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Publicity Assistant (New York City, Hybrid)Phaidon is seeking a full-time Publicity Assistant based in New York City to provide publicity support and execute PR campaigns for books on art, design, architecture, culinary, and children’s titles. The candidate will report directly to the Publicity Director of Phaidon and will work across all categories in Phaidon’s catalog.A successful candidate will be highly organized, self-motivated to meet deadlines, and adept at working in a fast-paced, dynamic publishing environment. This opportunity offers a chance to work with experts in their fields, including influential artists, designers, architects, chefs, and photographers.Phaidon offers a hybrid work environment with the ability to work from home on Mondays and Fridays. This position will require three days per week in our new office downtown. A laptop will be provided for work from home days.To apply, please email a full CV and cover letter to careers@phaidon.com.Starting salary is $50,000.Responsibilities:Manage publicity campaigns for ~10 titles (frontlist, reissues)Research, pitch, secure press across the Phaidon list and handle backlist requestsProfessionally communicate directly with authors and mediaProvide administrative support to the Publicity DirectorMaintain publicity clips and press quotesOversee book mailings in New York officeCo-train the marketing & publicity internDraft press materials in InDesignCoordinate with the UK’s Junior Press Officer on global campaignsUse Muck Rack to build and maintain media listsAttend author events, including non-traditional work hours (nights and weekends)Qualifications:Strong interest in book publicity at a leading art publisherComfortable responding to calls and emails from authors, media contacts, and partnersAbility to prioritize, multi-task, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environmentStrong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detailExcellent written and verbal communication skillsWorks well under pressure in a fast-paced environmentPrevious experience in public relations and/or communications preferredProficiency in Google Docs, Microsoft Word, Excel, and InDesign preferredAbout PhaidonPhaidon is the premier global publisher of the creative arts with over 1,500 titles in print. We work with the world's most influential artists, chefs, writers, and thinkers to produce innovative books on art, photography, design, architecture, fashion, food, and travel, and illustrated books for children. Phaidon is headquartered in New York and London, with offices in Paris and Berlin. Phaidon books are sold in a wide variety of sales channels, bookstores, and specialty shops, retail and online around the world.DetailsSeniority level: Entry levelEmployment type: Full-timeJob function: Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/EditingIndustries: Book and Periodical Publishing #J-18808-Ljbffr