Summary
Simon & Schuster Canada is looking for a full-time Publicity Assistant. We are looking for a highly motivated, creative and confident team player with a passion for books and a desire to become a book publicist.
Category
Assistant
Marketing / Advertising / Pr Services
Location
Toronto, ON, Canada
Time Period
Full Time
Posted Date
Sep 15, 2023
Start Date
N/A
End Date
N/A
Job Description
Simon & Schuster Canada is looking for a full-time Publicity Assistant. This is an exciting opportunity to join an innovative and collaborative team. We are looking for a highly motivated, creative and confident team player with a passion for books and a desire to become a book publicist. This role is based in Toronto, and the successful candidate will be required to come into the office regularly, with some hybrid work. The role also requires someone available select evenings, weekends and early mornings, for media and event obligations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Day-to-day administrative support for the publicity team
- Organizing and executing review mailings
- Supporting publicity staff with media campaigns, event logistics, travel booking, and expenses
- Researching and compiling media lists and clippings
- Creating and writing press materials and pitches
- Pitching press interviews and reviews for select titles and authors
- Responding to calls from media, authors, client publishers and booksellers
- Preparing presentations for internal and external meetings
- Liaising with client publishers on select titles
- Assisting in the awards submission process
- Working closely and collaboratively with sales, marketing, editorial, and authors to maximize awareness of titles
Requirements:
- Ability to multitask, prioritize and handle confidential information with discretion
- Excellent communication, writing and presentation skills
- Adaptable, resourceful and proactive problem-solver who enjoys a fast-paced environment
- Ability to work under tight deadlines and prioritize across multiple projects
- Strong awareness of social media platforms and digital marketing trends
- Strong interest in book publishing, publicity and media relations
- Publishing diploma or equivalent publishing experience is an asset, though not required
Job Type
Full Time
Weekly Limit
N/A
Shift
Day, Evening