Associate, Publishing (Hybrid)

We are currently seeking a highly organized Publishing Associate who will support the President and Deputy Publisher on all aspects of Harmony Books, Rodale Books, and Convergent backlist publishing program. The ideal candidate will be able to manage a diverse set of publishing responsibilities in a dynamic environment, adapt to different work styles, and re-prioritize quickly based on sales and publishing needs. This position offers a unique opportunity to work with three non-fiction imprints and support this team within the Random House Publishing Group and help bring backlist titles to new audiences.  

 

Specific responsibilities include: 

• Collaborates with imprints’ publishing, editorial, managing editorial, art, inventory, and production departments on backlist projects.

• Develops processes and strategies to track backlist activities and communicates important developments and updates across the division. 

•  Strategizes with the backlist team to surface potential editorial, marketing, and publicity opportunities for backlist titles.  

• Communicates with the sales team throughout the project inception and completion process. 

• Drafts and disseminates project updates to sales and imprint teams on a weekly and monthly basis. 

• Analyzes trends, competitive title reports, and competitors’ seasonal catalogs to identify opportunities for backlist projects. 

 

Please apply if you meet the following qualifications: 

• Minimum 1 year of prior publishing experience required; publishing sales experience strongly preferred

• A passion for nonfiction, and an interest in health, wellness, and spirituality  

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills 

• Ability to work independently and build internal relationships with various imprint departments, as well as external relationships with media studios to facilitate tie-in projects 

• Outstanding organization, prioritization, and multi-tasking skills 

• Self-starter with ability to take initiative and problem solve creatively and professionally in a fast-paced environment 

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite 

 

The salary for this position is $56,000.00. All positions are currently eligible for annual profit award or bonus, subject to company results.   

 

This is a hybrid position with in-office responsibilities. We will consider candidates who can work from a commutable distance to our offices at 1745 Broadway, which includes the tri-state area (NJ, CT, & PA).

 

Please apply by May 7, 2025 and include your resume and cover letter for consideration. Before applying for any role at Penguin Random House, we recommend you review our applicant resources page and our