Mari Yamazaki
About Mari Yamazaki
Mari Yamazaki is the Publicity Director at Vintage, Penguin Random House, with extensive experience in the publishing industry since 2007.
Current Role at Vintage, Penguin Random House
Mari Yamazaki serves as the Publicity Director at Vintage, Penguin Random House. In this role, she oversees publicity for the Chatto & Windus, Square Peg, and Hogarth imprints. Her responsibilities include managing publicity campaigns for a wide range of both fiction and non-fiction titles, leveraging her extensive experience in the publishing industry to deliver effective promotional strategies.
Previous Roles in the Publishing Industry
Mari Yamazaki has held several roles within the publishing industry, beginning her career as a Publicity Assistant at Penguin Group in 2007. She then ascended to the role of Press Officer from 2008 to 2011. Following this, she worked as a Publicity Manager from 2011 to 2015 and as a Senior Campaigns Manager (maternity cover) in 2014 for 9 months in London, United Kingdom. She also served as a Publicity Manager at Vintage, Penguin Random House from 2015 to 2016.
Education and Academic Background
Mari Yamazaki studied at King's College London from 2003 to 2006, obtaining a degree in English Literature and Film Studies with a 2:1 classification. Her education has provided a strong foundation for her career in the publishing industry, equipping her with critical analytical skills and a deep understanding of literature and film.
Freelance Services in Writing and PR
In addition to her primary role, Mari Yamazaki offers freelance services in writing, copywriting, proofreading, PR, and digital marketing. Her clients have included notable organizations such as the National Portrait Gallery, Wellcome Collection, Penguin Classics, and Vintage. Her freelance work showcases her versatility and broad skill set within the realm of communications and marketing.
Campaigns and Publications at Vintage, Penguin Random House
At Vintage, Penguin Random House, Mari Yamazaki has been involved in various publicity campaigns for both fiction and non-fiction titles. Her expertise in crafting targeted promotional strategies and her ability to drive awareness and engagement for published works has been a significant asset to the company.