The LPG is seeking a full-time (35 hours per week) Engagement Manager. This position is for a publishing professional interested in supporting independent Canadian literary publishers. The ideal candidate will be creative, curious, and well organized, and they will have a passion for reading and literary publishing.
Summary of Responsibilities
The Engagement Manager supports member success, internal and external communications, and collaborative teamwork, including some administrative tasks. The combination of duties will vary depending on the projects assigned.
Member Engagement
- Plan and execute professional development (PD) programming, including webinars, seminars, conference speakers, and mentorships on a variety of topics relevant to literary publishing.
- Compile and distribute the LPG’s newsletters for members and industry stakeholders, as well as website and catalogue content.
Communications:
- Support member communications
- Support LPG social media accounts (Facebook, Bluesky, Instagram).
- Liaise with partner organizations and represent the LPG at events and meetings.
Advertising Project
- Manage all aspects of this project, which facilitates group and individual ad placements for members’ titles. Track and manage the subsidy provided to members. Design group ads and some individual ads.
Collective Export Project/US Book Sales
- Assist with the LPG’s collective export project, which includes supporting our activities at Frankfurt Book Fair; developing a collective rights catalogue and creative assets; and promoting LPG members’ books to foreign publishers.
- Assist with LPG exhibition at future US events (none planned for 2025).
All Lit Up (ALU)
- Contribute to ALU editorial content including newsletters and marketing campaigns.
- Contribute to site operations, e.g. merchandising, sales fulfillment, customer service, and liaising with developers.
Compensation
$45,000 – $55,000 annually, depending on experience, plus benefits
How to Apply
To apply, please fill out our application form and email your résumé and cover letter AS A SINGLE DOCUMENT (Word or PDF) to hiring [at] lpg.ca no later than Thursday, August 21, 2025 at 11:59 pm (ET). No phone calls, please. We thank all applicants and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. NOTE: Application materials must not contain AI-generated content, and if they are found to, the application will be disqualified.
The LPG embraces diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace that is free of harassment and discrimination. We have adopted a Code of Conduct to guide our interactions. We encourage applications from BIPOC, disabled, and LGBTQ2+ applicants, and others facing barriers to employment.
In accordance with Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process. Applicants should make their needs known in advance to hiring [at] lpg.ca.
