Publicist, Audio

Macmillan Learning; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Ein innovatives Unternehmen sucht einen kreativen und enthusiastischen Publicist, der in einem dynamischen Umfeld gedeiht. Diese Rolle umfasst die Öffentlichkeitsarbeit für preisgekrönte Hörbücher und die Zusammenarbeit mit Bestsellerautoren, um Rezensionen und Features zu sichern. Wenn Sie leidenschaftlich an Medienarbeit interessiert sind und über hervorragende Kommunikationsfähigkeiten verfügen, ist dies die perfekte Gelegenheit für Sie. Arbeiten Sie in einem vielfältigen Team und tragen Sie zur Förderung von Geschichten bei, die das Publikum fesseln.

Qualifications

• Mindestens 2 Jahre Erfahrung in der Öffentlichkeitsarbeit, bevorzugt im Verlagswesen.
• Starke organisatorische Fähigkeiten und Aufmerksamkeit für Details.

Responsibilities

• Erstellen und Schreiben innovativer Presseunterlagen, einschließlich Pressemitteilungen.
• Koordinieren von Medienberichterstattung für Hörbuchprojekte.

Skills

Schriftliche Kommunikation

Mündliche Kommunikation

Organisatorische Fähigkeiten

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor-Abschluss oder gleichwertige Erfahrung

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Muckrack

Salesforce

Job description

Job Title: Publicist at Macmillan Audio

Macmillan Audio seeks a creative and enthusiastic Publicist who is results-driven and thrives in a fast-paced environment. This position will handle publicity for our award-winning audiobooks for adults and children, across all genres. The publicist will work directly with New York Times bestselling authors to secure reviews, features, and interviews for our authors and narrators.

Responsibilities:

1. Create and write innovative press materials including press releases and pitches.
2. Pitch and coordinate media coverage for audiobook projects and editions.
3. Develop relationships with media outlets to secure reviews and features.
4. Maintain media lists for audiobook-focused contacts.
5. Collaborate with publicity and marketing teams across Macmillan.
6. Coordinate media campaigns and events.
7. Build relationships with authors, agents, and editors.
8. Work with marketing team on campaigns.
9. Attend meetings, conferences, and events as needed, with occasional in-office presence in NYC.

Qualifications:

1. Excellent written and oral communication skills.
2. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
3. Ability to multitask and work under pressure.
4. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Muckrack, Google Suite; Salesforce knowledge is a plus.
5. Minimum 2 years of Public Relations experience; publishing experience preferred.
6. Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.

Compensation:

Annual salary ranges from $60,000 to $65,000.

About Macmillan:

Macmillan Publishers is part of the Holtzbrinck Publishing Group, with a broad portfolio of award-winning books for all ages, headquartered in Stuttgart, Germany. Our US imprints include Celadon, Farrar, Straus and Giroux, Flatiron, Henry Holt, Macmillan Audio, and others. We value diversity and are committed to inclusive hiring practices.

Equal Opportunity:

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, actively seeking candidates from diverse backgrounds. Successful candidates will be employees of Macmillan Publishing Group, LLC.

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