Digital & Social Assistant Marketing Manager, Simon Kids 1230 Ave of the Americas, New York, NY 10036, USAReq #328 Monday, October 7, 2024 Simon & Schuster was named to Forbes magazine list of America's Best Mid-Size Employers 2022. Simon & Schuster is a global leader in general interest publishing, dedicated to providing the best in fiction and nonfiction for readers of all ages, and in all printed, digital and audio formats. Its distinguished roster of authors includes many of the world's most popular and widely recognized writers, and winners of the most prestigious literary honors and awards. It is home to numerous well-known imprints and divisions such as Simon & Schuster, Scribner, Atria Books, Gallery Books, Pocket Books, Adams Media, Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing and Simon & Schuster Audio and international companies in Australia, Canada, India and the United Kingdom, and proudly brings the works of its authors to readers in more than 200 countries and territories. For more information visit our website at www.simonandschuster.com. Simon & Schuster Children’s Publishing is searching for Digital & Social Assistant Marketing Manager (Kids) to manage our parent-focused social media channels as part of our digital marketing department. The Digital & Social Assistant Marketing Manager (Kids) will also work with the Digital & Social Marketing Director (Kids) on developing and executing digital marketing plans for all board book, picture book, chapter book and middle grade titles. **Job responsibilities include:** + Overseeing Simon Kids social channels including but not limited to strategy development, planning content calendars, creating and posting content, writing copy, engaging with followers, maximizing reach, growing audience, and regularly reporting on stats/results + Creating native social content such as Instagram Reels, Instagram Stories, Instagram photos, memes, and any other photos/videos for use on social media channels + Driving strategy and overseeing creation of digital assets and content for Simon Kids social media channels + Brainstorming, planning, and managing execution of digital marketing campaigns and maintaining up-to-date digital marketing plans for all children’s titles **Please apply if you meet the following minimum requirements:** + 4-6 years of job experience in social media or marketing role + Demonstrable passion for books and reading, especially children’s books, and knowledge of the children’s publishing landscape, including competitive environment + Content creation experience (photos and videos) + Social community management experience, enthusiasm for and knowledge of major social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, Threads, Pinterest, X, TikTok, and YouTube) + Superb written and verbal communication skills + Familiarity with digital analytics and social listening tools + Proven ability to work independently and multi-task in a fast-paced environment, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines + Extremely detail oriented **Preferred qualifications:** + Canva, Photoshop, InDesign, and/or HTML skills + Experience working with authors Simon & Schuster US is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet. At Simon & Schuster US, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do. From employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Simon & Schuster US is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status. The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York City, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable. Additionally, employees have access to our industry-first, Broad Based Ownership program, which makes all employees partners in our shared success. Candidates hired for this or any other posted Simon & Schuster role will be employees of Simon & Schuster, LLC, subject to all policies, including the Workplace Privacy Notice (https://www.simonandschuster.com/p/workplace-privacy-notice) , and eligible solely for the benefits plans thereof. **Other details** + Job FamilyDigital / Social Media Marketing + Job FunctionMarketing Manager + Pay TypeSalary + Min Hiring Rate$65,000.00 + Max Hiring Rate$65,000.00 Apply Now + 1230 Ave of the Americas, New York, NY 10036, USA <