Simon & Schuster is seeking a highly organized, enthusiastic, and creative Publicity Assistant to support the Children's Publishing publicity team. The Publicity Assistant will provide administrative ...
Simon & Schuster is seeking a highly organized, enthusiastic, and creative Publicity Assistant to support the Children's Publishing publicity team. The Publicity Assistant will provide administrative ...
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... Children's Publishing list. This requires working across different departments within the organization (publishing, marketing, sales, managing editorial, finance, supply chain, etc.) to execute ...
Associate, Publishing Strategy
$54K - $58K/yr
... Children's Publishing list. This requires working across different departments within the organization (publishing, marketing, sales, managing editorial, finance, supply chain, etc.) to execute ...
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$54K - $58K/yr
... Children's Publishing list. This requires working across different departments within the organization (publishing, marketing, sales, managing editorial, finance, supply chain, etc.) to execute ...
Associate, Publishing Strategy
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$54K - $58K/yr
... Children's Publishing list. This requires working across different departments within the organization (publishing, marketing, sales, managing editorial, finance, supply chain, etc.) to execute ...
Associate, Publishing Strategy
$54K - $58K/yr
... Children's Publishing list. This requires working across different departments within the organization (publishing, marketing, sales, managing editorial, finance, supply chain, etc.) to execute ...
Associate, Publishing Strategy
$54K - $58K/yr
... Children's Publishing list. This requires working across different departments within the organization (publishing, marketing, sales, managing editorial, finance, supply chain, etc.) to execute ...
Associate, Publishing Strategy
Manhattan, NY · On-site +1
$54K - $58K/yr
... Children's Publishing list. This requires working across different departments within the organization (publishing, marketing, sales, managing editorial, finance, supply chain, etc.) to execute ...
Associate, Publishing Strategy
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$54K - $58K/yr
... Children's Publishing list. This requires working across different departments within the organization (publishing, marketing, sales, managing editorial, finance, supply chain, etc.) to execute ...
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Editor, Children's - Global Publishing
Manhattan, NY · On-site
$75K - $110K/yr
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Editor, Children's - Global Publishing
$75K - $110K/yr
Editor, Children's - Global Publishing Overview We are seeking an innovative, skilled editor with a deep love of children's storytelling to join our Global Publishing team. This role is ideal for a ...
Editor, Children's - Global Publishing
$75K - $110K/yr
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$95K - $105K/yr
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Associate Director, HC360 Children's (NYC Hybrid)
New York, NY · On-site
$95K - $105K/yr
Work with the Affiliate Publisher and International Sales to identify and prioritise focus titles ... Chair quarterly Children's Brainstorm meeting with sales and editorial * Meet with the special ...
... children's publishing, and more. Dover Publications, a division of Lakeside Book Company, is a niche publisher with over 7,500 titles in print. Since its founding in 1941, Dover has built an ...
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$70K - $85K/yr
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Sr Designer, MCPG
$70K - $85K/yr
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... children's publishing, and more. Dover Publications offers an engaging summer internship program that provides learning, mentorship, networking, and meaningful work experience for those interested in ...
... children's publishing, and more. Dover Publications offers an engaging summer internship program that provides learning, mentorship, networking, and meaningful work experience for those interested in ...
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Designer - Publishing
El Segundo, CA · On-site
Qualifications What We're Looking For: * 3+ years experience in children's publishing, preferably ... licensed publishing. * A thorough understanding of the entire publishing process and of the ...
Designer - Publishing
El Segundo, CA · On-site
Qualifications What We're Looking For: * 3+ years experience in children's publishing, preferably ... licensed publishing. * A thorough understanding of the entire publishing process and of the ...
Designer - Publishing
El Segundo, CA · On-site
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Sr Designer, MCPG
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$70K - $85K/yr
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Sr Designer, MCPG
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$70K - $85K/yr
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Associate Director, HC360 Childrens (NYC Hybrid)
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$50K/yr
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Description The Contracts Assistant, MCPG will support the busy Contracts team supporting the Macmillan Children's Publishing Group through the contract life cycle. In addition to drafting amendments ...
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Manhattan, NY · Hybrid
$50K/yr
Description The Contracts Assistant, MCPG will support the busy Contracts team supporting the Macmillan Children's Publishing Group through the contract life cycle. In addition to drafting amendments ...
Contracts Assistant, MCPG
Manhattan, NY · Hybrid
$50K/yr
Description The Contracts Assistant, MCPG will support the busy Contracts team supporting the Macmillan Children's Publishing Group through the contract life cycle. In addition to drafting amendments ...
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To thrive in Children Publishing, you need strong writing, editing, and storytelling abilities, as well as a solid understanding of age-appropriate content and publishing workflows, typically supported by a degree in English, Journalism, or a related field. Familiarity with digital publishing platforms, Adobe Creative Suite, and content management systems is highly valuable. Creativity, adaptability, and excellent communication skills help you collaborate effectively with writers, illustrators, and marketing teams. These competencies are crucial for ensuring the creation and successful distribution of engaging, high-quality children's books and media.
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Professionals in Children Publishing are typically involved in reviewing manuscripts, working closely with authors and illustrators, developing concepts for new titles, and managing the editorial process from initial idea to final publication. You may also participate in market research to understand current trends, coordinate with marketing and sales teams, and ensure compliance with industry guidelines for age-appropriate content. Regular meetings and collaboration across departments are common, as the process often involves input from multiple stakeholders. This dynamic environment offers opportunities to develop a diverse skill set and make a positive impact on young readers.

Full-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO
Posted 13 days ago
Simon & Schuster rating
8.2
Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
7th of 17 rated publishing
Job description
Simon & Schuster is seeking a highly organized, enthusiastic, and creative Publicity Assistant to support the Children's Publishing publicity team. The Publicity Assistant will provide administrative and project support for a fast-paced department working across picture books, middle grade, YA, brand-driven publishing, and new adult titles. The successful candidate is detail-oriented, collaborative, proactive, and excited about helping authors and illustrators connect with readers.
Responsibilities
- Support senior publicity staff on publicity campaigns for high profile authors and illustrators
- Develop and write press releases, pitch letters, author Q&As, and internal media alerts
- Identify key audiences on a title-by-title basis, develop targeted mailing lists, and execute mailings
- Assist with planning book tours, media outreach, detailed itineraries, and author travel
- Maintain an internal publicity database by updating media contacts, and creating detailed logs of media hits, book reviews, and author appearances
- Manage a variety of departmental tasks including but not limited to managing budgets, award submissions, monthly Amex coding and payments, etc.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with editorial, marketing, sales, and ed/lib teams
- Field backlist requests and respond to a variety of media, author, and bookseller questions
Qualifications
- Prior experience in publicity and/or publishing preferred
- Strong interest in children's and young adult books
- Proven ability to multi-task and shift priorities in a deadline-driven environment
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Exceptional organization and attention to detail, and proactive approach to problem-solving
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
This is a hybrid role (2-3 days in-office), based out of NYC.
Simon & Schuster US is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet. At Simon & Schuster US, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do. From employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Simon & Schuster US is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.
The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York City, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable. Additionally, employees have access to our industry-first, Broad Based Ownership program, which makes all employees partners in our shared success.
Candidates hired for this or any other posted Simon & Schuster role will be employees of Simon & Schuster, LLC, subject to all policies, including the Workplace Privacy Notice, and eligible solely for the benefits plans thereof.