Associate Marketing Manager, Education & Library

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Associate Marketing Manager, Education & Library

Simon & Schuster is seeking a children’s publishing professional to support marketing efforts that connect our books with librarians and educators. This role coordinates seasonal campaigns, events, and marketing materials, working closely with the team to bring children’s titles to institutional audiences.

Responsibilities

• Manage Children’s Librarian Preview Planning
• Coordinate and update seasonal children’s marketing plans
• Coordinate and manage various conference events such as author events or book buzzes
• Present at various librarian book buzzes and webinars
• Plan and execute virtual events with institutional journals such as Booklist & SLJ
• Maintain the children’s .Net pages on a monthly basis
• Plan and create the seasonal Book Pantry brochure
• Handle Checklist & Top Educate Mailings
• Write copy for the children’s monthly newsletter and send out for deployment
• Assist VP with Budget & Invoices
• Manage ARCs and galley reservations for Children’s titles
• Assist manager with advertising copy and submissions
• Assist manager with conference prep

Qualifications

• Education: BA or BS
• Previous Experience: Must have at least three years experience in children’s publishing or a related field.
• Skills: Must be highly-organized, detail-oriented, able to multi-task and possess good written and oral communication skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and various social media platforms preferred.

Work Modality & Location

This position is based in New York, NY and follows a hybrid work arrangement.

Simon & Schuster US is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). 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. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression), age, citizenship status, marital status, and Veteran status where protected by law or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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.

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