About the role#
This 12-month paid internship provides an overview of book marketing and exposure to broader publishing teams. You will report to the Senior Marketing Manager and gain experience across various departmental functions within the Trade Toronto office.
What you'll do#
- Assist Marketing Managers with campaigns, including developing ad taglines and coordinating book giveaways.
- Create social media content, including videos, graphics, and photography for Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok.
- Support influencer outreach and research.
- Manage administrative tasks such as booking media placements, tracking digital ads, and processing ad invoices.
- Coordinate the distribution of advance reading copies and swag packages to booksellers, librarians, and influencers.
- Participate in imprint meetings, author calls, and brainstorming sessions.
What you'll need#
- Completion of a university or college program, or equivalent work experience in marketing, communications, or publishing.
- A genuine interest in the marketing or publishing fields.
- Eligibility to work and be paid in Canada.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, 12-month contract position based in Toronto, Ontario.
- The role operates on a hybrid work model.
- Compensation is $20 per hour.
- Benefits include vacation days and access to discounted books.
About HarperCollins Publishers
HarperCollins Publishers operates as a consumer book publisher with a history dating back to 1817. Based in New York, the company maintains publishing operations across 15 countries. It manages over 120 branded imprints and releases approximately 10,000 new books annually. The firm is a subsidiary of News Corp and employs 4,380 people.
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