Tor Books hiring a new publicist

Tor Books is looking to hire a new publicist with three years of book publicity experience and a Bachelor’s degree.

Major responsibilities will include:
• Develop and execute publicity plans on a full list of books, working closely with authors, other members of the publicity team, the marketing department, and editorial staff
• Create press materials and secure media coverage (broadcast, print, internet)
• Responsible for booking multi-city tours, including speaking engagements and bookstore signings, and media appearances in each tour city

Required Skills / Knowledge:
• Strong relationships with key broadcast, print and electronic media
• Ability to prioritize, meet deadlines and work independently
• Experience with multitasking while working in a fast paced, energetic environment
• Exceptional organizational skills and interpersonal skills
• Superior verbal and written communication skills
• Strong understanding of social media including Twitter, Tumblr, and Facebook, and how these platforms can be used to augment successful book publicity campaigns

For more information, and to apply, see this page.