Book Marketer at May Publishing Ltd

Job Summary

May Publishing Ltd is seeking a creative, proactive, and results-driven Book Marketer to join our publishing team. The ideal candidate will lead efforts to promote our books, authors, and publishing services through both physical and digital marketing strategies.

You must be passionate about storytelling, digitally savvy, and capable of crafting campaigns that reflect our mission of legacy, impact, and excellence in publishing.

Key Responsibilities

Marketing Campaigns

• Plan and execute end-to-end book marketing campaigns (pre-launch, launch, post-launch)
• Create tailored marketing plans based on genre, target audience, and distribution channels
• Organize and promote virtual and physical book events, launches, and campaigns
• Source bookstores and other outlets for book distribution and sales opportunities

Content Creation & Promotion

• Develop compelling marketing content including graphics, captions, blog posts, reels, and short videos
• Manage social media campaigns and email newsletters to drive awareness and engagement
• Support author branding and online presence across platforms

Trend Monitoring & Strategy

• Stay updated on publishing and marketing trends, including reader behaviors and platform changes
• Recommend and implement growth-focused strategies for better visibility and book sales

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Marketing, Communications, English, Media, or related field (or equivalent practical experience)
• 1–3 years of experience in digital and physical marketing, book promotion, or content strategy
• Strong understanding of major social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, X, TikTok)
• Basic design skills using Canva, Adobe Photoshop, or similar tools
• Familiarity with SEO, email marketing, and website management
• Excellent writing, editing, and verbal communication skills
• Highly organized and creative mindset