About the position
Hachette Book Group's internship program offers those interested in our work and the lifecycle of a book an opportunity to learn about the publishing industry and explore an area of interest. This position will support and learn from the Marketing & Publicity department for the Workman, Artisan, and Black Dog & Leventhal groups, allowing insight into a variety of industry niches, responsibilities, and experiences. As an HBG Marketing & Publicity Intern for these imprints, 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. 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.
Responsibilities
- Assisting with social media influencer campaigns and growing our influencer database
- Helping brainstorm, create, and schedule social media posts for Instagram and TikTok
- Researching new media contacts and outlets that would be interested in covering our books
- Researching brand partners for book-specific collaborations
- Assisting with administrative tasks, including organizing mailings, managing spreadsheets, saving press clips, etc.
- Attending department meetings and actively contributing ideas
Requirements
- Interest in commercial adult nonfiction
- Highly organized and detail-oriented
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Familiar with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Canva, and G-Suite applications
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment under deadlines
- Ability to learn new software programs
- The ability to multitask, prioritize and manage time effectively while also maintaining accuracy
- Ability to work independently and within a collaborative team environment
- An excitement for participating in and contributing to a fun, vibrant work environment with great company culture
Benefits
- Hybrid work schedule: Mondays work from home, Tuesdays to Thursdays in Midtown NYC office
- Company laptop provided for the duration of the program
- Educational sessions featuring speakers from all departments
- Networking and career development opportunities
