Careers in Publishing
The UK publishing industry is a dynamic and exciting one to work in.
It is at the heart of the social, cultural, educational and political life of the UK, comprising book, database and directory, information services, journal, magazine and business media, news agency and newspaper publishing in print and online.
Publishing is going through a sustained period of change and development. Audiences are demanding text, audio and video content, and the proliferation of smart phones and tablet devices is stimulating new products, services and business models.
There is an increasing need for skills in sales and marketing, technical and software, business and analytical skills as well as the ability to multi-skill.
Find out more about working in the sector using the links below.
Understanding the Publishing industry
The UK publishing industry is a diverse, dynamic and exciting one to work in and is going through a sustained period of change and development. Find out here about the different sub-sectors.
Read MoreGetting into Publishing
If you want to get into publishing, find out the answers to your burning questions here to move you closer to getting your first publishing job.
Read MorePublishing Job Profiles
Find out more about jobs in publishing to suit your skills, knowledge and experience with this wide range of profiles from across the industry.
Read MorePublishing case studies
How did they get into the industry? Who is that organisation looking for? Have a look at these case studies and find out the anwers!
Read MoreCareers
Skillset Careers can help you to identify new opportunities, find the right training and build the career you want.
Read MorePublishing career progression
Here you'll find information on the progression routes you can take in a publishing career, starting with first job roles right up to managerial positions.
Read MoreUseful links for your publishing jobs search
Information and links to useful websites, organisations and job listings for publishing jobs.
Read MoreUseful links to research the publishing industry
Useful links and suggested reading to explore the different sub-sectors of the publishing industry.
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