RIGHTS & PERMISSIONS COORDINATOR - Peterborough NH

Carus Publishing Company, an award-winning publisher of children's magazines as well as books for all ages, offers a multifaceted opportunity for the ideal candidate to secure rights and permissions for the company as well as license rights to outside vendors.

Expectations

• Work within the editorial department to ensure the timely delivery of text, art, and photo contracts to contributors.
  
• Process contracts for payment.
• Compile accurate credit acknowledgments.
• Provide data to support budgeting and forecasting.
• Review and process permissions usage requests from outside vendors.
• Negotiate permissions fees and rights contracts.
• Ensure contract terms align with permissions requests.
• Strategize with manager regarding contract language negotiations with major licensors and secure the information necessary for permissions processing.
• Ensure timely clearance of assigned permissions in accordance with schedules.
• Compile documentation needed for processing payments, and turn that documentation over to accounting for payment.
• Provide historical data and prepare budgets and forecasts as needed.
• Independently prioritize work to align with schedules.
• Create and maintain accurate, complete database records regarding all permissions.
• Prepare and distribute database reports as required.

Requirements

• BA/BS in related field or equivalent experience
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, FileMaker Pro
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks, and complete work within deadlines
• Highest degree of attention to detail and organizational skills
• Effective interpersonal communication and collaboration skills
• Knowledge of rights and permissions
• Ability to research and analyze complex contract language and negotiate the best possible fees
• Leadership skills
• Experience in permissions or subsidiary rights negotiating financial terms and contracts
• Experience in publishing or related industry
• Must work in Peterborough, NH, office.

Benefits include: Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k). EOE

The following are required if you wish to be considered for this position: (1) one-page cover letter, (2) resume, and (3) salary history. Email your submission to Search640@aol.com, and include "RP COORDINATOR" in subject line. NO PHONE CALLS, PLEASE.

MARKETING INTERN

Carus Publishing Company, a leader in the children's publishing arena, is looking for a committed, driven marketing intern to start work immediately in our Peterborough, NH office. This internship is full- or part-time and unpaid.

Position Overview:

The primary role of the Marketing Intern is to support the Marketing department in executing strategic initiatives. The Intern works as an integral part of the Marketing team, succeeding in a dynamic, constantly changing, fast paced environment, accomplishing a wide variety of day-to-day objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Pay per click search engine reporting and bid management
• Assist with search engine optimization efforts
• Collaborate on email marketing campaigns
• Research and implement social media marketing campaigns
• Writing and editing assignments as needed
• Assist with public relations campaigns, correspondence and follow-up
• Research, track and manage publicity activity
• Assist with management and maintenance of blogs and website
• Support marketing team and with a wide variety of administrative support
• Demonstrate independent thinking, creativity, and contribute new ideas
• Keep up to date with social media news and trends

Requirements:

• Strong writing, grammar, and English skills
• Excellent organizational, time and self management skills with strong attention to details
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize multiple projects and requests simultaneously
• Ability to meet challenging deadlines and see projects through to completion
• Strong initiative, resourcefulness and the ability to work under pressure
• Ability to work well with others with a positive and outgoing attitude
• Outstanding work ethic - reliable, punctual, flexible
• Ability to learn quickly in a dynamic and fast paced environment
• Strong communication skills - both written and verbal
• Desire to learn about the marketing side of children's publishing

Qualifications:

• Experience in Marketing, Advertising, English, Communications, or Public Relations.
• Writing experience preferred - creative copy writing a plus
• Solid computer skills required - proficient use of Windows based operating systems and applications preferred
• Passion for Marketing, Advertising, Publishing preferred

Please contact Tina at tderby@caruspub.com with cover letter and resume if interested.