Publicity Director, Perseus Books Group UK
Perseus Books Group, the award winning and market leading US based Independent publishing company, is looking for a Publicity Director to join our London office.
Working closely with the London team and alongside the publishers and publicity teams in the US, the successful candidate will be enthusiastic, highly-motivated and have a proven track record of creating and executing successful publicity campaigns for non-fiction books across the media.
We are looking for the following skills and qualifications:
- 3-5 years publicity experience, preferably in trade publishing
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organizational skills: ability to multi-task, prioritise and manage time effectively while also maintaining accuracy and attention to detail
- Excellent knowledge of all UK media; print, broadcast and online with a wide range of media contacts.
- Enthusiasm for a diverse nonfiction list ranging from lifestyle, current affairs and politics, business, popular science, history, humour and gift
- A team player with appreciation and understanding of working in a global environment.
To apply please send your CV with a covering letter to George Banbury, Sales & Marketing Director: george.banbury@perseusbooks.co.uk
Closing date: 29th September