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Job DescriptionFounded in 1925, Random House is the proud publishing house of many of the world’s most acclaimed storytellers, thought leaders, and innovators. Our host of imprints publish original fiction and nonfiction in all formats with the mission to entertain, educate, and inspire readers for generations.
We are currently seeking a Publicity Assistant to join the Random House Group publicity department to support our team on campaigns for media-driven fiction and nonfiction books across the Random House Group working with the Random House, Dial Press, One World, and Modern Library imprints. This position provides an intensive education in trade book publishing in a fast-paced, exciting, and highly collaborative environment. The Publicity Assistant role is the ideal position for a curious, confident, self-motivated person who loves books across all genres, understands and consumes media, and is interested in learning how to execute publicity strategy.
Specific responsibilities include:
- Assisting publicity staff with high profile media campaigns for bestselling authors.
- Communicating with media, booksellers, in-house colleagues, authors, and agents.
- Pitching media and bookstores.
- Creating and managing details in author itineraries.
- Updating internal documents and systems.
- Coordinating mailings, publicity materials, and review copy requests.
- Organizing travel and hotel logistics for author tours and special events.
- Processing invoices, maintaining title budgets for supervisors’ campaigns, and helping with data entry related to campaigns.
- Performing online research to acquire publicity contacts and updating media lists.
- Additional assignments, projects, and responsibilities, as needed.
- Strong interest in book publishing, publicity and media relations, and in books across genres
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to juggle priorities in a deadline-driven, fast-paced environment
- Ability to work in a collaborative team environment
- Self-starter who takes initiative and wants to learn and grow
- Proficiency with social media, internet research, and Microsoft Office Suite
The salary for this position is $55,000.00. All positions are currently eligible for an annual profit award or bonus, subject to company results.
This is a hybrid position with in-office responsibilities. We will consider candidates who can work from a commutable distance to our offices at 1745 Broadway, which includes the tri-state area (NJ, CT, & PA).
Applications for this role will be accepted through August 3, 2026 or until the role is filled. We encourage you to apply early, as we review applications on a rolling basis. Please include your resume and cover letter for consideration. Before applying for any role at Penguin Random House, we recommend you review our applicant resources page and our FAQs page.
Penguin Random House job postings include a good faith compensation range for each open position. The salary range listed is specific to each particular open position and takes into account various factors including the specifics of the individual role, and candidate's relevant experience and qualifications.
Full-time employees are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program. Our range of benefits include, but are not limited to, Medical/Prescription drug insurance, Dental, Vision, 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.
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We value the array of talents and perspectives that a diverse workforce brings. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, or pregnancy.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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Skills Required
- Strong interest in book publishing, publicity, media relations, and books across genres
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to juggle priorities in a deadline-driven, fast-paced environment
- Ability to work in a collaborative team environment
- Self-starter who takes initiative and wants to learn and grow
- Proficiency with social media, internet research, and Microsoft Office Suite
What We Do
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