Publicist needed immediately: APPLY HERE

Reporting to : Publicity Manager

Department : Publicity

Location : Johannesburg

Job grade : 4

This leading South African book publisher and distributor wishes to appoint a Publicist in its Johannesburg or Cape Town office. The successful candidate would work closely with the relevant Sales Manager, and deal directly with authors, national media, international publishers and bookshops. The candidate would be responsible for planning, implementing and managing the publicity activities for a major international division, to meet the objectives of Jonathan Ball Publishers, which is to increase market share in the South African market.

Job Requirements:

Excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbal;
Good general knowledge;
Must be self-motivated, pro-active and able to work independently;
Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines;
Exceptionally strong organizational and administrative skills;
Exceptionally strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills;
Computer literacy is essential;
A strong interest in and love for books, reading and publishing in general;
Ability to foster good relations with overseas principals, authors, national media, bookshops and colleagues;
This position would possibly require work-related domestic travel, as well as attendance at functions; book fairs; exhibitions and book launches which involve considerable after hour commitments.
Be creative and innovative with title campaigns;
Established network of contacts within media is advantageous;
Matric certificate is essential;
A relevant tertiary qualification would be advantageous;
The candidate must be able to represent the company in a beneficial light;
A valid driver’s license and own vehicle is essential;

Duties would include:

Prepare and execute publicity and promotion plans; author tours and launches
Liaise with the media to obtain maximum positive coverage for the company, its books, and authors;
Liaise with the relevant sales managers and oversees principals (publishers) to maximise publicity for their titles that will support and increase sales;
Prepare press releases and publicity material such as monthly Highlights newsletters;
Build and maintain good relationships between the publicity department and media, booksellers and authors;
Brainstorm creative ideas for capturing media attention and make recommendations for creating media opportunities;
Promote a positive image of the publicity department and the relevant division/s.

The company offers a competitive package, as well as optional membership of the Medical Aid and compulsory membership of the Retirement Funds.

Given the employment equity policy of Media24, preference will be given to suitable candidates from the designated groups.

Those who meet the requirements of the post and are interested in applying for this position may direct an online application on the recruitment platform.

Closing date for applications: 25 March 2021. Only short-listed candidates will be interviewed.

Please note that, if you have not heard from us by 15 April 2021, please regard your application as unsuccessful.

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