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Publicity Assistant, Gallery Books
Gallery Books is seeking a Publicity Assistant to join the publicity team. In this role, the ideal candidate will support both the Director of Publicity and Marketing and Executive Publicist in the creation and execution of campaigns for books ranging across categories including celebrity memoir, commercial fiction, romance, horror and general nonfiction. Imprints include Gallery Books, Pocket Books, 13A and Scout Press. The ideal candidate would have previous publicity or related experience and will possess excellent organization and communication skills and a strong ability to multitask and think creatively.
Responsibilities will include:
• Day-to-day administrative support for the Publicity & Marketing Director including support in pitching seasonal national media outlets, coordinating weekly title Focus meetings, tracking imprint New York Times and Publishers Weekly bestsellers, assist in preparing acquisition meeting decks, and awards submissions.
• Support the Executive Publicist with media campaigns, including:
- Event logistics/book tours, booking author travel (flights, cars, hotels etc.), and keeping track of expenses.
- Coordinating and sending out review copies to media
- Researching and compiling media contact lists and press clippings
- Creating and writing press materials and pitches
- Administrative duties on a case-by-case basis within the publicity department
Role Requirements - The ideal candidate will possess the following:
• Publicity experience a plus
• Excellent organization skills and ability to multi-task multiple ongoing projects.
• Adaptable, resourceful, and proactive problem-solver who enjoys a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and writing skills.
• Curiosity and drive to learn from publicity team members.
• Strong interest in book publishing, publicity, and media relations.
• Highly motivated and a proactive self-starter.
• Fluency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Canva, Power Point and Excel.
Work Location & Modality:
This role is based in New York, NY and follows a hybrid work arrangement.
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The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York City, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable. Additionally, employees have access to our industry-first, Broad Based Ownership program, which makes all employees partners in our shared success.
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals in accordance with applicable law. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact us at [email protected]. Unrelated emails, such as following up on an application, will not receive a response.
Candidates hired for this or any other posted Simon & Schuster role will be employees of Simon & Schuster, LLC, subject to all policies, including the Workplace Privacy Notice, and eligible solely for the benefits plans thereof.
Skills Required
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple ongoing projects
- Adaptable, resourceful, and proactive problem-solving abilities
- Strong communication and writing skills
- Strong interest in book publishing, publicity, and media relations
- Highly motivated and proactive self-starter
- Fluency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Canva, PowerPoint, and Excel
- Previous publicity or related experience
- Curiosity and willingness to learn from publicity team members
What We Do
Simon & Schuster is a global consumer publishing company and major book publisher. It publishes more than 2,000 new titles annually across printed and digital formats, offering works that educate, entertain, and inspire readers of all ages. Its business includes numerous publishing groups and imprints, as well as audiobook publishing, including audio editions, original productions, and titles from both its own and external publishing houses.
