[Remote] Marketing & Publicity Associate - YA

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Sourcebooks is hiring a Marketing & Publicity Associate to support marketing and publicity campaigns for its young adult books across imprints. The role focuses on digital content, social media, influencer partnerships, press outreach, and collaboration with authors and internal teams to connect books with readers.

Responsibilities

• Create digital content for Sourcebooks frontlist and backlist YA titles
• Support planning and execute social media marketing initiatives
• Own and grow influencer program for mailings, events, and other partnerships
• Coordinate newsletter features
• Represent marketing efforts to authors, help them develop their social media presence and branding
• Develop press materials and pitch for seasonal and round-up opportunities
• Attend select reader conventions throughout the year
• Collaborate with the marketing and publicity teams to form creative, full-rounded campaigns

Skills

• 2-3+ years of experience in book publishing, digital marketing, publicity, or a related field
• Strong writing skills and confidence in creating engaging social content
• Adept at designing online graphics and using tools such as Canva and Photoshop
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines with attention to detail
• Keen understanding of the importance of teen books
• Enthusiasm for collaboration on multi-faceted campaigns
• Comfort presenting your ideas and plans to internal and external partners
• Love for books and belief in their power to change lives

Benefits

• The position can be hybrid or remote in New York or Naperville, Illinois, or remote based in Arizona, Connecticut, Illinois, Louisiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Washington D.C., and Wisconsin.
• Full-time employees are eligible for the comprehensive benefits program, including Medical/Prescription drug insurance, Dental, Vision, Health Care, Dependent Care, Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account, 401(k), Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Life/AD&D Insurance, and generous paid time off.

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