Job Description

The Penguin Random House Christian Publishing Group (PRHCPG) is seeking an experienced, creative, and enthusiastic Assistant Director of Publicity  to join our WaterBrook, Multnomah, Image, and Forum imprints. This position reports to the VP, Director of Publicity and will lead top-tier media campaigns to bring the imprints’ publications to the largest possible readership. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with distinguished authors and play a leadership role in our PR department.  

We publish a broad range of Christian authors including John Mark Comer, Mark Batterson, Michael Todd, Jordan Lee Dooley, Jennie Allen, Manny Arango, Ashley Heatherington, Madison Prewett Troutt, Sarita Lyons, Angela Halili and Arielle Reitsma, Rich Villodas, Katie Davis Majors, Stephanie Ike Okafor, and Joni Eareckson Tada.   

We are seeking an Assistant Director of Publicity with a proven track record of national press hits, taking faith-based books mainstream, to join our dynamic team. This role will be hands-on in the creation and execution of customized publicity campaigns for a variety of titles including nonfiction and children’s.   

The ideal candidate will have experience planning and executing PR campaigns and tours for high-profile non-fiction and/or children’s books, an established network of national broadcast, podcast, print and online media contacts—both within the general market and Christian outlets—and excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Candidates should have an interest in and expertise in working with leaders in the Christian, cultural, and political space as well as celebrities and athletes. Candidates need to have strong internal and external communication skills, be adept in time management, and have a keen eye for detail.  

The person in this position will interact internally with PRHCPG’s marketing, sales, and editorial teams, and externally with authors, agents, booksellers, and members of the press.  

Specific responsibilities include:  

• Spearheading the planning and execution of publicity campaigns for assigned top-tier titles; this includes identifying possible readerships, maximizing exposure for our authors and books through earned media rollouts, and creating dynamic author events   
• Developing, researching, and maintaining strong relationships with national TV, print, radio/podcast, online, and local media contacts.  
• High-touch author care and attentive communication with authors and agents.  
• Working with booksellers and retailers for author signings, on-site sales, or bulk buys.  
• Creating multi-city tours  
• Collaborating and effectively partnering with marketing, editorial, and sales departments.  
• Writing creative press materials, pitches, and other collateral material with the goal of securing national coverage.  
• Media training and prepping authors for media and events.  
• Representing the division at meetings, presentations, and events.  

Please apply if you meet the following qualifications:  

• At least 6+ years of relevant experience in public relations, book publishing experience preferred  
• Exceptional written and oral communication and pitching skills  
• Existing relationships with mainstream and Christian media contacts  
• Strong organizational skills and demonstrated ability to meet deadlines  
• Ability to prioritize and manage time effectively while also responding to urgent issues   
• Collaborative, curious reader across areas, detail-oriented, organized, problem-solver, and self-motivated  
• Ability to work seamlessly in a team and to mentor junior staff  
• Enthusiasm for Christian books  
• Faith-based publishing is a plus but not required  
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite  

The PRHCPG office is located in Colorado Springs, Colorado. This position is open to remote candidates.   

The salary range for this position is $83,000-$87,000. All positions are currently eligible for annual profit award or bonus, subject to Company results.   

Please apply by February 9th using our online application process, and please include your resume, cover letter, and salary requirements.  

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.

Penguin Random House is the leading adult and children's publishing house in North America, the United Kingdom and many other regions around the world. In publishing the best books in every genre and subject for all ages, we are committed to quality, excellence in execution, and innovation throughout the entire publishing process: editorial, design, marketing, publicity, sales, production, and distribution. Our vibrant and diverse international community of nearly 300 publishing brands and imprints include Ballantine Bantam Dell, Berkley, Clarkson Potter, Crown, DK, Doubleday, Dutton, Grosset & Dunlap, Little Golden Books, Knopf, Modern Library, Pantheon, Penguin Books, Penguin Press, Penguin Random House Audio, Penguin Young Readers, Portfolio, Puffin, Putnam, Random House, Random House Children's Books, Riverhead, Ten Speed Press, Viking, and Vintage, among others. More information can be found at < "">

Penguin Random House values the array of talents and perspectives that a diverse workforce brings. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

Company: Penguin Random House LLC

Country: United States of America 

State/Region: Colorado 

City: Colorado Springs 

Postal Code: 80921 

Job ID: 276658

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