Publicity, Promotion & Events Manager (Publishing / Cultural Programming)

About the role

A celebrated bookstore and publishing house in New York City known for its focus on art, architecture, design, fashion, and culture is hiring a Publicity, Promotion and Events Manager to help develop and manage its cultural programming.

Responsibilities

• Planning, organizing, and executing a wide range of in-store cultural events including author talks, book launches, panel discussions, performances, and concerts
• Coinciding event promotion through the bookstore website, newsletters, social media, blog content, and marketing materials
• Maintaining an active presence on the sales floor, engaging with customers and demonstrating strong knowledge of inventory
• Developing relationships with publishers, publicists, cultural institutions, community organizations, and corporate partners
• Generating revenue through ticketed events, sponsored programming, venue rentals, advertising opportunities, and strategic partnerships
• Coinciding the creation and installation of window displays with publishers, designers, and guest curators
• Identifying new promotional and sponsorship opportunities
• Coinciding occasional off-site events and festival participation
• Assisting with publicity, press outreach, and promotional campaigns

Qualifications

• Experience in event planning, publicity, marketing, communications, or promotions; publishing or cultural programming experience preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and project management abilities
• Strong interpersonal and presentation skills
• Experience with social media platforms and digital marketing
• Interest in literature, publishing, visual arts, architecture, design, and culture
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace; familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite is a plus