Publicist - Berkley (Open to Remote)

Penguin Random House - New York, NY

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - New York, NY

1,001-5,000 employees

Educational Services

About the position

The Publicist role at Berkley involves developing and executing creative publicity strategies for a diverse range of commercial fiction releases. This position is integral to maximizing exposure for authors and their books, managing campaigns for both high-profile and debut authors, and collaborating closely with various stakeholders in the publishing process.

Responsibilities

• Plans and executes publicity campaigns for the Berkley imprint that will maximize exposure for authors and their books and manages the campaign budget.
• Pitches and secures top national and regional TV, print, radio/podcast, and online media.
• Develops and maintains close working relationships with members of the press and seeks out new media outlets.
• Executes successful virtual events and in-person multi-city author tours, including independently overseeing travel arrangements, confirming bookstore events, pitching local media and managing comprehensive tour schedules.
• Writes pitch letters, press releases, and other creative press materials.
• Works closely with the publicity team as well as authors, agents, booksellers and key in-house departments including editorial, marketing, sales, design and subsidiary rights.
• Performs general department responsibilities and represents the imprint at various meetings, functions, and industry events.
• Works closely with authors on all aspects of publicity including sending authors regular updates, briefing authors on how to handle interviews and accompanying authors to publicity engagements when possible.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in publicity
• A passion for fiction
• Established national and regional media contacts including TV, radio/podcast, print and online media
• Established relationships with bookstores a plus
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong public presentation skills
• Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail
• Must be a creative and strategic thinker, as well as proactive and persuasive
• Proven ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Benefits

• Medical/Prescription drug insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account
• Pre-Tax and Roth 401(k)
• Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Life/AD&D Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Educational Assistance
• Generous paid time off