Madison, WI: Publicity & Sales Specialist, Wisconsin Historical Society

Location: Wisconsin Historical Society (WHS) headquarters building,
816 State Street; Madison, Wisconsin
Classification Title: Marketing Specialist
Type of Employment: LTE
Contact: Kristin Gilpatrick kristin.gilpatrick@wisconsinhistory.org

Deadline to Apply: Applications materials will be accepted until position is filled.

The Publicity Associate’s primary responsibility is to support the marketing program of the Wisconsin Historical Society Press. This position is responsible for assisting with our growing publishing program including print and digital components.
Duties
Marketing & Social Media (80%)
• Prepares semi-annual seasonal catalog including design and production
• Creates flyers, postcards, advertisements
• Assist with bound galleys
• Promotes all Press titles on social media including Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Tumblr, & Pinterest
• Develops plan for promoting titles on social media
• Maintains accuracy in the database tracking marketing efforts and events
• Assists in promoting book launches, author events, Wisconsin Book Festival, and other events including conferences and trade shows
• Researches relevant bloggers for connections with new titles
• Assists with tracking and preparing for exhibits and events
• Other duties as assigned.
Administrative Assistance (20%)
• Attends weekly staff meetings and weekly marketing meetings
• Interacts with and supports in-house team members, freelancers, and vendors, including correspondence
• Other duties as assigned

For additional information on the Wisconsin Historical Society, please see our website at http://www.wisconsinhistory.org

How to Apply:
Send letter and resume to Kristin Gilpatrick kristin.gilpatrick@wisconsinhistory.org