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Publicist
  • Job Number: 24907
  • Functional Area: Marketing
  • Department: MIT Press
  • School Area: Libraries, MIT Press, Tech Review
  • Employment Type: Full-Time
  • Employment Category: Exempt
  • Visa Sponsorship Available: No
  • Schedule:


Posting Description

PUBLICIST, MIT Press, will enact trade publicity campaigns and for performance management, partnership management, and improving operational efficiency; conceive, develop and execute integrated, cohesive publicity  campaigns for 10-12 books per season; build and maintain relationships with editors, book reviewers, influencers, and other media professionals; communicate detailed campaign updates directly to key stakeholders both internally and externally; create press releases, pitch letters, author Q&As, and press kits; facilitate author tours and events programs as appropriate for their titles; and manage several trade book publicity campaigns each season.

Job Requirements

REQUIRED: Bachelor's degree in a related field; a minimum of two years of PR or communications experience; proven track record in managing successful publicity campaigns; media contacts across a large number and range of global outlets; excellent people skills and a track record of working with publicity clients and external stakeholders; excels in managing title campaigns, consistently exceeding expectations and receiving a consistent level of national, specialist and mainstream media coverage; ability to competently navigate different regional media markets and achieve results globally; ability to manage projects and see that they are successfully resolved and evaluated; excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a deadline driven environment; excellent organizational skills and superb attention to detail; proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, FileMaker Pro, CisionPoint and Adobe Pro Suite; ability to deal with confidential information and/or issues using discretion and judgment. PREFFERED: Experience with Biblio. Job #24907-6

This is a full-time position based in Cambridge, MA with the option for hybrid work.

4/8/2025