Publicity Assistant, Random House Children's Books (Hybrid) Job at Penguin Rando

Overview

Publicity Assistant, Random House Children’s Books (Hybrid) — The Publicity Assistant will support senior publicity staff with projects related to title campaigns and book / brand-specific program launches. The role includes media outreach, research, national author tours, event planning, and scheduling. The assistant will communicate with a diverse array of partners, including authors, illustrators, agents, booksellers, media, and other divisional departments.

Responsibilities

• Providing general administrative support, including monitoring media outlets and distributing news clips, supporting donation work and philanthropic initiatives, executing mailings and media database entry, invoicing and budget work
• Coordinating logistics for meetings, including calendar schedules, preparing meeting materials, and taking notes
• Organizing detailed author tour and media schedules for campaigns
• Tracking review coverage
• Coordinating and executing review copy mailings
• Drafting publicity materials, including galley letters, press releases, and pitches

Qualifications

Compensation and Benefits

The salary for this position is $51,000. All positions are currently eligible for annual profit award or bonus, subject to Company results. Full-time employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits program including Medical / Prescription drug insurance, Dental, Vision, Health Care / Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account, Pre-Tax and Roth 401(k), Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Life / AD&D Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Student Loan Repayment Program, Educational Assistance and generous paid time off.

Work Arrangement

This is a hybrid position with in-office responsibilities in the New York City office, which will include but not be limited to executing mailings and attending in-person author events / meetings with staff, approximately three days a week. We will consider candidates who can work from a commutable distance to our office in Manhattan.

Application Details

Please apply using our ATS system by October 16, 2025, and include your resume and cover letter for consideration. Before applying for any role at Penguin Random House, we recommend you review our applicant resources page and look over our hybrid and open-to-remote guidelines on our FAQs page.

About Penguin Random House

Penguin Random House job postings include a good faith compensation range for each open position. The salary range listed is specific to each particular open position and takes into account various factors including the specifics of the individual role, and candidate's relevant experience and qualifications.

Location & ID

Company : Penguin Random House LLC

Country : United States

State / Region : New York

City : New York

Postal Code : 10019

Job ID : 283341

EEO notice : Penguin Random House values the array of talents and perspectives that a diverse workforce brings. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

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