Biblioasis is Hiring

Are you interested in working for Biblioasis? We're currently hiring a full-time in-house publicist. If you're interested, check out the job description below, and email Dan Wells (dwells@biblioasis.com) with you resumé and cover letter. Applications will be accepted until September 15th.

Responsibilities

• plan and implement national and international publicity strategies for 16-20 books annually, including electronic pitches, review copy mailings, and related follow-up
• build and manage relations with key media throughout North America
• write and tailor catalogue copy for different markets
• write and update press releases and pitches
• manage and update bibliodata and other electronic feeds to keep information about our books current
• liaise with bookstores to promote our books, arrange author signings, and secure event coverage in area media
• use social media to promote press, authors and books
• submit books for appropriate awards programs
• create and implement special promotions and co-op for key titles
• help plan author receptions, book launches, and trade show appearances
• write funding applications and grants which pertain to marketing, sales and author travel
• oversee updates on the Press’s website 
• serve as a spokesperson for the press
• liaise with sales forces in Canada and the United States
• field author queries and help handle author relations
• solicit blurbs and endorsements
• solicit direct sales 
• other duties as assigned

Requirements

• excellent verbal and written communication skills 
• highly organized with exceptional attention to detail under tight deadlines
• strong knowledge of Microsoft Office and social media outlets/technology
• strong interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills are essential
• the ability to prioritize and work on numerous tasks simultaneously and the ability to work with minimal supervision is required.
• must be able to travel via any means necessary and must have a valid driver’s license and passport; overnight and occasional weekend and week-long travel will be required.