Publishing professional

Level

Higher

Length

2 yrs

typical

Sector

Creative and design

Pay

Paid

you earn while training

In a nutshell

Supporting key parts of the publishing process from the conception to production.

Support editors with manuscript management and author communications

Proofread and copy-edit texts to house style

Coordinate production schedules with designers and printers

Update title metadata on publishing platforms and catalogues

Help prepare marketing and publicity materials for new titles

Research rights availability and assist with licensing paperwork

The end-to-end publishing process from acquisition to distribution

Editorial skills - copy-editing, proofing, and manuscript development

How rights, licensing, and intellectual property work in publishing

Digital publishing formats, metadata, and discoverability

Marketing and audience development strategies for books or journals

Finance basics including royalties, P&Ls, and budgets

Ready to look for a place?

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