Publisher Jobs

Editor/Senior Editor, Quadrille

We’re looking for an enthusiastic and highly organised Editor / Senior Editor with a passion for craft and creativity to join our illustrated publishing team at Quadrille. Quadrille has an internationally respected craft list, publishing b...

London Penguin Random House ref: (Ref_29254) 5 days ago

Job Sector	Publisher
Job Type	Editorial
Employment Type	Full-time Hybrid Permanent
Salary and Benefits	Circa £33,000 to £43,000 dependent on how your skills and experience align to the role, plus bonus and benefits
Skills	Strong editorial or project-editing experience, including hands-on experience working on practical craft titles from manuscript through to publication; A genuine passion for craft, with strong knowledge of the market and wider craft community, including makers, brands and social-media communities, and a keen eye for emerging trends, talent and opportunities; Confidence using Adobe InDesign as part of the editorial process; Excellent organisational and project-management skills, with the ability to manage schedules, budgets, competing priorities and deadlines; Strong attention to detail and excellent written and verbal communication skills; Creative initiative and confidence, with the ability to contribute ideas while working collaboratively towards an established.

Senior Designer, Vintage ( 12-month-FTC)

At Vintage, we are dedicated to bold publishing. Our books encourage all sorts of readers all over the world to think differently in big and small ways. We make a book the best of its kind, with publishing expertise and world-class design. ...

London Penguin Random House ref: (Ref_29253) 5 days ago

Job Sector	Publisher
Job Type	Design
Employment Type	Contract Full-time
Salary and Benefits	£35,000 - £40,000, dependent on how your skills and experience align to the role, plus bonus and benefits
Skills	A proven track record of producing outstanding book design across a broad range of styles; Excellent typographic and layout skills, with a strong creative eye and a highly polished portfolio; Strong proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly InDesign and Photoshop; A deep understanding of print processes, production considerations and how to balance creative ambition with budget and schedule constraints; Experience commissioning illustrators, photographers, stylists and external creatives; Confident communication skills with the ability to present ideas clearly, collaborate effectively and engage with stakeholders across all levels; Strong project-management skills with the ability to prioritise, problem-solve and meet deadlines; Commercial awareness and a clear understanding of the publishing market; Flexibility, resilience and a proactive, solutions-focused approach to creative challenges; An interest in sustainability and a commitment to thoughtful, responsible design choices.

Publicist

Think Selection has been asked exclusively by a leading independent London-based publisher to recruit a Publicist to promote an exciting range of graphic novels, manga, and comic brands across the UK and US. As Publicist, you’ll handle publ...

London, Greater London Think Selection ref: (Ref_27604) 6 days ago

Job Sector	Publisher
Job Type	Publicity
Salary and Benefits	£30k

English Language Rights Assistant/Executive

English Language Rights Assistant/Executive Are you an enthusiastic book lover who is looking to grow their sales experience in publishing? We are looking to appoint either a Rights Assistant or Executive to join our English Language Co-edi...

London Quarto Publishing ref: (Ref_29249) 8 days ago

Job Sector	Publisher
Job Type	Foreign Rights & Permissions
Employment Type	Full-time
Salary and Benefits	From £25,500 (depending on experience and the level appointed at)

Production Manager

Think Selection is recruiting a Production Manager on behalf of a long-established publishing company. This is a highly hands-on production role requiring strong technical pre-press experience, with a particular focus on day-to-day file man...

London, Greater London Think Selection ref: (Ref_29212) 9 days ago

Job Sector	Publisher
Job Type	Production
Employment Type	Full-time Permanent
Salary and Benefits	Competitive
Skills	Pre-press

Marketing Manager, HarperNonFiction

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the multi award-winning HarperNonFiction marcomms team as a Marketing Manager. HarperNonFiction is one of the UK’s leading entertainment and lifestyle publishers, home to some of the biggest names ...

London, Greater London HarperCollins ref: (Ref_29245) 10 days ago

Job Sector	Publisher
Job Type	Management Marketing
Employment Type	Full-time Hybrid
Salary and Benefits	£36,000 - £41,000
Skills	Proven experience delivering ambitious, audience-focused marketing campaigns with clear commercial impact; Strong creative instincts and a track record of developing standout campaign ideas; Deep understanding of digital marketing, social platforms, audience engagement and contemporary media culture; Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with confidence working across multiple stakeholders and creative personalities; Commercially aware, analytical and comfortable using data and insight to inform decisions; Highly organised, proactive and able to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment; Experience in publishing is welcome but not essential; we are also interested in candidates from entertainment, media, podcasting, talent, consumer brands or other creative industries; Passionate about storytelling, culture and the role that books play within wider entertainment and media conversation Curious about emerging trends, platforms and campaign formats, with an entrepreneurial approach to marketing; Collaborative, generous and excited to contribute to a creative, ambitious and supportive team culture.

Commercial Sales Analyst

Think Selection is delighted to be recruiting a Commercial Sales Analyst for a successful book distribution company. This is a newly created position offering an excellent opportunity to join the commercial team in an analytical, customer-f...

Greater London Think Selection ref: (Ref_29171) 10 days ago

Job Sector	Bookselling Publisher Trade
Job Type	Analytics Book Buying & Selling Data Operations Product Management Sales
Employment Type	Full-time
Salary and Benefits	Up to £40k

Online Key Account Manager

About Walker Books Walker Books UK is part of the vibrant international Group that includes Candlewick Press, Holiday House and Peachtree in the USA and Walker Books Australia. Renowned for its truly original publishing and outstanding qu...

Vauxhall, London Walker Books ref: (Ref_29243) 10 days ago

Job Sector	Publisher
Job Type	Sales
Employment Type	Full-time Hybrid Permanent
Skills	Proven track record in online/digital or key account sales, ideally including direct experience of managing Amazon; Experience negotiating trading terms, promotional investment and merchandising positions with major retail partners; A track record of building business cases and influencing senior stakeholders; Strong commercial and analytical skills, with the confidence to translate sales data into strategy and back a recommendation with evidence; Sound understanding of online retailing: promotional mechanics, pricing structures, sales patterns and metadata/SEO principles; Confident, credible negotiator, comfortable representing Walker externally with senior retail contacts; Strong Excel skills; working knowledge of BookScan and Amazon Vendor Central is a strong advantage; Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills across editorial, campaigns and Group companies; Highly organised, with the ability to prioritise own workload against competing deadlines.

Senior Marketing Executive, Vintage

At Vintage, we are dedicated to bold publishing. Our books encourage all sorts of readers all over the world to think differently in big and small ways. We make a book the best of its kind, with publishing expertise and world-class design...

London Penguin Random House ref: (Ref_29242) 11 days ago

Job Sector	Publisher
Job Type	Marketing
Employment Type	Full-time Hybrid Permanent
Salary and Benefits	Circa £35,000 dependent on how your skills and experience align to the role, plus bonus and benefits.
Skills	Demonstrable experience planning and executing highly creative and sales-driving marketing campaigns, within publishing or other industries; An ability to leverage audience insights and data to inform marketing strategies; Passionate and knowledgeable about marketing, keen to pursue new opportunities and ways of reaching readers and to stay on top of book, consumer and marketing trends; An excellent eye for design and strong copywriting skills; A love of books and reading (non-fiction and classics in particular); Strong written and verbal communication skills, in person and online, with the ability to work cross-functionally and liaise with various teams; Organised, flexible and adaptable, ability to handle conflicting priorities/projects; A creative, curious, innovative and inclusive approach; Able to work effectively both in a team and independently.

Deputy Art Director, Penguin Random House Children’s

This is a rare opportunity to help build a new children's and YA imprint from the ground up. Joining at the start of an ambitious new venture, you'll combine creativity, commercial instinct and design expertise to help shape the list. Ab...

London Penguin Random House ref: (Ref_29240) 11 days ago

Job Sector	Publisher
Job Type	Design Management Production
Employment Type	Full-time Hybrid Permanent
Salary and Benefits	Circa £55,000 dependent on how your skills and experience align to the role, plus bonus and benefits.
Skills	A highly creative portfolio with significant experience in children’s publishing including highly illustrated, fiction and YA, demonstrating work on commercially successful titles and brands Proven experience developing titles from concept through to launch, supported by a strong commercial approach; Demonstrable ability to generate original creative ideas across a range of formats; A clear understanding of the commercial publishing landscape; A flexible, agile and solutions-focused approach, experience presenting and championing creative ideas, with the ability to respond positively and at pace to changing priorities; Excellent technical design skills with advanced knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite and print production processes; Proven ability to act as a trusted creative partner, working collaboratively with Editorial, Sales, Production, Marketing, PR and other key stakeholders; Strong project-management skills, with the ability to deliver accurate, high-quality work on schedule and within budget, balancing creative ambition with the time and investment available; Experience sourcing, commissioning and building effective relationships with illustrators and freelance designers; An established network of illustrators, designers and other creative suppliers; A demonstrable interest in and understanding of the children’s publishing market, including current illustrators, authors, brands and visual trends.