Publicist, Audio

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

Job summary

Ein dynamisches Unternehmen sucht einen kreativen Publicist, der in einem schnelllebigen Umfeld gedeiht. In dieser spannenden Rolle werden Sie innovative Pressematerialien erstellen, Medienberichterstattung koordinieren und Beziehungen zu Autoren und Medien aufbauen. Sie werden die Möglichkeit haben, mit Bestsellerautoren zusammenzuarbeiten und an aufregenden Medienkampagnen für preisgekrönte Hörbücher zu arbeiten. Wenn Sie eine Leidenschaft für Kommunikation und Öffentlichkeitsarbeit haben, könnte dies die perfekte Gelegenheit für Sie sein, Ihre Fähigkeiten in einem inspirierenden Team einzusetzen.

Qualifications

• Mindestens 2 Jahre Erfahrung in der Öffentlichkeitsarbeit.
• Erfahrung im Buchverlag bevorzugt.

Responsibilities

• Erstellen und Schreiben innovativer Pressemitteilungen und kreativer Pitches.
• Entwickeln und Pflegen von Beziehungen zu Medien für Rezensionen und Features.

Skills

Schriftliche Kommunikation

Mündliche Kommunikation

Organisationsfähigkeiten

Multitasking

Microsoft Office

Muckrack Media Database

Google Suite

Salesforce

Education

Bachelor-Abschluss oder gleichwertige Erfahrung

Tools

Microsoft Office

Muckrack Media Database

Google Suite

Salesforce

Job description

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, securing reviews, features, and interviews for our authors and narrators.

What you'll do:

1. Create and write innovative press materials, including compelling press releases and creative pitches.
2. Pitch and coordinate media coverage highlighting original audiobook projects and editions of Macmillan books.
3. Develop and maintain relationships with broadcast, podcast, print, and online media to secure reviews and features.
4. Create and maintain media lists for audiobook-focused media contacts.
5. Collaborate with publicity and marketing departments across Macmillan publishing companies.
6. Coordinate audiobook media campaigns and audio-focused events.
7. Build relationships with authors, agents, and editors.
8. Work with the Macmillan Audio marketing team on author management and publicity campaigns.
9. Attend author meetings, conferences, and events; candidate must be able to work from a commutable distance to NYC offices.

What you'll bring:

1. Excellent written and oral communication skills.
2. Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
3. Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and stay calm under pressure.
4. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Muckrack Media Database, Google Suite; knowledge of Salesforce is a plus.

Ideal Experience:

1. At least 2 years of Public Relations experience.
2. Book publishing experience preferred.
3. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.

This role offers an annual salary of $60,000–$65,000.

Macmillan Publishers is part of the Holtzbrinck Publishing Group, a family-owned media conglomerate headquartered in Stuttgart, Germany, with numerous imprints worldwide publishing award-winning books for all audiences.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusive hiring. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds to apply.