask and prioritize.
• The ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment is essential.

EDUCATION And/or EXPERIENCE

• 4+ years previous administrative/support experience in a fast-paced environment;. Prior Publicity or similar industry internship experience is a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, or a related field is preferred or a combination of education and experience will be considered. Interest in faith based publishing and social justice related topics is a plus.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Commuting to the NY office, on average, three days a week. Extensive use of a computer keyboard is a demand of the position to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable someone with a disability to perform the essential functions of this position.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Currently, Hybrid (two days working from home, three days working in a standard office environment). Church Pension Group employees must maintain a professional, compassionate, and trustworthy work environment always. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable someone with a disability to perform the essential functions of the job within this environment.

Salary Range: $55,000 - $65,000

Website: https://www.churchpublishing.org/?_ga=2.52968234.30922529.1746452755-1045282290.1692212836

Join us and Create A Better Future For Yourself!

• Medical (including Vision)

Core Benefits Automatically Provided To Eligible Employees

• Employer funded defined benefit pension plan (five year vesting)
• Employee Life Insurance
• Spouse and Dependent Life Insurance
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• Short-Term Disability (STD) coverage
• Long-Term Disability (LTD) coverage (elected as either pre-tax or after-tax)
• Business Travel Accident Insurance
• Worker’s Compensation
• Employee Assistance Program
• Retiree health insurance (eligible after 10 years)
• Retiree life insurance
• 401(k) with matching contributions (immediate vesting)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• New York’s 529 College Savings Program (NY State residents)

Educational Assistance Program available to eligible employees

Parental Leave available to eligible employees

Time Off available to eligible employees: Vacation, Sick, Personal and Holidays

You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. Please understand that, as a general policy, CPG does not sponsor visas.

CPG is an equal opportunity employer.

We are committed to fair hiring practices and do not discriminate against job applicants or employees based on any protected characteristics.

We also celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.