Publicity Manager

Baker Publishing Group; Ohio; Remote; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Publicity Manager for Trade Non-Fiction to enhance visibility for authors and publications. This role involves crafting media campaigns, building relationships with key media outlets, and managing publicity requests. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment, possess strong writing skills, and have a keen understanding of the Christian publishing landscape. Join a dynamic team dedicated to promoting meaningful narratives and making an impact within the community. If you're passionate about storytelling and media relations, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Disability Insurance

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in publicity and media relations.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement media campaigns for assigned authors.
• Write press releases and develop media lists for coverage.

Skills

Public Relations

Media Campaign Planning

Writing and Editing

Interpersonal Skills

Project Management

Education

BA in Public Relations, Marketing, Communications, or Journalism

Tools

Cision Media

Podchaser

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position: Publicity Manager, Trade Non-Fiction

Reports To: Publicity Director

Department: Publicity

Location: Ada, MI; Bloomington, MN; or remote

Position Type: Regular Full Time, Exempt

About this Position:

This position is responsible for securing publicity for assigned authors and publications through strategic print, broadcast, online, and podcasts.

Responsibilities:

• Plan and implement media campaigns for assigned authors in coordination with authors and in-house staff
• Write and edit press releases, suggested interview questions, author bios, and other materials
• Develop media lists using Cision media and Podchaser database, identifying new opportunities for coverage with corresponding outlets
• Develop and maintain key media relationships across trade, general market, and consumer media
• Manage incoming publicity requests, including review copy requests and media inquiries
• Coordinate with colleagues on production of advance reader copies of typeset manuscripts for media use and with other staff for posting electronic ARCs to Netgalley.
• Track recent and upcoming media coverage
• Schedule author interviews
• Coordinate with Permissions department on excerpt requests to secure permissions and provide text files of excerpts to outlets by email
• Travel as needed for select author appearances and appropriate conventions, trade shows, and media trips
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Thrives in a social environment

Qualifications:

• BA degree with coursework in pertinent fields such as public relations, marketing, communications, or journalism.
• Conversant in issues of evangelical Christianity and subject matters routinely addressed by assigned authors
• At least five years' pertinent professional experience, familiarity with Christian publishing and media outlets
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and exercise sound professional judgment
• Strong organizational, follow-up, and project management skills

Compensation:

Commensurate with qualifications and experience. As a full time position, benefits provided include health, dental, group life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, paid time off, 401(k) after three months, and others.

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.