Publishing & Events Assistant (Temp-to-Hire)

Position:

Publishing & Events Assistant Employment Type:

Temporary-to-Hire (Part-Time / Full-Time negotiable)

Pay Rate:

$15.00 / hour

Location:

Duluth, GA /

Hybrid Company:

AmCam Group - Education Division ( Maggie Children's Literature Series) Job Summary We are seeking a detail-oriented, energetic, and organized Publishing & Events Assistant to support the growth of the Maggie Multicultural Children's Literature Book Series ( Maggie's Childhood ). In this role, you will play a key part in book promotion, event logistics, outreach to schools and libraries, and administrative support for author events and publishing projects. This is a temp-to-hire position starting at $15/hour, offering a great opportunity for candidates interested in children's publishing, multicultural education, event planning, and literacy outreach.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Event Planning & Coordination Assist with planning, logistics, and scheduling for book readings, school visits, library workshops, and community events. Manage event inventory (books, promotional merchandise, banners, signage). Coordinate setup and takedown for in-person events and oversee virtual event setups. Engage with parents, educators, and children during author events and book signings. 2. Publishing & Educational Outreach Conduct outreach to K-5th grade elementary schools, public libraries, literacy organizations, and local bookstores. Coordinate order fulfillment and shipping/distribution for direct book sales. Assist with press kit preparation and media/influencer outreach in the education and multicultural literature space. 3. Administrative & Marketing Support Maintain contact lists for educators, librarians, and media outlets. Assist with social media updates, newsletter creation, and community engagement. Manage general inquiries and customer support related to book orders and events.

Qualifications & Skills Education/Experience:

High school diploma required; coursework or background in Education, English, Communications, Marketing, or Event Management preferred.

Communication:

Strong verbal and written communication skills; comfortable reaching out to schools, libraries, and organizations.

Organization:

High attention to detail with the ability to manage schedules and multi-task across event logistics and publishing tasks.

Tech Savvy:

Proficiency with Microsoft Office / Google Workspace, social media platforms, and basic email marketing tools.

Passion:

Interest in children's literature, multicultural education, and community storytelling.

Reliability:

Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for occasional local event setups. Benefits & Career Growth Hands-on experience in publishing, event planning, and educational marketing. Potential transition to a permanent role based on performance and business needs. Flexible schedule tailored around event dates and project milestones. Interested candidate, please email your resume to maggie@amcamgroup.com Subject Publishing & Event Assistant. Any questions, please contact: Chanreaksmey Kim at maggie@amcamgroup.com To learn more about us, please visit amcamgroup.com/education

Pay:

From $15.00 per hour

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in Duluth, GA 30096