Pr by the Book Publicist

Category: Public Relations Location: _Our ideal candidate: Has been a book publicist for several years and LOVES it! Has a burning passion for landing authors on top-tier press outlets and loves working with a team. Has leadership qualities and is looking for growth with a successful boutique agency. Someone with passion for a job well done; who wants to be part of a caring work family for the long term._ _Someone who is ready to oversee authors and lead team members in a_**_24-year-old_**_thriving family-owned business in the ever-changing book world._ _You are a problem solver, confident, enthusiastic, ambitious, engaging, intelligent and results-oriented. An A-player with high integrity and impeccable ethics. You believe in yourself and your ability to contribute and are laser-focused on achieving every day._ _Exceptional relationship and communication skills allow you to influence people._ _You value working from home, a flexible schedule, and working with a team of committed professionals._ ### Who We Are: Founded in 2002,[PR by the Book](https://himalayas.app/companies/pr-by-the-book)is a boutique publicity firm specializing in literary media relations and social media campaigns for authors and experts. We pride ourselves on offering a lifestyle company culture that includes a flexible schedule and a virtual office. **Description:**A book publicist develops and executes PR/media campaigns for publishing houses, traditionally, hybrid and self-published authors. Position includes writing press materials, executing and overseeing media relations campaigns (to include landing mid to top-tier media exposure), strategy design, and author branding consulting. This position may also support our digital team as needed, with a focus on influencer outreach and digital marketing campaigns. ### Qualifications: * Self-starter with initiative and literary creativity * 5+ years of book PR campaign management and execution * Influencer outreach and digital marketing experience * Proactive problem solver that is solutions-oriented * ### Book lover * ### Positive attitude/ team player * Understanding of Muck Rack media database a plus * ### Excellent communication skills * ### Independently manages workflow * ### Creative writer * ### Strong social media skills * Ability to work independently from a home office * Experience using AI as a tool for research, brainstorming, and ideation ### Responsibilities: * Lead and manage media relations campaign execution and client communication. * Pitch and secure traditional media placements, podcast features, and online media coverage and manage media requests. * Create compelling press packs, expert pages, sample media questions and media pitches. * Identify opportunities for contributed articles and creative placements for clients. * Develop, identify and maintain relationships with the media. * Research media, newsworthy topics/events and angles/pitches online. * Work closely with our Director of Publicity to craft and execute PR campaigns. * Maintain communication with team and clients via Zoom, phone, and email for monthly updates and goal setting. * Review campaign results and analytics with clients. * Help authors create consistent branding as needed. * Assist the digital team with influencer outreach and digital marketing as needed. ### Preferred Tech Applications Experience: * High Speed Internet Connection (3mb down and 1mb up) * Google Workspace (Gmail, Google docs, Google Sheets) * ### Slack * ### Canva * ### CRM and database software * ### MuckRack * ### NetGalley * ### Mac basic skills **Salary:**$55,000-$65,000 year, plus quarterly performance bonuses and year-end profit sharing **_Applicants must reside in a U.S. state where [PR by the Book](https://himalayas.app/companies/pr-by-the-book) is authorized to employ. At this time, we are unable to hire employees residing in California, Washington, Colorado, or Oregon._** Details Originally posted on [Himalayas](https://himalayas.app)