Jennifer Garza
About Jennifer Garza
Jennifer Garza is the Publicity Director at Penguin Random House with over 15 years of experience in the publishing industry.
Current Role at Penguin Random House
Jennifer Garza serves as the Publicity Director at Penguin Random House. She has taken on critical responsibilities in planning, organizing, and executing publicity campaigns for the company's diverse range of publications. Her role involves collaborating with authors, coordinating with media and press, and ensuring successful book launches. With an extensive background in the publishing industry, Jennifer brings a wealth of experience and a strategic vision to her current position.
Previous Roles in Publishing
Jennifer Garza has amassed considerable experience across several prestigious publications. She worked at Random House in various capacities including Senior Publicity Manager and Publicist, with her initial tenure beginning in 2004 and her current role as Publicity Director starting in 2018. Additionally, Jennifer held the position of Publicity Manager at Simon and Schuster for seven months from 2012 to 2013, and at Finn Partners for a year from 2011 to 2012. Across these roles, she demonstrated her skills in crafting compelling publicity strategies and managing author relations.
Role at Savannah College of Art and Design
Before her extensive work in the publishing industry, Jennifer Garza served as the Assistant Director of Media Relations at the Savannah College of Art and Design. She held this role from 2007 to 2011, a span of four years. In this position, she was tasked with enhancing the media presence of the institution, handling internal and external communications, and managing media inquiries. Her work contributed significantly to the media strategy and public relations of the college.
Educational Background
Jennifer Garza is a graduate of The University of Georgia, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Advertising. She completed her studies from 1996 to 2000. Her academic background laid the foundation for her career in media and publicity. Additionally, Jennifer attended Roswell High School before pursuing higher education. Her educational achievements have provided a solid grounding in communication and advertising principles that she has applied throughout her professional life.
Experience in Publicity Management
With over 15 years of experience in the publishing and media industry, Jennifer Garza has cultivated a robust expertise in publicity management. Her roles have spanned multiple prominent organizations, including positions as Publicity Manager at Simon and Schuster, Finn Partners, and as a Publicist at Random House. Throughout her career, Jennifer has been recognized for her strategic and effective publicity campaigns, author relations, and media coordination, making significant contributions to each organization she has been a part of.