Short Term Publicist, Avid Reader Press

Simon & Schuster, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading publishing company seeks a short-term Publicist to promote both fiction and nonfiction titles. Responsibilities include securing media coverage, writing press content, and coordinating author events. The ideal candidate has 2-3 years of publicity experience, exceptional communication skills, and a passion for literature.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) plan

Tuition assistance program

PTO

Broad Based Ownership program

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-3 years of book publicity experience.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong media relationships and knowledge of the industry.

Responsibilities

• Pitching and securing national media interviews for titles.
• Writing press releases and other promotional materials.
• Arranging author tours and events.

Skills

Communication Skills

Creative Thinking

Strategic Thinking

Job description

1230 Ave of the Americas, New York, NY 10036, USA

Posted Thursday 5 June 2025 at 4:00 am

Simon & Schuster was named to Forbes magazine list of America's Best Mid-Size Employers 2022. Simon & Schuster is a global leader in general interest publishing, dedicated to providing the best in fiction and nonfiction for readers of all ages, and in all printed, digital and audio formats. Its distinguished roster of authors includes many of the world's most popular and widely recognized writers, and winners of the most prestigious literary honors and awards. It is home to numerous well-known imprints and divisions such as Simon & Schuster, Scribner, Atria Books, Gallery Books, Pocket Books, Adams Media, Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing and Simon & Schuster Audio and international companies in Australia, Canada, India and the United Kingdom, and proudly brings the works of its authors to readers in more than 200 countries and territories. For more information visit our website at www.simonandschuster.com.

Avid Reader Press, a division of Simon & Schuster, is seeking short term Publicist for up to six months. The desired candidate will work with both fiction and nonfiction genres, and with all of our editors, as needed, so having some range is essential.

Avid Reader Press is built on the idea that the most rewarding publishing has three common denominators: great books, published with intense focus, in true partnership with authors, agents, booksellers, and the media. The staff at Avid Reader Press, a small band of cheerful literary warriors, strives to publish every book with avidity.

Key responsibilities include:

• Pitching and securing significant national print, television, radio, podcast, and online interviews and reviews for assigned titles.
• Writing persuasive press releases, galley letters, and other forms of written pitches
• Independently arranging and executing multi-city author tours, including local book events, media interviews, author travel, and pre-publication, buzz-building opportunities.
• Working with authors to craft and place exclusive essays and book excerpts
• Collaborating with outside publicity agencies on select titles
• Creating targeted media mailings
• Maintaining consistent and supportive contact with authors and agents
• Collaborating with editorial, marketing, and sales teams on campaign execution

Qualifications:

• Candidate must have a minimum of 2-3 years of book publicity experience
• Be able to work in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines
• Must be a creative and strategic thinker, as well as be assertive and persuasive in meetings
• Possess reliable national media relationships and knowledge of the media, marketplace, and competition
• High-energy and passionate, possess exceptional interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to successfully manage multiple projects

Simon & Schuster US is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet. At Simon & Schuster US, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do. From employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Simon & Schuster US is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.

The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York City, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable. Additionally, employees have access to our industry-first, Broad Based Ownership program, which makes all employees partners in our shared success.

Candidates hired for this or any other posted Simon & Schuster role will be employees of Simon & Schuster, LLC, subject to all policies , including theWorkplace Privacy Notice , and eligible solely for the benefits plans thereof.

1230 Ave of the Americas, New York, NY 10036, USA