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Interviews & Press Jobs
In the non-fiction sector, “interviews and press” roles generally fall under publicity, marketing, and specialized editorial categories. These positions involve managing an author’s public image, securing media coverage, and facilitating discourse around factual works.
Common Non-Fiction Press & Interview Roles
- Publicist / Publicity Manager: The primary role responsible for “press.” Duties include writing press releases, building journalist contact lists, and pitching authors for interviews on TV, radio, and podcasts.
- Marketing Manager: Focuses on paid and organic promotion, often managing social media, newsletters, and digital ads to drive reader engagement.
- Acquisitions Editor (Non-Fiction): While primarily editorial, these roles require “press-facing” skills to represent titles at sales meetings and maintain relationships with high-profile agents.
- Ghostwriter: A specialized non-fiction role where the writer uses extensive interviews with a subject to draft their memoir, business book, or expert guide.
- Interviewer/Freelance Journalist: Specific publications like The Paris Review or Electric Literature hire writers specifically to conduct and edit long-form interviews with authors.
Top Employers for Non-Fiction Press Jobs
- Major Publishing Houses: Penguin Random House, HarperCollins, Simon & Schuster, and Hachette Book Group frequently hire for publicity and editorial roles.
- Mid-Sized & Academic Presses: Organizations like Bloomsbury, Graywolf Press, and Amazon Publishing have dedicated non-fiction teams.
- Literary Magazines: Publications such as The Paris Review and The Sun Magazine actively seek editors who can curate and conduct high-quality interviews.
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