YA Marketing & Publicity Associate — Remote

Sourcebooks; Springfield (IL); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental & Vision

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Sourcebooks, a leader in children’s and YA publishing, seeks a Marketing and Publicity Associate to grow campaigns and reader reach for a dynamic YA list across imprints. You’ll collaborate with sales, digital, retail, and editorial teams and build relationships with authors through events, media placements, and grassroots promotions.

This hourly, non-exempt role offers flexibility with hybrid or remote work options in various U.S.

Qualifications

• 2-3+ years of experience in book publishing, digital marketing, publicity, or a related field.
• Strong writing skills and confidence in creating engaging social content.
• Adept at designing online graphics and using tools such as Canva and Photoshop.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines with attention to detail.
• Keen understanding of the importance of teen books.

Responsibilities

• Create digital content for Sourcebooks frontlist and backlist YA titles.
• Support planning and execute social media marketing initiatives.
• Own and grow influencer program for mailings, events, and other partnerships.
• Coordinate newsletter features.
• Represent marketing efforts to authors, help them develop their social media presence and branding.
• Develop press materials and pitch for seasonal and round-up opportunities.
• Attend select reader conventions throughout the year.
• Collaborate with the marketing and publicity teams to form creative, full-rounded campaigns.

Skills

Book publishing

Digital marketing

Publicity

Social media content

Writing skills

Tools

Canva

Photoshop

Job description

Sourcebooks, a leader in children’s and YA publishing, seeks a Marketing and Publicity Associate to grow campaigns and reader reach for a dynamic YA list across imprints. You’ll collaborate with sales, digital, retail, and editorial teams and build relationships with authors through events, media placements, and grassroots promotions.

This hourly, non-exempt role offers flexibility with hybrid or remote work options in various U.S.