The Publicity Assistant will work with novelists, journalists, news makers, and representatives. This position is great for a curious, confident, self-motivated person who loves books and has an understanding of the media. You will respond to a variety of calls from media, authors, and booksellers, and communicating between related in-house departments.
- Handling detailed tour and media schedules for campaigns.
- Coordinating travel and other essential arrangements for author tours.
- Coordinating and executing review copy mailings.
- Gathering and organizing press clips.
- Drafting publicity materials, including galley letters, press releases, and pitches.
- Contacting bookstores for author events.