62 Penguin Random House jobs in the United States

Penguin Random House seeks a Database Administrator to join our guild of IT database professionals, supporting multiple aspects of publishing operations, content management, and other custom systems. The Database Administrator will be responsible for supporting existing application databases and working to transition systems to a cloud-based infrastructure, ensuring security and license compliance, using CI/CD standards.

Penguin Random House is home to genre-defining children's literature, from Dragons Love Tacos to The Phantom Tollbooth; best-in-class storytellers including Margaret Atwood, Tommy Orange, Celeste Ng, and Jasmine Guillory; and culture-shaping works such as Becoming by Michelle Obama and Daisy Jones & the Six by Taylor Jenkins Reid.

The ideal candidate will have a strong foundational background in database management, performance, and security supporting ongoing efforts towards cloud migration. Must be a motivated, team-player with the ability to work cross functionally with a positive attitude, a self-starter with proactive thinking of solutions.

Specific responsibilities include:

• Experienced with Database Management Systems (DBMS) like MySQL, PostgreSQL, or Oracle, including installation, configuration, and maintenance.
• Proficient in designing and managing relational databases using SQL, including schema design, normalization, and query optimization.
• Skilled in database performance tuning, including indexing strategies, query optimization, and monitoring tools.
• Knowledge of database security practices, including user authentication, authorization, encryption, and backup strategies.

• Troubleshoot and resolve database issues.
• Collaborate with development teams to optimize database queries and performance.
• Develop and maintain database documentation, including data standards, procedures, and definitions.
• Contribute to an environment of continuous improvement and innovation by working collaboratively with your peers.
• Communicate your ideas effectively to achieve the right outcome for your team and customer.

• 3+ years' experience managing an Oracle database environment.
• 3+ years' experience with cloud-based database solutions
• 3+ years' experience with Continuous Delivery and Continuous Integration (CI/CD) techniques
• 2+ years' experience with database migration processes

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Strong approachable communicator in both verbal and written communication
• Proactive multitasker who feels comfortable collaborating as needed
• An adaptable demeanor when learning new tools, features, and work tactics.
• Proven ability to organize themselves and can strategically prioritize deadlines.

Penguin Random House seeks a Database Administrator to join our guild of IT database professionals, supporting multiple aspects of publishing operations, content management, and other custom systems. The Database Administrator will be responsible for supporting existing application databases and working to transition systems to a cloud-based infrastructure, ensuring security and license compliance, using CI/CD standards. Penguin Random House is home to genre-defining children’s literature, from Dragons Love Tacos to The Phantom Tollbooth; best-in-class storytellers including Margaret Atwood, Tommy Orange, Celeste Ng, and Jasmine Guillory; and culture-shaping works such as Becoming by Michelle Obama and Daisy Jones & the Six by Taylor Jenkins Reid. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundational background in database management, performance, and security supporting ongoing efforts towards cloud migration. Must be a motivated, team-player with the ability to work cross functionally with a positive attitude, a self-starter with proactive thinking of solutions. Specific responsibilities include: Experienced with Database Management Systems (DBMS) like MySQL, PostgreSQL, or Oracle, including installation, configuration, and maintenance. Proficient in designing and managing relational databases using SQL, including schema design, normalization, and query optimization. Skilled in database performance tuning, including indexing strategies, query optimization, and monitoring tools. Knowledge of database security practices, including user authentication, authorization, encryption, and backup strategies. Troubleshoot and resolve database issues. Collaborate with development teams to optimize database queries and performance. Develop and maintain database documentation, including data standards, procedures, and definitions. Contribute to an environment of continuous improvement and innovation by working collaboratively with your peers. Communicate your ideas effectively to achieve the right outcome for your team and customer. Please apply if you meet the following preferred qualifications: 3+ years’ experience managing an Oracle database environment. 3+ years’ experience with cloud-based database solutions 3+ years’ experience with Continuous Delivery and Continuous Integration (CI/CD) techniques 2+ years’ experience with database migration processes The Essentials: Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills Strong approachable communicator in both verbal and written communication Proactive multitasker who feels comfortable collaborating as needed An adaptable demeanor when learning new tools, features, and work tactics. Proven ability to organize themselves and can strategically prioritize deadlines. The salary range for this position is $95K-$105K. All positions are currently eligible for annual profit award or bonus, subject to Company results. Please apply using our ATS system by July 31, 2025 and include your resume and cover letter for consideration. Before applying for any role at Penguin Random House, we recommend you review our applicant resources page and look over our hybrid and open-to-remote guidelines on our FAQs page. Penguin Random House job postings include a good faith compensation range for each open position. The salary range listed is specific to each particular open position and takes into account various factors including the specifics of the individual role, and candidate's relevant experience and qualifications. 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, Pre-Tax and Roth 401(k), Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Life/AD&D Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Student Loan Repayment Program, Educational Assistance & generous paid time off. Penguin Random House is the leading adult and children's publishing house in North America, the United Kingdom and many other regions around the world. In publishing the best books in every genre and subject for all ages, we are committed to quality, excellence in execution, and innovation throughout the entire publishing process: editorial, design, marketing, publicity, sales, production, and distribution. Our vibrant and diverse international community of nearly 300 publishing brands and imprints include Ballantine Bantam Dell, Berkley, Clarkson Potter, Crown, DK, Doubleday, Dutton, Grosset & Dunlap, Little Golden Books, Knopf, Modern Library, Pantheon, Penguin Books, Penguin Press, Penguin Random House Audio, Penguin Young Readers, Portfolio, Puffin, Putnam, Random House, Random House Children's Books, Riverhead, Ten Speed Press, Viking, and Vintage, among others. More information can be found at Penguin Random House 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. Company: Penguin Random House LLC Country: United States of America State/Region: New York City: New York Postal Code: 10019 Job ID: 281151

Penguin Random House seeks a Database Administrator to join our guild of IT database professionals, supporting multiple aspects of publishing operations, content management, and other custom systems. The Database Administrator will be responsible for supporting existing application databases and working to transition systems to a cloud-based infrastructure, ensuring security and license compliance, using CI/CD standards.

Penguin Random House is home to genre-defining children’s literature, from Dragons Love Tacos to The Phantom Tollbooth; best-in-class storytellers including Margaret Atwood, Tommy Orange, Celeste Ng, and Jasmine Guillory; and culture-shaping works such as Becoming by Michelle Obama and Daisy Jones & the Six by Taylor Jenkins Reid.

The ideal candidate will have a strong foundational background in database management, performance, and security supporting ongoing efforts towards cloud migration. Must be a motivated, team-player with the ability to work cross functionally with a positive attitude, a self-starter with proactive thinking of solutions. Specific responsibilities include:

• Experienced with Database Management Systems (DBMS) like MySQL, PostgreSQL, or Oracle, including installation, configuration, and maintenance.

• Proficient in designing and managing relational databases using SQL, including schema design, normalization, and query optimization.

• Skilled in database performance tuning, including indexing strategies, query optimization, and monitoring tools.

• Knowledge of database security practices, including user authentication, authorization, encryption, and backup strategies.

• Troubleshoot and resolve database issues.

• Collaborate with development teams to optimize database queries and performance.

• Develop and maintain database documentation, including data standards, procedures, and definitions.

• Contribute to an environment of continuous improvement and innovation by working collaboratively with your peers.

• Communicate your ideas effectively to achieve the right outcome for your team and customer.

Please apply if you meet the following preferred qualifications:

• 3+ years’ experience managing an Oracle database environment.

• 3+ years’ experience with cloud-based database solutions

• 3+ years’ experience with Continuous Delivery and Continuous Integration (CI/CD) techniques

• 2+ years’ experience with database migration processes

The Essentials:

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills

• Strong approachable communicator in both verbal and written communication

• Proactive multitasker who feels comfortable collaborating as needed

• An adaptable demeanor when learning new tools, features, and work tactics.

• Proven ability to organize themselves and can strategically prioritize deadlines.

The salary range for this position is $95K-$105K. All positions are currently eligible for annual profit award or bonus, subject to Company results. Please apply using our ATS system by July 31, 2025 and include your resume and cover letter for consideration. Before applying for any role at Penguin Random House, we recommend you review our applicant resources page and look over our hybrid and open-to-remote guidelines on our FAQs page. Penguin Random House job postings include a good faith compensation range for each open position. The salary range listed is specific to each particular open position and takes into account various factors including the specifics of the individual role, and candidate's relevant experience and qualifications.

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, Pre-Tax and Roth 401(k), Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Life/AD&D Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Student Loan Repayment Program, Educational Assistance & generous paid time off.

Penguin Random House is the leading adult and children's publishing house in North America, the United Kingdom and many other regions around the world. In publishing the best books in every genre and subject for all ages, we are committed to quality, excellence in execution, and innovation throughout the entire publishing process: editorial, design, marketing, publicity, sales, production, and distribution. Our vibrant and diverse international community of nearly 300 publishing brands and imprints include Ballantine Bantam Dell, Berkley, Clarkson Potter, Crown, DK, Doubleday, Dutton, Grosset & Dunlap, Little Golden Books, Knopf, Modern Library, Pantheon, Penguin Books, Penguin Press, Penguin Random House Audio, Penguin Young Readers, Portfolio, Puffin, Putnam, Random House, Random House Children's Books, Riverhead, Ten Speed Press, Viking, and Vintage, among others. More information can be found at

Penguin Random House 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.

Company: Penguin Random House LLC Country: United States of America State/Region: New York City: New York Postal Code: 10019 Job ID: 281151

Job Description

Description:

Who Is Accuserve:

Accuserve is a Managed Repair Experience Company, unifying and humanizing the experience for people simply trying to take care of the things they treasure most. As an integrated community of claims and restoration experts, we're redefining how smart, unified, and human the experience can be to fix what matters most to people in extreme times of need. We are builders, innovators, community leaders, facilitators, connectors, dreamers, keepers, mothers, fathers, sisters, and brothers. We're human too and know what it means to take care of you and your property.

Job Summary:

The Content Creation Manager is responsible for producing visually compelling designs and crafting engaging, brand-aligned copy to support marketing efforts across digital and print channels. The ideal candidate has a sharp eye for design, a way with words, and a passion for storytelling that drives engagement and action.

General Responsibilities:

Graphic Design

• Design a variety of marketing collateral including brochures, flyers, digital ads, email templates, social media graphics, infographics, and presentations.
• Ensure all visual content adheres to brand guidelines and maintains consistency across platforms and campaigns.
• Collaborate with marketing, product, and sales teams to conceptualize and execute visuals for promotions, campaigns, and product launches.
• Prepare final artwork for both print and digital production, ensuring proper formatting, resolution, and quality assurance.

Copywriting

• Write compelling, clear, and engaging copy for a variety of channels including social media, email campaigns, landing pages, websites, newsletters, advertisements, and press releases.
• Develop messaging for new products and services that resonates with target audiences and supports business objectives.
• Edit and proofread content for accuracy, clarity, and consistency with brand voice and tone.
• Partner closely with design and marketing teams to ensure cohesive storytelling across all customer touchpoints.
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Marketing, Communications, or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience required 2+ years of experience in graphic design and/or marketing copywriting roles.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
• Familiarity with Canva, Figma, or similar collaborative design tools.
• Experience with email marketing platforms (e.g., Mailchimp, Klaviyo) and CMS tools (e.g., WordPress).
• Working knowledge of SEO best practices and content marketing strategies.
• Experience with UI/UX tools like Sketch or Figma a plus
• Basic knowledge of HTML/CSS is a plus.
• Understanding of data-driven marketing or performance metrics.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and time management skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to problem-solving and use critical thinking
• Ability to handle conflict in a professional and courteous manner
• Work with peers and all departments for the common goals of the organization
• Must be flexible and adapt to most any situation
• Ability to utilize technology devices, software and application, previous experience with Microsoft Office Suites and basic computer skills required
• Reliable high speed home broadband internet connection with minimum 25 meg download and 10 meg upload speeds and ability to connect to home internet via ethernet cord is required if working remotely
• Ability to travel up to 25%

Accuserve’s Human Centric Value Proposition:

Accuserve is built on a foundation of community, fostering valuable connections, and creating an innovative approach to help you navigate the insurance landscape. Built on culture, grounded in compassion.

Accuserve Values:

Communicating and Connecting, Doing the Right Thing, Compassionately Serve, courageously making an Impact and Staying Curious.

• Create engaging digital content such as videos and other forms of multimedia.
• Shoot and edit high-quality videos for various projects, including games, training sessions, and other Chicago Union events.
• Conceptualize video features for the Chicago Union digital channels.
• Collaborate with other team members to ensure that the content aligns with the overall goals of the brand.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and best practices in digital content creation.
• Archive and organize all footage and material.
• Create and curate a unique and engaging "story" that compels people to interact with the brand, and ultimately purchase merchandise or attend events hosted by the Union.
• Must live in or able to reliably commute to Evanston/Chicago for team activities and individual player content capture.
• Other duties as assigned to support the Creative Department.

• Planning, generating, and publishing relevant, original content daily
• Creating editorial calendar and posting schedule - including short term posts like Instagram Stories and Snapchat
• Participating in live videos
• Overseeing design of digital assets to ensure that they are consistent with brand positioning and company values
• Controlling community management - monitoring, reposting, responding to online comments and reviews, etc.
• Building, testing, and optimizing paid social media campaigns

• Developing sponsorship procurement videos and other materials
• Attending and representing the Union brand at team and trade events (as needed)
• Participating in weekly marketing meetings

• Experience creating sports social content for platforms including Facebook, Instagram, Twitter/X, BlueSky, TikTok, YouTube, and LinkedIn
• Ability to create fun content with the players
• Experience creating a wide variety of content for social media and beyond
• Excellent communication skills
• Must be self-motivated, detail oriented, and have a sense of accountability
• Must have reliable transportation and a valid driver's license
• Must reside in the Chicagoland area and be able to attend all Union home games and weekly practices.
• Ability to commit to March - August

1. Why do you want to work for the Chicago Union?
2. When are you available to start working?
3. What city do you live in? If Chicago, what neighborhood/zip code?
4. Please provide a link to your portfolio, social media account(s) you've managed, or samples of your work.