| Publication Company | Timber Press | | Industry | Book Publishing | | Benefits | 401K/403B, Dental, Health | | Job Duration | Full Time | | Job Location | Portland, OR | | Requirements | Basic Function:
To create and execute the publicity plans for frontlist and backlist titles
Essential Functions:
* Plan author tours for select frontlist titles: select cities, book events, hire media escorts, coordinate author travel, plan local media campaigns around the events, coordinate mailings.
* Assist in the creation and development of publicity materials for frontlist and backlist titles.
* Write press releases and booksheets for individual frontlist titles and promotions.
* Develop strong and consistent communication with authors to support their promotional efforts.
* Develop and maintain national and local media contacts.
* Implement web-based content, written and video, for Timbers website and blog, as well as other websites to promote individual titles.
* Implement creative and/or inventive strategies for book and author promotion and presence in the marketplace with Director.
* Support Timbers presence at trade shows and coordinate author events.
Skills/Qualifications required:
*BS or BA from a four-year accredited college.
* Minimum two years experience in publicity or marketing, with strong media relationships.
*Strong knowledge of MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Adobe, YouTube, and social networking media.
* Excellent written and oral communication skills.
* Excellent organizational and research skills.
* Excellent phone manner.
* Energetic, independent, and creative.
* Attention to detail and ability to prioritize work load essential.
Physical Requirements:
* Must be able to lift 25 pounds.
* Vision and hearing must be acute enough for phone work and computer operations.
* Must be able to travel to local events and to events requiring overnight stays and air travel.
| | About Our Company | Timber Press is known worldwide for publishing professional and unique books in the areas of horticulture, botany, and the natural sciences. |  |
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