Marketing Assistant-Children's

Remote, USA
Posted Jun 13, 2026
Full-time

Sourcebooks is an award-winning publisher specializing in children's books, seeking a Marketing Assistant to join their dynamic team in Naperville, Illinois. The role involves supporting marketing campaigns, social media efforts, and author events, providing a hands-on opportunity to learn about children's publishing.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborating on marketing campaigns
  • Assisting with social media content creation, influencer mailings, and digital strategy
  • Supporting author events and promotions
  • Organizing submissions for trade reviews and online promotions
  • Creating fun, reader-friendly assets like graphics, videos, and printable activities
  • Helping the team stay organized and run smoothly

Skills

  • Strong written and visual communication skills
  • Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple tasks
  • Creative thinker who's curious, collaborative, and self-motivated
  • Comfortable learning new tools and technologies
  • Above all—you love books and want to be part of a team that's shaping the future of children's publishing
  • Canva skills a plus!

Benefits

  • Medical/Prescription drug insurance
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Health Care
  • Dependent Care
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Health Savings Account
  • 401(k)
  • Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Life/AD&D Insurance
  • Generous paid time off

Company Overview

  • Sourcebooks is a publishing house focused on publishing books under many categories, including romance novels, gift books, and more. It was founded in 1987, and is headquartered in Naperville, Illinois, USA, with a workforce of 201-500 employees. Its website is http://www.sourcebooks.com/.

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