Associate Manager, Digital Marketing, Berkley (Open to Remote)

Penguin Random House is the leading adult and children's publishing house in North America, the United Kingdom, and many other regions worldwide. We are committed to publishing the best books in every genre and subject for all ages, focusing on quality, excellence, and innovation across editorial, design, marketing, publicity, sales, production, and distribution. Our diverse international community includes nearly 300 publishing brands and imprints such as Ballantine Bantam Dell, Berkley, Crown, Knopf, Penguin Books, Random House, and Viking.

About the role

The Berkley imprint at Penguin Random House is seeking an Associate Manager, Digital Marketing to lead digital marketing campaigns across a portfolio of commercial fiction. Reporting to the Associate Director, Digital Marketing, this role will develop and execute integrated digital strategies, manage key consumer-facing channels and communities, analyze campaign performance, and identify innovative opportunities to grow readership and engagement.

The ideal candidate combines creativity with strong analytical thinking and is excited to shape the digital presence of one of publishing's leading commercial fiction imprints. Berkley is an industry leader in publishing commercial and genre fiction, with authors including Emily Henry, Grady Hendrix, Jasmine Guillory, Jesse Q. Sutanto, Chanel Cleeton, and others.

This role is based in New York, NY, and offers a hybrid work arrangement.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute integrated digital marketing campaigns from announcement through a book’s publication and beyond.
• Own day-to-day management of Berkley Pub and Ace Books social media channels, including Instagram, TikTok, Threads, and emerging platforms.
• Lead content planning, creation, copywriting, and publishing across assigned social channels while maintaining a consistent brand voice.
• Partner with the Berkley Romance social media content creator to develop engaging, platform-first content that amplifies key campaigns and connects with readers.
• Manage and grow online reader communities and influencer programs, identifying opportunities to deepen engagement and maximize reach.
• Analyze campaign performance using platform analytics and provide recommendations based on audience insights and trends.
• Coordinate multiple marketing campaigns simultaneously with publicity, editorial, design, and external partners.
• Identify emerging social media trends and recommend innovative marketing opportunities for Berkley and Ace titles.
• Assist in planning and executing virtual and in-person events that build reader communities, generate excitement for Berkley titles, and strengthen relationships with authors, influencers, and fans.

Requirements

• 3–5 years of experience in digital marketing, social media marketing, publishing, entertainment, or a related consumer brand.
• Demonstrated success developing and executing multi-channel digital marketing campaigns.
• Strong understanding of audience development, community management, and platform best practices across TikTok, Instagram, Threads, Facebook, and emerging channels.
• Experience using analytics to measure campaign performance and optimize future marketing efforts.
• Excellent copywriting and storytelling skills across social, email, and web.
• Experience managing multiple campaigns with competing priorities and deadlines.
• Strong project management skills with exceptional organizational abilities.
• Collaborative approach with the confidence to present ideas and influence cross-functional teams.
• Experience with Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, email marketing platforms, and content management systems preferred.
• Passion for commercial fiction and a strong understanding of the online book community.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account.
• Pre-Tax and Roth 401(k) with company match.
• Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Life/AD&D Insurance.
• Commuter Benefits, Student Loan Repayment Program, and Educational Assistance.
• Generous paid time off.
• Annual profit award or bonus, subject to company results.

Pay

The salary for this position is $70,500 per year.