Publicity Assistant - Little, Brown Books for Young Readers

About the Role

Little, Brown Books for Young Readers (LBYR) is actively searching for a committed and well-organized Publicity Assistant to enhance our publicity efforts. This position requires a passionate interest in promoting literature across varying young reader categories such as picture books, middle grade, young adult, and new adult fiction.

Core Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the Publicity Vice President (VP) and publicity team.
• Assist with media and event campaigns spearheaded by the Publicity VP.
• Coordinate media and reviewer mailings for the department.
• Compile and share weekly updates summarizing media coverage and event outcomes.
• Monitor and circulate bestseller rankings.
• Assist in managing award submission protocols.
• Handle departmental billing tasks.
• Support submissions for book festivals and consumer conventions when necessary.
• Draft pitch letters and press releases.
• Contribute to seasonal creative brainstorming sessions for LBYR titles.
• Maintain professional communication channels with authors, illustrators, media personnel, bookstores, and internal teams.
• Once trained, potentially oversee individual book campaigns by coordinating closely with authors and illustrators and pitching to national and regional media outlets and events.

Required Qualifications

• Previous internships or roles in publishing, public relations, media, or related sectors.
• Genuine interest in public relations and children’s book publishing industry.
• Strong dedication, initiative, and adherence to deadlines.
• Exceptional organizational skills suited for multitasking in a fast-paced workplace.
• Excellent written and oral communication abilities, with a solid understanding of media dynamics.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Canva.

Compensation and Benefits

The salary is set at $52,500 annually, subject to variation based on experience, skills, and location. Overtime work may be required during peak periods or special projects.

LBYR offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance; life and disability coverage; critical illness and hospital indemnity plans; health and dependent care FSAs; commuter benefits; employee assistance programs; tuition reimbursement; travel support; a 401(k) plan; discretionary bonuses; and paid time off including vacation, personal, holiday, and sick days. Eligibility depends on employment terms and job classification.

About Little, Brown Books for Young Readers

Founded in 1926, LBYR publishes a wide array of distinguished and diverse literature annually, covering multiple imprints dedicated to children, young adults, and even adult romance under the Requited imprint. The publisher is celebrated for its award-winning and best-selling titles and its commitment to diverse voices and stories across genres and viewpoints.

Equal Opportunity Policy

LBYR is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Employment decisions are free from discrimination or harassment based on protected characteristics according to federal, state, and local regulations.