Marketing & Publicity Assistant, Crown & Currency (Hybrid)
Penguin Random House
- Location
- New York, NY (Hybrid)
- Posted
- October 6, 2026
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We have an exciting opportunity for a Marketing & Publicity Assistant to join Penguin Random House. Reporting to the Director, Marketing and Publicity, this role will assist in executing campaigns for non-fiction hardcover and paperback titles in a fast-paced, fun, and highly collaborative environment.
Crown Currency is the Crown division's imprint for books about business, technology, and personal success, with authors like Palantir CEO Alexander C. Karp, Axios founders Jim VandeHei, Mike Allen and Roy Schwartz, journalist Zeke Faux, Silicon Valley visionary Eric Ries, acclaimed journalist Rana Foroohar, activist Reshma Saujani, and Earn Your Leisure podcasters Troy Millings and Rashad Bilal. The flagship Crown imprint is the home of some of the world's most acclaimed storytellers, thought leaders, and innovators, including President Barack Obama, Michelle Obama, Rachel Maddow, Susan Cain, Erik Larson, Matthew McConaughey, Mustafa Suleyman, and Matthew Desmond. We are looking for an Assistant with a strong interest in current events and business who would be excited to be at the forefront of the changing landscape of work, business and finance.
Responsibilities
- Assist in media outreach for campaigns, including seeking new opportunities, maintaining author media lists, tour schedules and media monitoring
- Help build media lists and update databases with a particular focus on the business and self-improvement space
- Conduct influencer research and assist in influencer outreach across social media
- Help support b2b and bulk buy opportunities
- Assist in generating promotional copy, including for press materials and social media
- Help brainstorm and create marketing assets, and trafficking for approval
- Support the implementation of marketing and publicity initiatives that achieve impact across a range of channels
- Assist with a variety of other tasks, including scheduling meetings, creating presentations, mailings, and budget tracking
Qualifications
- Prior office/internship experience required; Publishing/marketing/publicity experience a plus
- Exceptional interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
- Excellent organizational skills
- Strong time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects across teams, with a focus on details and deadlines
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively
- Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Proficiency with social media platforms and management tools
- Familiarity with design platforms such as Adobe Creative Suite is a plus
- Familiarity with online programs such as Canva, Muckrack, Mailchimp a plus
- Interest in nonfiction and business is essential
Compensation and Benefits
- The salary for this position is $55,000.00
- All positions are currently eligible for an annual profit award or bonus, subject to company results
- Full-time employees are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program
- 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 & generous paid time off
Application Information
- This is a hybrid position with in-office responsibilities
- We will consider candidates who can work from a commutable distance to our offices at 1745 Broadway, which includes the tri-state area (NJ, CT, & PA)
- Applications for this role will be accepted through October 13, 2026 or until the role is filled
- We encourage you to apply early, as we review applications on a rolling basis
- Please include your resume and cover letter for consideration
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