PR by the Book Publicist

This is a remote position.

Our ideal candidate: Has been a book publicist for several years and LOVES it! Has a burning passion for landing authors on top-tier press outlets and loves working with a team. Has leadership qualities and is looking for growth with a successful boutique agency. Someone with passion for a job well done; who wants to be part of a caring work family for the long term.

Someone who is ready to oversee authors and lead team members in a 24-year-old thriving family-owned business in the ever-changing book world. 

You are a problem solver, confident, enthusiastic, ambitious, engaging, intelligent and results-oriented. An A-player with high integrity and impeccable ethics. You believe in yourself and your ability to contribute and are laser-focused on achieving every day. 

Exceptional relationship and communication skills allow you to influence people.

You value working from home, a flexible schedule, and working with a team of committed professionals. 

Who We Are:

Founded in 2002, PR by the Book is a boutique publicity firm specializing in literary media relations and social media campaigns for authors and experts.  We pride ourselves on offering a lifestyle company culture that includes a flexible schedule and a virtual office. 

Description:  A book publicist develops and executes PR/media campaigns for publishing houses, traditionally, hybrid and self-published authors. Position includes writing press materials, executing and overseeing media relations campaigns (to include landing mid to top-tier media exposure), strategy design, and author branding consulting.  

This position may also support our digital team as needed, with a focus on influencer outreach and digital marketing campaigns.

Qualifications:

• Self-starter with initiative and literary creativity
  

• 5+ years of book PR campaign management and execution
  

• Influencer outreach and digital marketing experience
  

• Proactive problem solver that is solutions-oriented
  

• Book lover
  

• Positive attitude/ team player
  

• Understanding of Muck Rack media database a plus
  

• Excellent communication skills
  

• Independently manages workflow
  

• Creative writer
  

• Strong social media skills
  

• Ability to work independently from a home office
  

• Experience using AI as a tool for research, brainstorming, and ideation
  

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage media relations campaign execution and client communication.
  

• Pitch and secure traditional media placements, podcast features, and online media coverage and manage media requests.
  

• Create compelling press packs, expert pages, sample media questions and media pitches.
  

• Identify opportunities for contributed articles and creative placements for clients.
  

• Develop, identify and maintain relationships with the media. 
  

• Research media, newsworthy topics/events and angles/pitches online.
  

• Work closely with our Director of Publicity to craft and execute PR campaigns.
  

• Maintain communication with team and clients via Zoom, phone, and email for monthly updates and goal setting.
  

• Review campaign results and analytics with clients.
  

• Help authors create consistent branding as needed.
  

• Assist the digital team with influencer outreach and digital marketing as needed. 
  

Preferred Tech Applications Experience:

• High Speed Internet Connection (3mb down and 1mb up)
  

• Google Workspace (Gmail, Google docs, Google Sheets)
  

• Slack
  

• Canva
  

• CRM and database software
  

• MuckRack
  

• NetGalley
  

• Mac basic skills
  

Salary:

$55,000-$65,000/year

Applicants must reside in a U.S. state where PR by the Book is authorized to employ. At this time, we are unable to hire employees residing in California, Washington, Colorado, or Oregon.