To help you find publishing jobs you should first decide which part of the publishing process you would like to work in. You could obtain a position as a sales representative, an editor, a marketer or maybe even a position in producing books. By deciding which area you would like to work in, you will be on the right path to finding the publishing job that fits best for you.
Having a college degree is almost essential in to help you find publishing jobs in the higher levels. If you would love to be an editor you will need to have a degree in journalism or in English. It is possible to get a jump start on your career while you are still attending school by taking an internship at a publishing company. Once you have achieved your degree, your internship could open the door for a full time publishing job at that very same company.
You may want to add some classes that will lead to a master’s degree in arts. While it is not completely necessary to take these types of courses, it will give you an advantage as you will have experience with publishing the covers of books and magazines. You will have more knowledge about the entire process of publishing than some of your competitors.
Your resume will provide prospective employers a first impression of you that you cannot take back. You should include any previous work experience in a publishing job and a list of the education that you have that applies to the field. Many people accept freelance positions at an independent publisher's office. While the company may be smaller than what you have your sights set on, you can get very valuable experience that can lead you to the higher paying, larger publishing companies.
You can find publishing jobs that will give you the experience of editing, but you may not get paid much at all for it if you do not have a degree. If you are a skilled writer you can submit articles or short stories to magazines in your quest to be published. Each time you get published you will have more experience to list on your resume and you will be more desirable to the larger book publishers.
There are many different databases online that can give you access to names of publishers and any open positions that they may have. You should send your resume along with an introduction letter that tells the prospective employer who you are and why you would be a good fit for the publishing job that they have open. Be sure to follow up with the employers after you have submitted the letter and resume. You need to stay on top of your applications. Your desire to follow up and be persistent will show the prospective employers that you are serious about your search to find publishing jobs.
