Publicist/Senior Publicist, GCP

$59,500 - $70,000/Yr

Hachette Book Group - New York, NY

Full-time - Mid Level

New York, NY

Publishing Industries

About the position

Grand Central Publishing is seeking a motivated and creative Publicist or Senior Publicist to develop and implement publicity campaigns for non-fiction titles. This role involves managing publicity for approximately 14-18 books annually, focusing on the Balance list and other Grand Central titles, while fostering relationships with media and authors to enhance book visibility.

Responsibilities

• Publicizing approximately 14 - 18 books per year for titles on the Balance and Grand Central lists.
• Executing all aspects of a publicity campaign, including booking national and local media, managing author tours, and producing events.
• Handling book launches for practical non-fiction titles, including health & wellness, food, psychology, and work/life.
• Developing and maintaining relationships with members of the press across various media outlets.
• Working closely with authors on publicity aspects, including briefing and accompanying them to engagements.
• Collaborating with editorial and marketing teams on book launches.
• Strategizing media lists and creating press materials such as press releases and pitch letters.
• Collaborating with in-house departments including Publicity, Marketing, Sales, and Subsidiary Rights.
• Developing relationships with booksellers and planning author appearances.

Requirements

• 4 year college degree or equivalent work experience
• Minimum of 4 years of publicity experience in professional public relations or book publishing
• Strong knowledge of national and regional media
• Interest in and passion for practical non-fiction
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment
• Exceptional interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail
• Knowledge of the media, marketplace and competition
• Ability to escort authors as needed, including domestic travel
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Excel, Outlook, etc.

Nice-to-haves

• Familiarity with Net Galley, Muck Rack, Podchaser and Edelweiss

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• basic and supplemental life
• short-term and long-term disability
• accidental death and dismemberment
• critical illness
• hospital indemnity
• long-term care
• health and dependent care FSA
• commuter benefit plan
• employee assistance program
• tuition reimbursement
• travel assistance
• 401(k)
• discretionary bonus program
• PTO (15 vacation days, 2 personal days, 10 holidays and generous sick leave)
• group discounts on auto and home insurance and legal services