Communications Associate, Hachette Book Group

Hachette Book Group • New York, NY

379d • $53,200 - $60,000

About The Position

Hachette Book Group (HBG) is seeking a Communications Associate to join its Communications Team in New York City. This hybrid role involves supporting both internal and external communications, contributing to the company's mission of making literature accessible and engaging. The ideal candidate will have a proactive mindset, strong writing and editing skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in English, media, communications, public relations, marketing, journalism, or a related field.
• At least 2 years of relevant experience and a proven ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Professionalism when working with senior leaders and external partners.
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to prioritize and multitask.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with an understanding of brand voice.
• Proficiency in digital media content creation and distribution (Canva, Office suite, CMS, Mailchimp, etc.).
• A proactive team-oriented attitude, attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of all top social media platforms and best practices.
• A curiosity to explore innovative branding and communication opportunities.
• Openness to learning new technologies and platforms.

Responsibilities

• Support all company messaging and HBG's intranet through content creation and site administration.
• Coordinate content from departments to produce weekly internal newsletters.
• Create and maintain resources for staff on the intranet, including updates to the intranet calendar.
• Produce corporate display screens and internal signage for events and initiatives.
• Provide support for sustainability, employee culture, and social impact initiatives.
• Manage HBG's ebook and audiobook library for staff, including uploading new titles.
• Gather and organize data for corporate responsibility and sustainability reports.
• Track and maintain files for Communications team records and update process and training guides.
• Collaborate on special projects and initiatives as assigned.
• Coordinate the drafting, editing, and distribution of press releases.
• Assist in preparing and delivering media pitches.
• Research and compile talking points and briefing materials for interviews.
• Support the Senior Director of Communications in executing strategies to elevate HBG's public profile.
• Stay informed of industry trends in publicity and communications.
• Track and support organizations that HBG partners with on literacy initiatives.
• Plan and coordinate logistics for internal and external events.
• Coordinate communications for event promotion, including press releases and invitations.
• Assist with planning and execution of internal and external events, including author events.

Benefits

• Commuter assistance
• AD&D insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Flexible spending account
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Employee assistance program
• Vision insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Publishing Industries
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree