Marketing Manager

The Marketing Manager plays a central role in promoting Oregon State University Press, its authors, and its scholarly and trade publishing programs. The Marketing Manager works with internal and external partners and Press staff to generate awareness of and enthusiasm for the Press’s publications; amplifies the Press’s public profile and impact; develops and executes marketing and publicity plans; reviews sales results and other financial information; and builds relationships with authors, media, and the book community.

On-site or hybrid schedule preferred; remote possible.

Anticipated salary range: $58,000 to $75,000.

This is a summary of the position and qualifications; please review the full job posting at https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/postings/142697.

Primary Responsibilities

• Develop and execute marketing plans for individual titles and Press’s overall marketing strategy.
• Assess the potential market for books under consideration; determine prices and print runs.
• Develop and execute review and publicity strategies; maintain relationships with reviewers and media.
• Organize and publicize events.
• Develop marketing and sales materials.
• Oversee Press social media activities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field and one year experience in book marketing, publicity, or sales; OR equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrated ability to promote and publicize books, individually and/or as part of a publishing program.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, decision-making, and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Demonstrated commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity.
• Familiarity with current social media trends and practices.