About the Publishing industry
Publishing is made up of a diverse group of industries including: Books, Directories and Mailing Lists, Journals, Magazines and Business Media, Newspapers, News Agencies and other Information Services.
From the printed word to online, the occupations and roles involved are many and varied. Whether a journalist, commissioning editor, designer or an advertising executive, multimedia formats mean the industry is at an exciting time and subject to rapid change.
You can read more about the size and shape of the industry as well as the types of roles, skills and issues that it faces in the articles below.
Defining the Publishing Industry
Discover what goes on behind the scenes of this multi-billion pound industry, the different types of organisations, the different sectors, and how many people are involved.
Read MorePublishing Labour Market Intelligence Profile
Read Skillset's Publishing Labour Market Intelligence Profile which looks at the state of the UK industry, its workforce and the skills gaps and shortages affecting business.
Read MoreWho does the Publishing Industry need?
The picture is complex due to the different markets, products, business models and diverse range of occupations in each sector. Employers look for energy, passion and market awareness combined with an eye for detail.
Read MoreWhat are the main skills issues and concerns for the Publishing industry?
With the rise of non-traditional competitors, responding to changes in the market and developing new business models, a combination of world class creative and technical skills is essential.
Read MoreWho works in Publishing?
Find out what kind of people work in publishing, where they are based and how this compares with the rest of the creative media industries.
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