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Communications Manager

Job Title | Communications Manager
Location | Central London
Period | Full time
Salary | £35,000 - £40,000 based on experience

The Opportunity | FMcM, the books PR agency, is looking for an ambitious, creative, and versatile Communications Manager to work with the team on stand-out publicity campaigns for books, prizes and festivals, taking a leading role in the delivery. The successful candidate will be closely involved with campaigns for some of the most prominent authors, publishers and initiatives in the industry, as well as sharing a responsibility for representing FMcM as a business.

Who we are | FMcM, The books PR agency.

We bring a strategic, intelligent and bespoke approach to deliver PR, profile, brand, digital and content campaigns with real impact.

A team comprised of communications experts with decades of experience at the highest level, and young, dynamic PRs with their fingers on the pulse of fresh genres and new media, we have delivered bestselling campaigns this year for Marian Keyes, Peter James, Tina Knowles, Conn Iggulden and romantasy debut Hazel McBride. We also work with some of the most dynamic publishers and imprints in the industry including Penguin Random House, HarperCollins, Simon & Schuster, Dialogue Books, Dead Ink, Salt, Divided and Seren Books.

Our work with major brand-leading industry initiatives and prizes, such as the British Book Awards, Polari Prize and the Sunday Time Charlotte Aitken Young Writer of the Year Award, opens doors to a breadth of new media and partnership opportunities.

Guided by a spirit of collaboration, our work is underpinned by a core belief in literature as a force for good in society and we are proud to advocate for marginalised writers and poets through select pro bono campaigns.

FMcM is an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief.

Responsibilities:

Campaign implementation

  • Create and implement outstanding PR campaigns across your client list, working both independently and as part of a team

  • Create and edit impactful communications, including press releases and bespoke pitches, across your client portfolio

  • Demonstrate effective client management, including meeting preparation, regular reporting, and campaign evaluation

  • Organise and attend book launches and other events. Provide support on the smooth running of larger events, such as prize ceremonies and literary festivals, including managing guest lists, hosting press and talent, organising live interviews on-site, and syndicating assets and press materials

  • Work directly with clients and authors, arrange schedules, provide briefings and escort them to events and media commitments, always upholding a high standard of author care

  • Continue to develop and maintain a strong network of media contacts and strategic partners, and be proactive about seeking new relationships to support the agency’s work across a range of clients

  • Communicate any challenges or concerns in a timely manner, seeking guidance from project and line managers to effectively pre-empt or manage obstacles


Corporate Responsibilities

  • Identify and build relationships with potential new clients from your own sphere of influence, and contribute to new business proposal documents and presentations

  • Support junior staff to deliver stand-out campaigns

  • Adhere to FMcM internal protocol, contributing to the smooth running of the business

  • Promote FMcM, acting as a representative and advocate of the company, and contribute to the company’s digital presence with creative content across social media and the website


Requirements:

  • 3-5 years’ experience in a related arts or PR role

  • Strong awareness of the current media landscape and UK literary scene

  • Excellent network of media contacts

  • Demonstrable experience of delivering creative book campaigns

  • Ability to prioritise and juggle competing demands with good time management skills

  • Proven copywriting skills, from press releases to social media content

  • Excellent Microsoft Office skills Word, PowerPoint and Excel and experience using InDesign and Photoshop

  • Strong social media acumen with a working knowledge of the wider digital marketing landscape within book publishing or the wider arts scene

  • Keep up to date with current issues and public opinion in the media to inform communications campaigns

  • Professional, proactive, and organised

  • Team player with a positive attitude

  • Excellent communication skills

  • Curiosity in a range of genres and ability to work on a wide variety of projects

How to apply | To apply for this opportunity, please send us an up-to-date CV, together with a cover letter addressing how you meet the requirements of the role.
Deadline | 12pm, Wednesday 16th July 2025

Email to: publicity@fmcm.co.uk

Communications Officer

Job Title | Communications Officer
Location | Central London
Period | Full time
Salary | £25-30K dependent on experience

The Opportunity | FMcM, the books PR agency, is looking for an ambitious, enthusiastic, and versatile Communications Officer to work with the team on books and author project campaigns and to provide administrative support to ensure the smooth running of our business. The successful candidate will be closely involved with campaigns for some of the most prominent authors, publishers and initiatives in the industry.

 

About FMcM | The books PR agency.

We bring a strategic, intelligent and bespoke approach to deliver PR, profile, brand, digital and content campaigns with real impact.

A team comprised of communications experts with decades of experience at the highest level, and young, dynamic PRs with their fingers on the pulse of fresh genres and new media, we have delivered bestselling campaigns this year for Marian Keyes, Peter James, Tina Knowles, Conn Iggulden and romantasy debut Hazel McBride. We also work with some of the most dynamic publishers and imprints in the industry including Penguin Random House, HarperCollins, Simon & Schuster, Dialogue Books, Dead Ink, Salt, Divided and Seren Books.

Our work with major brand-leading industry initiatives and prizes, such as the British Book Awards, Polari Prize, the Cundill History Prize and the Sunday Time Charlotte Aitken Young Writer of the Year Award, opens doors to a breadth of new media and partnership opportunities.

Guided by a spirit of collaboration, our work is underpinned by a core belief in literature as a force for good in society and we are proud to advocate for marginalised writers and poets through select pro bono campaigns.

FMcM is an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief.

Responsibilities:

  •  Build network of contacts including media, influencers, partners and events to support outreach across a range of books and projects

  • Produce press releases and campaign reports

  • Conduct research in key areas to underpin campaign planning

  • Maintain client and contact databases for the team

  • Arrange client schedules and book travel

  • Assist with running company social media channels, producing copy, graphics and other marketing materials

  • Organise mailings and handle general media enquiries

  • Perform administrative tasks to ensure the smooth running of the office

  • Coordinate internal and external meetings, maintain agendas, minutes and diaries

  • Collate and distribute media coverage

  • Support the organisation and delivery of events


Requirements:

  •  1-2 years’ previous work experience in related arts and communications roles

  • A working knowledge of the media landscape and publishing industry

  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

  • A clear understanding of a strategic publicity campaign

  • Highly organised with an aptitude for multi-tasking and flexibility

  • A pro-active approach to growing relationships with journalists and influencers

  • Team player with a positive attitude

  • Professional, enthusiastic proactive, and organised

  • Ability to prioritise and juggle competing demands in a busy office

  • Curiosity in a range of genres and ability to work on a wide variety of projects

  • Skilled in the use of MS Office (Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel) and the Adobe Creative Suite

 

This is a permanent, full-time position based in our London office.

 

How to apply | To apply for this opportunity, please send us an up-to-date CV, together with a cover letter addressing how you meet the requirements of the role.
Deadline | 12pm, Wednesday 16th July 2025

Email to: publicity@fmcm.co.uk