Promotions Coordinator

University of Chicago•Chicago, IL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Books Division of the University of Chicago Press has been publishing books for scholars, students, and general readers since 1892. Its mission is to disseminate scholarship of the highest standard, promote education, foster public understanding, and enrich cultural life. The Press’s acquisitions editors acquire and develop books that fulfill this mission, working closely with authors, agents, and institutions. The Promotions Coordinator plans and implements promotional and publicity campaigns for a portfolio of client presses.

Requirements

College or university degree in related field.
Less than 2 years of work experience in a related job discipline.
Knowledge and skills developed through < 2 years of work experience in a related job discipline.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Creativity.
Interpersonal skills.
Customer service skills.
Attention to detail.
Organizational skills.
Respond quickly and appropriately to emails and queries.
Maintain confidentiality.
Work as part of a team.
Work independently with a high degree of initiative.
Manage multiple projects simultaneously, set priorities, and meet deadlines.
Ability to manage stressful situations.
Knowledge of database, word processing, and spreadsheet software required.
Represent organizations positively to internal and external clients.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree.
Some graduate work.
Ability to travel.
Set up and break down book exhibits at academic conferences.

Responsibilities

Writes and edits marketing copy.
Reviews advertisements, copy, and marketing materials.
Researches media and creates review lists and conducts necessary media outreach.
Serves as marketing liaison with client publishers and with other departments at the Press and responds to regular inquiries from clients related to promotions and events.
Creates and schedules social media posts on behalf of client presses.
Performs one or more of the following marketing functions: marketing communications /advertising; Web blogs or digital marketing; market research; development or review and update of the marketing infrastructure and management of external sales agency relationships.
Assists in developing marketing communications, advertising, or publicity materials with a moderate to high level of guidance from others.
Performs other related work as needed.