About Cybirdy Publishing
Cybirdy Publishing is a dynamic, independent London-based publisher founded in 2022. We create beautifully illustrated special-edition books, audiobooks, and digital titles that blend fiction, short stories, poetry, visual arts, and innovative storytelling. Our books challenge mainstream narratives, revive forgotten classics, and champion bold new voices with a focus on mind-bending, authentic, and humanely intelligent literature. We’re a small, passionate team dedicated to high-quality physical editions and expanding our global footprint. Our titles are already available online, at book fairs, and pop-up events — and we’re ready to scale.
We are looking for a talented, ambitious young at heart professional to join us as our First Marketing/Social Manager. This is a pivotal “build-from-the-ground-up” role for someone with genuine literary taste, a natural flair for sales, and a passion for beautiful books and arty scene. If you love literature, have strong interpersonal instincts, and want to play a key role in growing an independent publisher’s reach in bookshops and internationally, this is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact.
Managing Social media advertising campaigns
Build and nurture relationships with independent bookshops, coffee shops and community places, libraries, and international buyers within the book trade.
Secure new distribution partnerships and expand our presence beyond the UK (Europe, North America, and beyond).
Represent Cybirdy at book fairs, trade shows, and literary events.
Collaborate closely with editorial team, Bookcybirdy.com developer and marketing team on new releases and campaigns.
A young at heart, hungry talent with strong literary sensibility with a natural gift for selling.
Demonstrated interest in books — especially classics, poetry, fiction, and innovative storytelling.
Commercial awareness and persuasive communication skills (previous sales experience in publishing, bookselling, or a related creative field is highly valued, but exceptional natural ability matters more).
Self-motivated, organised, and comfortable working in a small, fast-moving team and artists.
Network or the potential to quickly build one in the book trade.
Willingness to travel occasionally (France, Europe, India and USA) for events and meetings.
Salary: £25,000 – £38,000 base depending on experience.
Commission: 10% on wholesale revenue generated (uncapped).
Realistic first-year OTE: £30,000 – £50,000+ for strong performers.
Flexible / hybrid working arrangement.
25–30 days holiday + bank holidays.
Generous staff discount on our books + free copies of new titles.
Opportunity to shape the growth of a passionate indie publisher and develop your career in a creative industry.
Professional development support (events, training, book fair travel).
We particularly welcome applications from candidates who see this as a chance to combine their love of literature with commercial success in a startup-style environment.
Please send your CV at alin@cybirdypublishing.co.uk and a short covering letter (max 1 page) telling us: Why you’re excited about Cybirdy Publishing, and
how your literary taste and Social media/marketing ideas would help us grow.
Send to alin@cybirdypublishing.co.uk with the subject line:
“First Sales Manager Application – [Your Name]”
Applications reviewed on a rolling basis — early applications encouraged.
Cybirdy Publishing is an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
