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| Title: | Marketing and Publicity Associate (Hybrid) |
| Description: | Diversion Books is looking for an innovative, detail-oriented Marketing and Publicity Associate to join our dynamic team. This role will support Diversion Books, focusing on impactful marketing and publicity strategies for a diverse catalog of fiction and nonfiction titles, including frontlist releases and backlist gems.
Recognized by Publishers Weekly as a 2024 Fast-Growing Independent Publisher, Diversion Books has built its reputation on publishing books that captivate, enlighten, and entertain readers worldwide. Founded in 2010, we connect exceptional stories with audiences through a variety of distribution channels, including print, digital, audio, film, television, and international markets. Ideal candidates will have at least two years of experience in marketing, publicity, or a related field. A passion for storytelling, creative book promotion, and media relations is essential. Join us and play a key role in shaping campaigns that resonate far and wide in the literary world. • Location: Hybrid (NYC office) • Salary: $47,000 + Full Benefits Package |
| Requirements: | Key Responsibilities:
• Provide administrative and strategic support to the marketing and publicity team, collaborating with editorial, sales, and subsidiary rights teams. • Act as a liaison with external partners in marketing, publicity, and sales, ensuring timely delivery of materials and assets. • Maintain and manage department calendars for marketing, publicity, and sales events, ensuring deadlines are met and milestones tracked. • Develop and execute publicity campaigns for select titles, taking the lead in strategic outreach. • Create engaging digital content, including social media posts for the company and author platforms, newsletters, and website updates. • Design and implement data-driven digital marketing strategies for platforms like Facebook and Amazon and provide performance insights. • Research innovative trends and best practices in marketing and publicity, sharing actionable recommendations with the team. About You: • Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, or a related field. • 2-4 years of experience in publishing (including internships), marketing, or publicity. • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a knack for storytelling. • Highly organized, able to juggle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. • A passion for books, from fiction to nonfiction. • Familiarity with tools like Mailchimp, Canva, or Google Workspace and a willingness to learn new platforms. • A proactive, solutions-oriented mindset with a strong ability to work both independently and collaboratively. With a forward-thinking approach, Diversion Books utilizes a wide range of distribution channels, including traditional print and digital platforms, as well as audiobooks, film, television, and international exports. This multi-faceted strategy ensures that stories find their audiences in meaningful and impactful ways. At Diversion Books, creativity, collaboration, and a passion for storytelling are at the heart of everything we do. In addition to producing exceptional books, we are dedicated to fostering the personal and professional growth of our team members. We offer mentorship opportunities and maintain a supportive environment, providing the tools and encouragement needed to help our employees expand their skill sets, develop their expertise, and thrive in an ever-changing industry. Our commitment makes Diversion Books not only a wonderful place to work but also a fantastic place to grow. |
| Company: | DIVERSION PUBLISHING |
| Location: | NYC |
| How To Apply For This Job: | To Apply: Submit your cover letter and resume to jobs@diversionbooks.com with the subject line: Marketing and Publicity Associate Application. |
| Tracking Number: | MPSP25 |
| Date Posted: | 3/26/2025 |
