Job Description

We are currently seeking a highly organized Publishing Associate who will support the President and Deputy Publisher on all aspects of Harmony Books, Rodale Books, and Convergent backlist publishing program. The ideal candidate will be able to manage a diverse set of publishing responsibilities in a dynamic environment, adapt to different work styles, and re-prioritize quickly based on sales and publishing needs. This position offers a unique opportunity to work with three non-fiction imprints and support this team within the Random House Publishing Group and help bring backlist titles to new audiences.  

Specific responsibilities include: 

• Collaborates with imprints’ publishing, editorial, managing editorial, art, inventory, and production departments on backlist projects.

• Develops processes and strategies to track backlist activities and communicates important developments and updates across the division. 

• Strategizes with the backlist team to surface potential editorial, marketing, and publicity opportunities for backlist titles.  

• Communicates with the sales team throughout the project inception and completion process. 

• Drafts and disseminates project updates to sales and imprint teams on a weekly and monthly basis. 

• Analyzes trends, competitive title reports, and competitors’ seasonal catalogs to identify opportunities for backlist projects. 

Please apply if you meet the following qualifications:

• Minimum 1 year of prior publishing experience required; publishing sales experience strongly preferred

• A passion for nonfiction, and an interest in health, wellness, and spirituality  

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills 

• Ability to work independently and build internal relationships with various imprint departments, as well as external relationships with media studios to facilitate tie-in projects 

• Outstanding organization, prioritization, and multi-tasking skills 

• Self-starter with ability to take initiative and problem solve creatively and professionally in a fast-paced environment 

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite 

The salary for this position is $56,000.00. All positions are currently eligible for annual profit award or bonus, subject to company results.   

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).

Please apply by May 7, 2025 and include your resume and cover letter for consideration. Before applying for any role at Penguin Random House, we recommend you review our  applicant resources page and our  FAQs page.

Penguin Random House job postings include a good faith compensation range for each open position. The salary range listed is specific to each particular open position and takes into account various factors including the specifics of the individual role, and candidate's relevant experience and qualifications.

Full-time employees are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program. Our range of benefits include, but are not limited to, 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.

Penguin Random House is the leading adult and children's publishing house in North America, the United Kingdom and many other regions around the world. In publishing the best books in every genre and subject for all ages, we are committed to quality, excellence in execution, and innovation throughout the entire publishing process: editorial, design, marketing, publicity, sales, production, and distribution. Our vibrant and diverse international community of nearly 300 publishing brands and imprints include Ballantine Bantam Dell, Berkley, Clarkson Potter, Crown, DK, Doubleday, Dutton, Grosset & Dunlap, Little Golden Books, Knopf, Modern Library, Pantheon, Penguin Books, Penguin Press, Penguin Random House Audio, Penguin Young Readers, Portfolio, Puffin, Putnam, Random House, Random House Children's Books, Riverhead, Ten Speed Press, Viking, and Vintage, among others. More information can be found at < "">

Penguin Random House values the array of talents and perspectives that a diverse workforce brings. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

Company: Penguin Random House LLC

Country: United States of America 

State/Region: New York 

City: New York 

Postal Code: 10019 

Job ID: 279606

Job Tags

Full time, Temporary work, Seasonal work, Flexible hours,

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