Associate Marketing Manager, Bantam Books, Mystery/Thriller/Fiction (Hybrid)

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Associate Marketing Manager, Bantam Books, Mystery/Thriller/Fiction (Hybrid)

The Bantam marketing team is seeking an Associate Marketing Manager to lead and execute dynamic marketing campaigns across a wide list of fiction titles, including mystery, thriller, horror, cozy mystery, and other commercial fiction.  This position reports to the Bantam marketing lead at Random House.

The ideal candidate is deeply engaged with the mystery and thriller reader community, excited by emerging trends in digital and social marketing, and eager to help connect readers with unforgettable books and authors. We’re looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment where creativity and innovation are highly valued.

Bantam is home to bestselling and breakout voices in the mystery, thriller and horror categories, publishing suspenseful titles people are dying to read and discuss online. Some of our authors include Lee Child, Holly Jackson, Ashley Flowers, Erin E. Adams, Liv Constantine, and more.

The Role:

• Lead, develop and execute marketing campaigns for 8-10 suspense and commercial fiction titles a season, from launch through publication and relevant backlist support
• Identify target audiences and develop creative approaches to reach readers across social media, digital communities, retail channels, and emerging platforms
• Contribute to social media strategy and influencer event programming
• Maintain a strong awareness of trends within the mystery and thriller spaces, including BookTok, Bookstagram, Goodreads, Substack, and creator/influencer communities
• Build strong working relationships with authors, agents, influencers, and internal stakeholders to support successful campaign execution
• Analyze campaign performance and audience engagement metrics to optimize marketing strategy and identify growth opportunities.

• 2–4 years of experience in digital or title marketing
• Organizational and project management skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Strong communication skills, with confidence interacting across departments and with external partners
• Collaborative, proactive, and adaptable approach to problem-solving and campaign management
• Familiarity with Canva, TikTok, Instagram, and other digital marketing tools 
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a hybrid work environment
• A genuine passion for mystery, thriller, and suspense content.

 The salary for this position is $70,500.  All positions are currently eligible for annual profit award or bonus, subject to Company results. 

This hybrid role requires in-office responsibilities, including but not limited to in-office meetings, author visits or events, and daily ad hoc administrative projects. We will consider candidates who can work from a commutable distance to our offices at 1745 Broadway, which includes the tri-state area (NJ, CT, & PA).

Applications for this role will be accepted through December 1, 2026, or until the role is filled. We encourage you to apply early, as we review applications on a rolling basis. For this position a complete application should include your resume and cover letter, as both are required for consideration. Before applying for any role at Penguin Random House, we recommend you review our applicant resources page and our FAQs page.

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Full-time employees are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program. Our range of benefits include, but are not limited to, Medical/Prescription drug insurance, Dental, Vision, Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account, Pre-Tax and Roth 401(k), Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Life/AD&D Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Student Loan Repayment Program, Educational Assistance & generous paid time off.

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All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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