Marketing Assistant
At a glance
Junior General Marketing role at Scholastic. New York · full-time · $52,000 base.
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What you'll do
- Help build campaign materials by scheduling work, drafting copy and collecting feedback
- Keep Graphix and 0-8/Licensing teams organized with meetings, agendas and circulated notes
- Run seasonal promotions across sales materials, catalog content and website updates
- Coordinate marketing mailings, including ordering books and preparing mailing materials
- Prepare presentation materials for key meetings held throughout the year
What you bring
- A bachelor’s degree is required
- You can use Microsoft Office and Google Docs/Drive proficiently
- You bring strong organization, attention to detail and deadline management across competing priorities
- You communicate well in writing and conversation, and can work independently or with a team
Who this fits
This entry-level role suits someone building a career in book publishing who can handle varied administrative tasks in a fast-paced setting. Publishing work or an internship is a plus, as is an interest in graphic novels. The role is based in New York City and encourages at least two office days each week; some teams may require more.
From the employer
Job Description:
NOTE: This role is based in New York City and encourages a minimum of two days per week in the SoHo office. Some roles or teams may require additional in-office attendance if the essential functions of the role require it.
THE OPPORTUNITY
Scholastic Books is currently seeking a creative, organized, and energetic Marketing Assistant to support our Graphix, Manga, 0-8, and Licensing Marketing efforts. This individual will work under the supervision of the Senior Marketing Director, and provide general administrative support and interface with the other marketing categories (Publicity, School and Library, and Editorial). The assistant will be responsible for marketing campaign task execution. The ideal candidate will be incredibly detail-oriented, creative, proactive and will be able to multi-task and manage a multitude of projects.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Assist in the development of marketing materials, including scheduling projects, writing copy, routing for feedback, etc.
Overall admin support for the Graphix and 0-8/Licensing Marketing Teams (setting meetings, soliciting agendas, compiling and circulating notes, etc.)
Manage seasonal promotions (sales materials, catalog content, website updates)
Coordinate all marketing mailings including ordering books, mailing materials, etc.
Assist in the creation of presentations for key meetings throughout the year
About Scholastic
For more than 100 years, Scholastic Corporation (NASDAQ: SCHL) has been meeting children where they are – at school, at home and in their communities – by creating quality content and experiences, all beginning with literacy. Scholastic delivers stories, characters, and learning moments that empower all kids to become lifelong readers and learners through bestselling children’s books, literacy- and knowledge-building resources for schools including classroom magazines, and award-winning, entertaining children's media. As the world's largest publisher and distributor of children's books through school-based book clubs and book fairs, classroom libraries, school and public libraries, retail, and online, and with a global reach into more than 135 countries, Scholastic encourages the personal and intellectual growth of all children, while nurturing a lifelong relationship with reading, themselves, and the world around them. Learn more at www.scholastic.com.
Some benefits that we offer:
- Full suite of health and wellness benefits (including a $0 deductible Medical Plan)
- Retirement Savings Plan 401(k) with options for both Roth and Traditional Contributions
- Tuition-Free programs for undergraduate and graduate degrees· Generous Parental Leave Program
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) with opportunity for discounted stock at a 15% discount·
Thank you for your consideration in choosing Scholastic.
Qualifications
HOW YOU CAN FIT (Qualifications)
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- The ideal candidate should be a quick learner who wants a career in the book publishing industry and thrives in a fast-paced environment
- Interest in graphic novel publishing a plus
- Excellent communication skills (oral & written) and excellent interpersonal skills
- Must be extremely organized, detail-oriented, and deadline-driven
- Ability to multi-task with all administrative duties and manage multiple priorities
- Proficient in Microsoft Office as well as Google Docs/Drive
- The ability to work both independently, as well as with a team
Experience: Entry level (any part time work or internship in publishing or related field a plus)
Education: Bachelor’s degree
Time Type:
Full timeJob Type:
RegularJob Family Group:
MarketingLocation Region/State:
New YorkCompensation Range:
Annual Salary: 52,000.00EEO Statement:
Scholastic is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our policy is clear: there shall be no discrimination on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, pregnancy, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, or status as a disabled veteran or Vietnam veteran. Those factors shall not influence the determination of qualifications for a job or other opportunity within the company. Further, all personnel actions (such as compensation, tuition aid, benefits, transfers, promotions, and dismissals, company-sponsored training, social and recreational programs) shall be administered without discrimination.
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