JOB BOARD
Field Sales Representative
H.B. Fenn and Company Ltd
Location: British Columbia
Date posted: July 03, 2009
Direct link to this posting: posting_id=1408
Job description: H.B. Fenn and Company Ltd., one of the largest book distributors in Canada–representing such incredible lists as Macmillan US, Pan Macmillan UK, Disney Book Group, Whitecap Books, Time Inc., Oxmoor House and our own publishing imprints, Key Porter Books and Fenn Publishing, to name only a few–requires a Field Sales Representative for the British Columbia/Alberta territory.
This sales position, based in British Columbia, involves the selling of publishers’ lines to independent bookstores and alternative markets. The successful applicant will have:
• A love of books and reading
• A related university degree
• 3-5 years related experience in sales
• Experience in the publishing industry
• Proficiency in Microsoft applications
This position also requires attention to detail, strong communication and problem-solving skills, and a professional attitude. It does involve travel, including occasional evenings and weekends, and you will need a reliable car.
If you are interested in the above position, please forward a copy of your resume including salary expectation, to:
Human Resources @ (905) 951-6601 or email: hr@hbfenn.com
We appreciate the interest of all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No telephone calls or agencies please.
Publicist/Marketing Associate
Novalis Publishing Inc.
Location: Toronto, ON
Deadline for applicants: July 8, 2009
Date posted: June 12, 2009
Direct link to this posting: posting_id=1405
Job description:
Novalis, Canada’s leading religious publisher, publishes trade books and resources for Christians and spiritual seekers. Novalis also publishes religious magazines such as Living with Christ, a monthly worship aid for Roman Catholics. The publicist will develop and conduct publicity campaigns in Canadian media for new books as well as assist in the development and implementation of marketing campaigns for magazines. The position reports to the Publishing Director and works closely with the Director of Marketing for Books and the Circulation Director.
Some essential duties:
- Create and implement publicity plans for new books, including writing/editing press releases, pitch letters, promotional materials, organizing launches and publicity events and assisting authors;
- Creating and posting editorial content for the Novalis web site related to new books and publicity campaigns. Working creatively with the web site to draw more attention and visitors. Exploiting social media.
- Working with the Circulation Director to develop and implement marketing campaigns to increase circulation of magazines.
- Coordinating efforts with the Director of Marketing of Books to ensure complementary efforts.
- Mail out review copies as required.
- Maintain a current and relevant media list.
This is a 6-month contract that, if successful, could be made into a permanent full-time position.
Please send cover letter and resume via mail or email to
Novalis
10 Lower Spadina Ave., Suite 400
Toronto, ON M5V 2Z2
resources@novalis.ca
Note: Only those short-listed will be contacted.
