Role overview

The Book Launch Coordinator plays a key role in planning, coordinating, and executing successful book launches across every stage of the process—production, pre-launch, and launch. Serving as a central point of connection, this role works closely with internal teams and authors to ensure each title launches on time and with maximum impact. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and thrives on managing timelines and campaigns, while also being exceptional with people by building strong relationships, communicating clearly, and keeping everyone aligned and motivated throughout the launch process.

This role supports the planning and execution of book launches from production through post-launch, ensuring every title launches on time and with maximum impact. This is an ideal opportunity for a highly organized, detail-driven self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, in-office environment. You’ll manage launch timelines, coordinate cross-functional teams, and serve as a key point of contact for authors throughout the launch process. Strong communication, relationship-building, and follow-through are essential, as this role requires keeping multiple stakeholders aligned while driving projects forward. This is a hands-on opportunity to gain meaningful experience in campaign execution and project management while contributing directly to the success of a mission-driven publishing brand.

Responsibilities

Assist in coordination of all phases of book launches, including pre-launch planning, launch execution, and post-launch follow-up
Develop and manage detailed launch timelines, checklists, and deliverables
Collaborate with marketing, PR, operations, and product development to align launch efforts
Serve as one of the primary points of contact for authors during the launch process
Track launch progress, identify risks, and proactively resolve issues
Coordinate launch events, virtual appearances, interviews, or promotional activations as needed
Monitor launch performance metrics and compile post-launch reports and insights
Ensure all launches adhere to brand standards and strategic goals

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Project Management, Event Coordination, Marketing, or a related field
Strong project management and organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple launches and deadlines simultaneously
Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills
Strong relationship-building skills and a high level of emotional intelligence
Collaborative mindset with the ability to work cross-functionally
Creative problem-solver who can think strategically and adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment
Highly creative thinker with a passion for developing innovative, outside-the-box ideas to engage authors’ audiences and bring book launches to life
Ability to ideate and execute creative launch concepts, promotional moments, and audience engagement strategies that go beyond traditional approaches

Preferred

Skills & Experience

Preferred experience in event coordination or project management (internships included)
Comfort working with influencers or public-facing partners
Familiarity with project management tools like Monday
Strong creative instincts with the ability to spot compelling story angles and audience hooks
Familiarity with audience engagement strategies
Ability to interpret performance data or feedback to refine future launch strategies

Compensation and Benefits

Salary: $41,000-$51,000
Full-time employees are eligible for a benefits package that includes health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, PTO, and employee discounts.
BRAVE Books offers regular additional incentives.

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