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Subsidiary Rights and Sales Assistant

 
The Subsidiary Rights and Sales Assistant (or, depending on experience, Associate) position is responsible for critical administrative work in support of the work of the director and the inventory and sales manager. The position plays an active role in subsidiary rights, contracts, sales, and sales promotion and liaises with TNP staff, TNP’s external distributor, customers, licensing partners, agents, and authors. The position provides an excellent overview of subsidiary rights and sales in the non-profit independent trade book publishing sector.

Responsibilities include the following:

Permissions
Review and negotiate permissions’ requests; generate and process contracts and payments; maintain spreadsheets for processing of licenses and receipt of payments; seasonal review of the grant of rights for new title releases; maintain and update internal spreadsheet of the grant of permissions organized by ISBN; seasonal upload of new releases to the Copyright Clearance Center (CCC); process quarterly payments from the CCC. 
 
Subsidiary Rights
Provide subagents and licensors with submissions materials; maintain spreadsheets for submissions, contracts, and payments; research and negotiate expiring, backlist and select front list licenses; negotiate file fees with licensees; assist in creation of the Frankfurt and London Book Fair guides: review titles for inclusion based on a review of contract rights, publication schedule in FileMaker, and availability of submissions material and write book descriptions.
 
Contracts
Generate and review subsidiary rights and author contracts based on templates and the deal terms for each contract; process all contracts through execution; maintain spreadsheets for all contracts and undertake data entry in FileMaker for author contracts.
 
Finance
Enter subsidiary rights income in subsidiary rights spreadsheets as it is received. Process author contract check requests for signing payments with the finance department. Reconcile monthly bank statements from finance with royalty statements from licensors and chase missing statements. Chase outstanding payments from licensors. Field agent’s and author’s queries about subsidiary rights payments. Maintain document files. 
 
Sales
  • Digital Content Management: weekly and seasonal metadata entry in TNP’s distributor’s content platform; troubleshoot metadata problems with distributor and accounts.
  • Process special sales orders.
  • Edelweiss: upload digital titles and supplemental materials for advanced review; assist in the creation of seasonal and subject-specific catalogs.
  • Seasonal lists: Assist in meeting distributor deadlines for advance sales materials.
  • Assist in organizing the publisher’s presence at sales conference, major trade shows, book festivals, and major international subsidiary rights fairs.
  • Run basic inventory and sales reports out of distributor’s databases on a per request basis.
  • Conduct sales and comp title research via various sales reporting tools on a per request basis.
  • Compile and circulate the agenda for weekly call with Ingram, TNP’s distributor, sit in on call, take notes and send follow up minutes to participants after the call.

Requirements/Qualifications:

  • A minimum of the equivalent of one to two years of relevant work experience working in a literary agency or for a book publisher in at least one of the following areas: subsidiary rights or sales.
  • College degree preferred.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Suite: WORD, EXCEL, PowerPoint. Experience with Filemaker, IQ, CoreSource, Acumen, or similar inventory, managing editorial, finance, and sales databases a plus, along with basic knowledge of HTML.
  • Strong interest in book publishing and the not-for-profit sphere; some relevant experience in a related internship or working in a similar position would be helpful; highly organized with an attention to detail; good analytical skills; ability to work on different projects simultaneously and also to work autonomously; strong oral and written communication skills required; must be a good team player who enjoys working collaboratively and across departments.
  • Must have an interest in and commitment to the ideals and mission of The New Press.

How to Apply

Please email your resume, a thoughtful cover letter, and salary requirement to careers@thenewpress.com. Please put your name and reference the title of the position in the subject line. A writing sample will be required for candidates invited to interview. Submissions without thoughtful cover letters will not be considered.
 
The New Press is affiliated with the Technical, Office and Professional (TOP) Union, Local 2110 UAW, AFL-CIO; the Subsidiary Rights and Sales Assistant position is included in the bargaining unit and is a Grade I position. The salary range is $47,500-$50,000.

EEO Statement

The New Press is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Persons of color are strongly encouraged to apply. The New Press is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The New Press will not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, gender identity, gender expression, economic status, religion, creed, sexual orientation, disability, Union activity, marital and/or parental status, citizenship, national origin or alienage, ancestry, genetic information, size, age, military or veteran status, arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
 
 
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Senior Director of Development

 
In addition to revenue earned from book sales, The New Press also relies on the support of institutional and individual donors. Our ability to take risks on politically challenging topics, and to invest substantially in new authors, is made possible by the support of a broad range of individuals who believe in the importance of books as transmitters of important ideas, as well as foundations including the Ford Foundation, the Emerson Collective, MacArthur Foundation, the Omidyar Network, OSF, and many others.
 
We are seeking an entrepreneurial, collaborative, and mission-aligned Senior Director of Development (Director) to join our team and lead efforts to grow our base of institutional and individual donors. In partnership with The New Press’s board of directors, executive team, and leaders across the organization, the Director will develop an overall strategy for the development efforts of the organization; identify, cultivate, and strengthen relationships with our principal donors; spearhead efforts to cultivate and attract new donors; make specific asks of individuals and foundations; and prepare and deploy the executive director, director of editorial programs, board members, and program-appropriate editors to make specifics asks; in conjunction with the leadership team, create long-term strategies to grow contributed revenue; plan and execute development-related events; lead the fundraising department; and help oversee compelling, action-oriented institutional communications efforts.
 
Reporting to the Executive Director, the Director is responsible for developing a departmental budget and, in conjunction with the Executive Director, for devising and implementing strategies that position the department to meet its annual contributed revenue goals, currently at $3 million, while laying the groundwork for significant growth over time. The Director will benefit from an Executive Director who is an actively engaged partner in fundraising, as well as a supportive, engaged Board and staff leadership team.
 

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Ensure creative, effective, and collaborative fundraising efforts, including:
  • Lead the Press’s major gifts and foundation funding programs, partnering closely with internal and external partners to develop and implement donor cultivation and stewardship activities and institutional fundraising strategies, ensuring the organization is positioned to sustain and increase funding.
  • Make asks: Participate in meetings with individuals and institutional donors and make specific asks, either one-on-one or in conjunction with other members of the development team and/or board members.
  • Lead Team: Directly supervise a high-performing development team that includes a Senior Development Officer (foundations), a Development Assistant, and ongoing external consultant support, with significant participation from the Executive Director and Director of Editorial Programs.
  • Oversee all ongoing departmental activities—mailings, annual appeals, and related fundraising campaigns.
  • Ensure professional record-keeping—including leading the successful implementation of the recently acquired Raiser’s Edge software.
  • Participate in institutional communications and branding, including the revamping of The New Press’s website.
  • Manage Events: Effectively leverage staff, consultants, and vendors to plan and execute donor-related events, including the annual Social Justice Awards gala, Ladies Who Play Hooky events, Freedom of Expression dinners, VIP receptions, and a range of other outreach activities designed both to elicit gifts and to raise the profile of the organization.
Other responsibilities include:
  • Board Development and Liaison: Serve as a key point of contact for the Board of Directors, prepare materials for three annual board meetings, and provide regular updates and strategic advice and guidance on high-impact fundraising strategies and initiatives, including board engagement and recruitment.
  • Strategic Networking: Closely partner with publicity, marketing, editorial staff, and other key constituents to build and strengthen external relationships and elevate the Press’s visibility in both the philanthropic and publishing communities.
  • Development Communications: Develop effective institutional communication strategies that build a cohesive, compelling narrative to clarify and convey The New Press’s mission, and persuasively represent The New Press with potential donors and other key influencers. Institutionalize regular communication with development prospects, including newsletters, event listings, email blasts about breaking news, and social media.
  • Forecasting, Reporting, and Compliance: With the Executive Director, establish a fundraising budget for each calendar year and facilitate a 360-degree feedback loop between finance, executive leadership, and the Board. Ensure grant and donor compliance, align benchmarking goals against the budget, and provide mid-and end-of-year forecasting summaries that are clear, accurate, and data-driven.

Candidate Profile

We believe everyone has the potential for success, and we recognize a range of skills and experiences that will complement our mission, goals, and priorities. While candidates might not have experience in every responsibility outlined in the position profile, successful candidates will demonstrate these fundamental qualities, skills, and characteristics:
 
Passion for the Mission
As book bans and legislative attacks escalate across the country, you’re excited to join a vibrant, diverse team dedicated to amplifying progressive voices in an increasingly politicized social landscape. You feel compelled to lead the fight to promote and protect the work of progressive authors, to stake a stand against book bans and censorship, and understand that to be an effective steward of a left-leaning cause requires a unique combination of advocacy, diplomacy, and nuance. You bring big ideas to life, leverage your skills to drive actionable impact, and are eager to harness the power of a passionate, high-energy team who is deeply committed to ensuring that a range of diverse voices participates in the national conversation.
 
Proven Fundraising Results
You have deep knowledge of both the art and science of fundraising. You have a proven track record of directly securing transformational gifts and growing institutional and individual giving programs. As a seasoned fundraiser, you understand that data-driven fundraising is a crucial component of meeting organizational fundraising goals. An inquisitive and detail-oriented leader, you understand the complex relationship between finance and fundraising and partner with cross-functional teams to rigorously plan, align, monitor, and assess your fundraising strategy to compete in a crowded marketplace. A team player, collaborator, and coach, you understand that harnessing your team’s and partners’ collective power lays the groundwork to dream big, celebrate wins, reflect on opportunities, and build a high-performing and supportive culture.
 
Strategic Thinking
You are a strategic thinker with ample execution experience. A thought partner to your leadership, team, and Board, you have worked with executive leadership to develop a strategic vision, and forecast obstacles and threats in an increasingly competitive market. You motivate others to move towards an aligned vision, communicate cross-functionally, frame your work around long-term visions and strategic plans, and implement best practices and continual innovation.
 
Action-oriented Leadership
You are a balanced leader who implements processes, procedures, and evaluative measures to set benchmarks for success and monitor individual and collective success. You temper strategic oversight with urgency and efficiency, effectively manage competing priorities, and facilitate a mission-centered development culture that celebrates big wins and reflects on challenges and opportunities. You set goals for major and planned giving programs, have successfully managed a portfolio of giving activities, and lead, grow, and position your teams for success. A collaborator and deep thinker, you exhibit sound judgment in your management of people, resources, and priorities.
 
Relationship Management
You love working with people and know how to nurture and maintain relationships with current and prospective major and institutional donors, actively seek new partners and collaborators, and are comfortable engaging with internal and external constituents (including board members) to support personal fundraising and institutional giving.
 
Diplomacy
You recognize that The New Press occupies a unique space in the publishing and progressive universes and that the organization has evolved practices and preferences that are integral to its culture. You know how to respect the wisdom of this collective experience while promoting new ideas, in order to build on the success of the organization and help take it to the next level.
 
Other qualifications of interest include:
  • Familiarity with publishing;
  • Knowledge of and interest in New Press books and authors;
  • Experience in social justice, advocacy-based organizations, or think tanks.

Compensation & Benefits

This is a full-time, exempt position. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. The salary range for this role is $125,000 to $180,000, with a generous benefits package.

How to Apply

Koya Partners, the executive search firm that specializes in mission-driven search, has been exclusively retained for this engagement. Molly Brennan and Malissa Brennan of Koya Partners have been exclusively retained for this search. To express interest in this role please submit your materials in our Talent Profile. All inquiries and discussions will be considered strictly confidential.
 
Koya Partners is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals living with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual living with a disability and need assistance expressing interest online, please email NonprofitSearchOps@divsearch.com. If you are selected for an interview, you will receive additional information regarding how to request an accommodation for the interview process.

EEO Statement

The New Press is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Persons of color are strongly encouraged to apply. The New Press is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The New Press will not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, gender identity, gender expression, economic status, religion, creed, sexual orientation, disability, Union activity, marital and/or parental status, citizenship, national origin or alienage, ancestry, genetic information, size, age, military or veteran status, arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
 
The New Press is affiliated with the Technical, Office and Professional (TOP) Union, Local 2110 UAW, AFL-CIO, but this position is not covered in the bargaining unit.
 
 
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Human Resources Manager

 
The Manager, Human Resources oversees and performs human resource-related duties at the professional level and may perform responsibilities in some or all of the following functional areas: policy development and compliance, benefits and leave administration, employee relations, labor relations, job and pay analysis and generalist responsibilities. The Manager, Human Resources, is a liaison between the employees and management for the multiple topics listed above. The Manager, Human Resources manages and coordinates The New Press’s HR service provider, 401K custodian and servicer.

Job Responsibilities:

Policy & Compliance
  • Research, make recommendations and communicate The New Press wide Human Resources policies, procedures and regulatory laws that promote a healthy work environment.
  • Update the The New Press Employee Handbook in accordance with the most recent changes in both internal policies, external regulatory laws, and the collective bargaining agreement.
  • Provide advice and counsel to managers regarding The New Press policies and procedures to set employee behavior and expectations in accordance with company policies and best practices.
Benefits & Leave Management
  • Lead the The New Press benefits administration, specifically leave management, including but not limited to management and compliance with FMLA requests, reasonable and ADA accommodations, and COVID-19 leave; adherence to The New Press policies and oversee the internal procedures across all employee benefits.
  • Review and update standards and procedures for all leave requests in accordance with company policies, collective bargaining agreement and adherence to regulatory requirements.
  • Manage and track all leave data as it relates to compliance.
Job Analysis
  • Conduct comprehensive job analysis to produce and maintain position descriptions that are in line with industry best practices and compliance as they relate to essential duties, appropriate FLSA classifications, and ADA requirements.
  • Use job analysis to determine and recommend appropriate pay for all positions in coordination with the collective bargaining agreement.
  • Use job analysis to foster the design of selection assessments for talent acquisition efforts.
Compensation
  • Research and develop recommendations for pay for all The New Press roles through active participation in the following (not an exhaustive list) job analysis, salary surveys, internal pay equity analysis, and job market studies.
  • Work with management to establish best pay practices that include updates to job families, grades and salary ranges in accordance with The New Press pay philosophy and policy.
  • Recommend to management on what to pay staff at various points of their employment.
  • Negotiate and implement any compensation changes based on the collective bargaining agreement.
Generalist
  • Establish strategic initiatives and operational goals that promote positive employee relations, employee satisfaction, retention, and career growth.
  • Support Training & Development to identify and communicate with management opportunities for staff development and individual performance improvement.
  • Support contract negotiations by conducting research, compiling data, preparing documents and participate in labor negotiations when needed.
  • Support a positive working relationship with shop stewards, union officials and union staff and adhere to terms of labor contracts.
  • Active support of all employee relations issues related to complaints, harassment allegations and union grievances.
  • Work with management to draft, review, edit, and finalize performance memos, performance improvement plans (PIPs), grievance outcome summaries and other related employee and labor relations documents.
  • Support of the The New Press Talent Acquisition efforts as necessary including screening, interviewing, and testing (where applicable) applicants for all level positions when needed.
  • Participate in exit interviews, collect, and analyze data and make recommendations to management based on trends and other findings.
  • Support the new hire and onboarding process including orientation.
  • Support HRIS functions as needed.
  • Support The New Press wide project management initiatives.
  • Perform any other relevant assignments as directed by management.

Qualifications and Core Competencies:

  • Bachelor Degree in Human Resources Management or related field.
  • Labor Relations and prior experience with collective bargaining agreements required.
  • 8-10 Years in Human Resources as a generalist with at least 5 years in a management position particularly in employee policy administration, benefits and leave management, job, and pay analysis required; employee relations experience and union experience.
  • Knowledge of employment law and other compliance regulations in NYC with an ability to formulate them into organizational policies.
  • Technologically inclined with an ability to apply technology tools to solve administrative problems required.
  • Project management and data analysis a plus.
  • Effective relationship management skills and ability to apply them across all levels within the organization.
  • Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
  • Must demonstrate exceptional judgement with critical evaluation and analytical skills.
  • Well organized, attentive to detail, able to multitask, manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
  • Ability to work independently; and as part of a diverse team.

Compensation

This is a part-time (2 days), exempt position. The salary for this role is $30,000.

How to Apply

Please email your resume, a thoughtful cover letter, and salary requirement to careers@thenewpress.com. Please put your name and reference the title of the position in the subject line. A writing sample will be required for candidates invited to interview. Submissions without thoughtful cover letters will not be considered.

EEO Statement

The New Press is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Persons of color are strongly encouraged to apply. The New Press is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The New Press will not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, gender identity, gender expression, economic status, religion, creed, sexual orientation, disability, Union activity, marital and/or parental status, citizenship, national origin or alienage, ancestry, genetic information, size, age, military or veteran status, arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
 
The New Press is affiliated with the Technical, Office and Professional (TOP) Union, Local 2110 UAW, AFL-CIO, but this position is not covered in the bargaining unit.
 
 
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Director of Communications and Engagement

 
Reporting to the Executive Director, the Director of Communications and Engagement plays a key role in shaping TNP’s messaging, brand awareness, and audience growth. The Director will work closely with all departments including Fundraising & Development, Marketing and Publicity.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Institutional Communications Strategy and Workplan: Lead the development of an institutional communications strategy and annual workplan, including goals, roles, responsibilities, and deadlines, with input and buy-in from all relevant departments and organizational functions.
  • Engagement Strategy: Implement a comprehensive audience engagement strategy across all channels (social media, email, website) that serves the organization’s strategic objectives.
  • Content Strategy and Development: Collaboratively manages a workflow for all relevant staff creating value-adding content in support of the organization’s engagement, messaging, positioning, and marketing needs.
  • Content Production: Produce and repurpose content for routine communications: social media, digital engagement, email communications, public relations, website copy, solicitations, etc.
  • Social Media Management: Help develop and implement a community-building strategy to strengthen relationships, enhance engagement metrics, and grow the number of followers on TNP properties.
  • Marketing Collateral: Oversee Lead the production of key corporate collateral, both print and digital (annual reports, impact statements, event promotion, branding materials, media kits, etc.)
  • Analytics & Audience Engagement: Track and report on metrics for assessing and improving engagement efforts.
  • Website Redesign: Lead the redesign and launch of The New Press’s website, coordinating with colleagues, soliciting and managing stakeholder input, evaluating potential and options for developing e-commerce capacity as part of the website redesign, interviewing and recommending a web design firm, and partnering with and managing the selected web design firm.

Qualifications for this role include:

  • 6+ Years Experience in relevant marketing, communications, and digital engagement.
  • Clear track record creating compelling communications materials, digital storytelling, email content, and social media content.
  • Track record of success with established, new, and emerging social media platforms; managing and growing social media communities, properties; and designing and implementing marketing campaigns.
  • Excellent writing skills and an ability to synthesize complex information into digestible, marketable content.
  • Ability to manage multiple work projects; comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong self-starter and self-organizer; strong organizational skills and relentless attention to detail.
  • Ability to navigate different team environments; enjoy collaborative work.
  • Demonstrated commitment to equity and inclusion; ability to connect with people from all backgrounds.
  • Graphic design skills and familiarity with range of graphic design software preferred.
  • Familiarity with MailChimp, HootSuite, basic HTML, Google Analytics, and video software preferred.

Compensation & Benefits

This is a full-time, exempt position. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. The salary range for this role is $75,000-95,000, with a generous benefits package.

How to Apply

Please email your resume, a thoughtful cover letter, and salary requirement to careers@thenewpress.com. Please put your name and reference the title of the position in the subject line. A writing sample will be required for candidates invited to interview. Submissions without thoughtful cover letters will not be considered.

EEO Statement

The New Press is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Persons of color are strongly encouraged to apply. The New Press is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The New Press will not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, gender identity, gender expression, economic status, religion, creed, sexual orientation, disability, Union activity, marital and/or parental status, citizenship, national origin or alienage, ancestry, genetic information, size, age, military or veteran status, arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
 
The New Press is affiliated with the Technical, Office and Professional (TOP) Union, Local 2110 UAW, AFL-CIO, this position is covered in the bargaining unit.