Sales, Marketing, and Publicity Assistant

About the Role

Chronicle Books is seeking a Sales, Marketing, and Publicity Assistant to support the New York-based Marketing & Publicity team and the Northeast Independent and School & Library Sales Manager. Reporting to the Executive Director of Marketing & Publicity, this vital position involves collaboration across departments to help bring the company's books to market.

Responsibilities

The role's duties are split evenly between sales and marketing/publicity tasks:

• Assist the key account sales manager with School & Library sales, including placing orders and preparing for key account meetings.
• Coordinate with various departments to gather relevant information, request and mail samples, and build Edelweiss collections for buyers.
• Summarize sales reports, maintain up-to-date Salesforce account records, and track orders.
• Manage marketing and publicity meetings, including creating agendas and collecting event details for company-wide emails.
• Contribute to seasonal marketing plan development and support Children's publicity efforts.
• Develop Marketing & Publicity PowerPoint presentations and handle associated mailings.
• Conduct influencer research and serve as an M&P point person in the NYC office.

Requirements

• Highly motivated individuals with excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail.
• Ability to take initiative, prioritize tasks, and effectively manage multiple responsibilities.
• Exceptional writing and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly advanced skills in Excel and PowerPoint; experience with Canva is advantageous.
• Familiarity with Salesforce and Edelweiss preferred.
• Experience in fast-paced office environments and/or book publishing is beneficial.

Salary and Benefits

The anticipated salary range is $24.52 to $28.25 per hour, influenced by education, experience, skills, location, and internal factors. The position qualifies for a profit share plan.

Benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) plan; profit sharing; three weeks paid vacation initially; two weeks sick leave annually; company holidays including a paid winter break; paid family, maternity, and paternity leave; commuter benefits; long-term disability insurance; annual tuition support; wellness stipend; and more.

Work Schedule

Employees typically work a hybrid schedule with a minimum of three days per week onsite at the New York City office, potentially extending up to five days depending on business needs and projects.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Chronicle Books is committed to diversity and inclusion, providing equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status. Candidates who do not fully meet all qualifications are still encouraged to apply.

About Chronicle Books

Established in 1967 in San Francisco, Chronicle Books is a renowned publisher and distributor of illustrated books, gifts, and games across various categories including art, photography, food, lifestyle, pop culture, humor, wellness, children’s literature, and stationery. The company supports diverse creators and fosters an inclusive workplace culture.