Qureos Mentor

Sourcebooks, Inc.

<div><div>Are you passionate about children&rsquo;s books and excited to kick-start your career in publishing? Do you dream of working in a creative, fast-paced environment where you can help get incredible stories into the hands of young readers? 
 
Sourcebooks, home to award-winning and bestselling children&rsquo;s imprints, is looking for a Marketing Assistant to join our energetic and growing team at our headquarters in Naperville, Illinois. This is an ideal entry point for someone eager to build a career in publishing and marketing&mdash;especially if you love books, storytelling, and making a real impact. 
 
You&rsquo;ll be part of the team behind some of today&rsquo;s most exciting children&rsquo;s books and authors. From social media campaigns and influencer outreach to preparing for book festivals and author events, you&rsquo;ll learn by doing and be at the center of it all. 
 
This is a hands-on, in-person role, where you&rsquo;ll work at least three days a week from our Naperville, IL headquarters, getting firsthand experience in how children&rsquo;s books are launched and celebrated, all while being part of a dynamic, fast-paced, and collaborative Impact Marketing team. 
 
This is an hourly, non-exempt position based in Naperville, IL. The starting pay for this role is $21.16/hour. We determine starting pay based on a thorough evaluation of job-related factors, including geographic location, market conditions, relevant experience, training, and education. This process ensures a fair and competitive salary that aligns with both the company and the candidate&rsquo;s qualifications. Travel may be required for key industry events and festivals throughout the year. 
 
NOTE: We will be reviewing applications and will follow up after January 2nd, as we are out on holiday break 12/24/25 - 1/2/26 
 
What You&rsquo;ll Do:<ul><li>
Collaborating on marketing campaigns</li><li>
Assisting with social media content creation, influencer mailings, and digital strategy</li><li>
Supporting author events and promotions</li><li>
Organizing submissions for trade reviews and online promotions</li><li>
Creating fun, reader-friendly assets like graphics, videos, and printable activities</li><li>
Helping the team stay organized and run smoothly</li></ul>
What You Bring:<ul><li>
Strong written and visual communication skills (Canva skills a plus!)</li><li>
Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple tasks</li><li>
Creative thinker who&rsquo;s curious, collaborative, and self-motivated</li><li>
Comfortable learning new tools and technologies</li><li>
Above all&mdash;you love books and want to be part of a team that&rsquo;s shaping the future of children&rsquo;s publishing</li></ul>
Why Sourcebooks? 
As Newsweek&rsquo;s #2 Most Loved Workplace in 2024 and a recognized leader in innovation by Fast Company (2024 Most Innovative Companies, 2023 Best Workplaces for Innovators), we use a mission-driven, data-centered approach to drive success for our authors and their books. We&rsquo;re a thriving entrepreneurial company that creates books that transcend categories and defy odds, and we&rsquo;ve been honored with hundreds of national bestsellers and awards. We are passionate book lovers dedicated to connecting books to readers in innovative ways. Story by story, book by book, we have changed more than 300 million lives. Join us as we change 300 million more! 
 
Ready to Apply: 
Please submit your resume, salary requirements, and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and interest in this role. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered. Show us your passion and creativity &mdash; we&rsquo;re looking for someone who&rsquo;s as enthusiastic about this opportunity as we are! 
 
Full-time employees are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program. Our range of benefits include, but are not limited to, 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&amp;D Insurance, &amp; generous paid time off. 
 
Sourcebooks values the array of talents and perspectives that a diverse workforce brings. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status. 
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Marketing Assistant-Children's

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Marketing Assistant-Children's