Do you have a passion for storytelling and a knack for getting books into the hands of readers?
We are seeking a highly organised and enthusiastic Marketing Executive to join our team. We're looking for someone who can bring creativity and strategic thinking to our marketing campaigns, helping us to launch and promote captivating fiction and non-fiction across a range of genres.
As a Marketing Executive, you will play a crucial role in developing and executing innovative marketing campaigns for our books. You will work closely with the Campaigns Director and other team members to drive sales, build brand awareness, and connect authors with their audiences.
Your main responsibilities will include:
Plan, organise, execute and produce marketing activity and campaigns for fiction and non-fiction titles and across our imprints throughout the year Manage the Canelo social media channels and engage with book lovers and influencers in that space Liaise with authors, agents, partners, and brands, ensuring clear and effective communication Collaborate with designers on the production of POS and digital assets, working to meet budgets and deadlines Manage budgets for assigned projects and reports, including select digital advertising and other online promotional work Aide sales and other colleagues with trade and customer marketing sell-in and materials Assist with the planning and delivery of market research and data analysis
Our executive will be a go-getter who’s ready to dive in and tackle challenges head-on. Your eagerness to learn and grow in a fast-paced environment, combined with strong market awareness and demonstrable experience of managing social media accounts, will set you apart. Plus, your confidence as a communicator will enable you to connect effortlessly with colleagues and external partners at all levels.
This position will provide a fantastic opportunity for an individual with a proactive ‘’have a go’’ attitude, who is looking to grow their genuine interest in book publishing and to take the next step in their marketing career.
Following Dorling Kindersley’s recent acquisition of Canelo, this is an exciting time to join the company. If you are interested in driving Canelo forward and becoming part of the team to take it to the next level, please apply!
Please submit your most recent CV and cover letter by 18 March 2025. Please detail a recent marketing campaign of which you are proud in your cover letter.
We have a range of benefits to reflect our commitment to our people, some of which are:
25 days paid holiday entitlement in year one, plus bank holidays Generous pension scheme Volunteering policy and charity matching Employee assistance programme 60% discount on company books Cycle to work scheme and discounted gym membership Flex Fridays (1pm Finish*) Shopping discounts Up to 30 days remote working from abroad
And we plant a tree for every new employee to our business.
DK is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects the varied communities that read our books across the world. We encourage applications from all individuals, regardless of age, religion, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexuality or social background. DK is proud to announce that we have adopted The Halo Code.
DK is a member of the disability confident scheme. We guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy/ies.
DK supports flexible working and has introduced a new ‘smart-working’ policy with a hybrid approach of working weekly from home and in DK’s office. Please note that this role will require 3 days a week in the office minimum.
The Book Trade Charity offers financial support to people looking to enter the book trade, but who may struggle to afford the costs of attending interviews or undertaking internships. For more information, visit www.booktradeentrysupport.org
*Subject to certain criteria being met.
About our Company:
We believe in the power of discovery. That's why we create books for everyone that explore ideas and nurture curiosity about the world we live in. From first words to the Big Bang, from the wonders of nature to city adventures, you will find expert knowledge, hours of fun and endless inspiration in the pages of our books.
We are the world's leading illustrated publisher and a member of the Penguin Random House division of Bertelsmann, creating cutting-edge design and stunning visual books for the whole family. We are passionate about inspiring curiosity and bring people to books through their thirst for knowledge. With a global book loving community of over 800 colleagues in the UK, US, Germany, India, China, Spain and Australia, we produce books in over 100 countries and over 60 languages. Find out more on dk.com.
Company: Dorling Kindersley Limited
Country: United Kingdom
State/Region: London
City: London
Postal Code: SW1V 2SA
Job ID: 278118