Publicity Assistant, Gallery Books

Simon & Schuster•New York, NY

1d•$50,000 - $50,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Gallery Books is seeking a Publicity Assistant to support the Director of Publicity and Marketing and the Executive Publicist in creating and executing campaigns for books across categories including celebrity memoir, commercial fiction, romance, horror, and general nonfiction. The role supports the Gallery Books, Pocket Books, 13A, and Scout Press imprints. The position is based in New York, NY, with a hybrid work arrangement.

Requirements

Excellent organization skills and the ability to multitask across multiple ongoing projects.
Adaptable, resourceful, and proactive problem-solving skills, with an ability to enjoy a fast-paced environment.
Strong communication and writing skills.
Curiosity and drive to learn from publicity team members.
Strong interest in book publishing, publicity, and media relations.
Highly motivated and a proactive self-starter.
Fluency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Canva, PowerPoint, and Excel.

Nice To Haves

Publicity or related experience.

Responsibilities

Provide day-to-day administrative support to the Publicity & Marketing Director.
Support pitching to seasonal national media outlets.
Coordinate weekly title Focus meetings.
Track imprint New York Times and Publishers Weekly bestsellers.
Assist in preparing acquisition meeting decks and awards submissions.
Support the Executive Publicist with media campaigns.
Coordinate event logistics and book tours.
Book author travel, including flights, cars, and hotels, and track expenses.
Coordinate and send review copies to media.
Research and compile media contact lists and press clippings.
Create and write press materials and pitches.
Perform other publicity department administrative duties on a case-by-case basis.