Associate Director of Publicity - Remote

Overview

Join Bloomsbury Academic in overseeing and developing the publicity outreach for the US market, working with our global publicity team to bring Bloomsbury Academic authors, books, and initiatives to the widest possible readership. The ideal candidate will utilize new and traditional media connections to execute high caliber publicity campaigns across a wide-ranging list and serve as a key contributor on new title acquisitions and go-to-market plans.

In Short

• Be responsible for all publicity activities for Bloomsbury Academic titles to ensure success in the US market.
• Work with the US publicity team to develop talking points with authors.
• Foster and maintain relationships with key media contacts.
• Participate in seasonal pitch meetings with key US media contacts.
• Regularly present at sales and marketing meetings.
• Read proposals for acquisition and evaluate potential from a publicity perspective.
• Manage the US Publicity team and assign roles and campaign responsibilities.
• Collaborate with US and UK Marketing, Sales, and Editorial teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably a Master's degree.
• 7+ years of hands-on book publicity experience.
• Deep knowledge of regional and national media.
• Solid understanding or interest in the academic and/or publishing industry.
• Exceptional communication and pitching skills.
• Proven ability to generate creative angles and pitches.
• Demonstrated ability to work well under pressure.
• Excellent organization skills and attention to detail.
• Energetic, collaborative, flexible, creative, and self-starting.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid parental leave
• Hybrid Work Schedule