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Scholastic

Sr. Manager, Trade Business Communications (Presentation and Design)

New York, New York · Senior · Full-time

Sponsorship not specified$135k-$142kDetected 29 days ago
SalesforceSalesResearchLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationPublic SpeakingMicrosoft Office

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Sponsors this role80
Entry-level history0
PERM / green-card track0
Lottery odds (Level III)83
Fits your clock70

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About the role

  • NOTE: This role is based in New York City and encourages a minimum of two days per week in the SoHo office.
  • Some roles or teams may require additional in-office attendance if the essential functions of the role require it.
  • Inform: Translate publishing priorities, organizational updates, and strategic initiatives into clear, timely, and actionable communications.

Responsibilities

  • Lead content development of seasonal Presales, Sales Conference, and Launch materials for upcoming title and franchise releases.
  • Develop core sales and marketing materials for major publishing franchises, including Harry Potter, Dog Man, The Hunger Games, and other bestselling brands.
  • Support the Sales team by creating compelling partner presentations for key retail accounts.
  • Create, design, and refine executive presentations, one-sheets, and communication materials for Trade Publishing leadership and cross-functional teams.
  • Develop and execute internal communications, including leadership updates, organizational announcements, and change management communications.
  • Collaborate with Marketing, Publicity, Editorial, Sales, and Corporate Communications to create integrated communications and presentation materials that support publishing initiatives, major title launches, industry events, and business priorities.
  • Develop and manage a centralized communications and document-sharing platform, ensuring teams have access to current messaging, presentations, templates, and business resources.
  • Maintain a consistent visual identity, messaging, and brand voice across all Trade Publishing communications and presentations.

Requirements

  • 12-15 years of experience in business communications, marketing communications, or a related field, preferably within the trade publishing industry.
  • Exceptional writer and storyteller with the ability to craft clear, compelling messages tailored to diverse audiences and business objectives.
  • Proven ability to translate complex concepts and leadership feedback into concise, visually compelling narratives.
  • Demonstrated ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with professionalism and discretion.
  • Advanced proficiency in Google Slides and Microsoft PowerPoint, with strong working knowledge of Google Workspace and Microsoft Office.
  • Bachelor's degree in communications, Marketing, Business, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
  • Strong visual design aesthetic with expertise in developing polished, engaging presentations and communication materials that bring ideas to life.
  • Collaborative partner who builds strong relationships and works effectively across Marketing, Editorial, Sales, Publicity, Corporate Communications, and executive leadership.
  • Strategic, creative thinker with the ability to manage multiple high-priority projects simultaneously while maintaining exceptional attention to detail.
  • Comfortable navigating a fast-paced, matrixed organization and adapting quickly to shifting priorities and deadlines.
  • Time Type:

Nice to have

  • Experience with Salesforce and Spekit are a plus.

Compensation

  • The salary range for this position is $135,000 to $142,000 annually.

Equal opportunity

  • EEO Statement:
  • Equal Opportunity Employer.
  • EEO is the Law Poster
  • EEO Scholastic Policy Statement
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