Summer 2024 Marketing & Publicity Intern, Running Press
Hachette Book Group’s summer internship program offers students an opportunity to learn about the publishing industry and explore an area of interest. To learn more about the company, visit our career site: https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/about/careers/
Program dates: June 3rd – August 9th (10 weeks)
ON-SITE: This position will be based in our Philadelphia office two days per week on a hybrid schedule (virtually, Mondays & Tuesdays; in person, Wednesdays and Thursdays). Company laptop will be provided for the duration of the program.
Weekly schedule: 28 hours per week, Monday - Thursday, 9:00am-5:00pm
Pay rate: $16/hour
As a Marketing/Publicity Intern at Running Press, you will have the opportunity to work closely with seasoned professionals and gain hands-on professional experience as you own day-to-day tasks, help with special projects, and attend departmental meetings.
Running Press is home to RP Minis; RP Mystic; licensed publishing including Harry Potter, Friends, and Gilmore Girls; You are a Badass; Tequila Mockingbird; Pink is for Boys; Booze & Vinyl, and more. Visit our website to learn more: https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/imprint/running-press/
To enhance your work experience, we offer educational sessions featuring speakers from all departments of the company as well as networking and career development opportunities.
Who you are:
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Proficiency in Outlook, PowerPoint and Excel required
- Familiarity with major social media platforms including Facebook, Twitter, and TikTok
- Experience with graphic design and video creation/editing in Canva (preferred)
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to multi-task, prioritize and manage time effectively
- Rigorous attention to detail
What you will learn:
- Reporting to the Marketing and Publicity Manger for Running Press Kids, execute one marketing-focused and one publicity-focused special project for the team from concept through end-of-campaign reporting.
- Assist the larger marketing team by processing mailings, copywriting, assembling influencer mailings, developing A+ Content Detail briefs, and assisting with other tasks as needed.
- Assist the larger publicity team by writing press releases, processing mailings, compiling pitch lists, and assisting with other tasks as needed.
- Compile and distribute agendas for marketing and sales meetings.
- Evaluate competitor data and identify new keyword opportunities.
- Monitor e-retailer account sites to ensure book and author data are accurate.
- Other administrative support as needed.
How to apply:
In order to be considered, all candidates must submit both a resume and cover letter.
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