Publishing Manager Jobs in California

A Publishing Manager plays a crucial role in the publishing industry by overseeing and coordinating the publication process from the inception of a manuscript to its final distribution. They manage the budget, maintain schedules, liaise with authors, and coordinate with other departments such as sales, marketing, and design to ensure the successful publication of a book. They also monitor market trends to identify potential opportunities and make strategic decisions about what content to publish.

To be successful in this role, a Publishing Manager should have strong leadership, project management, and communication skills. They should also be detail-oriented and have a good understanding of the publishing process. Having certification in Publishing or a related field is beneficial, but not always required. Some job roles a person may have before becoming a Publishing Manager include Editorial Assistant, Copy Editor, and Production Coordinator.

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Sr. Strategic Partner Manager - 3P, APS (Amazon Publisher Services)

  • Palo Alto, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Palo Alto, CA
  • 2 days ago

Amazon Sr. Strategic Partner Manager - 3P, APS (Amazon Publisher Services) in Palo Alto , California Description Amazon Publisher Services helps digital publishers around the world build and grow...

Head of Publishing

  • Walnut Creek, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Walnut Creek, CA
  • 3 days ago

HEAD OF PUBLISHING Maximum Entertainment is a global entertainment company dedicated to crafting indie to AA video game experiences through original content and licensed partnerships.A fully...

Senior Director, Publications and Scientific Communications

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 3 days ago

About the Company Marea Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biotechnology company based in San Francisco with a growing pipeline of first-in-class therapies to address genetically validated...

News Producer [San Diego]

  • San Diego, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 5 days ago

CBS 8 (the TEGNA station in San Diego, CA) is seeking a producer to join our innovative team. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, loves news, and enjoys working on the cutting...

News Producer [Los Angeles]

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 5 days ago

FOX Television Stations owns and operates 29 full power broadcast television stations in the US These include stations located in 14 of the top 15 largest designated market areas, or DMAs, and...

Romance publisher seeks beta readers and contributors for publication

  • Lake Arrowhead, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Lake Arrowhead, CA
  • 6 days ago

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Romance publisher seeks beta readers and contributors for publication

  • San Bernardino, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • San Bernardino, CA
  • 6 days ago

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Romance publisher seeks beta readers and contributors for publication

  • Rimforest, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Rimforest, CA
  • 6 days ago

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Romance publisher seeks beta readers and contributors for publication

  • Thousand Oaks, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Thousand Oaks, CA
  • 6 days ago

un Romance publisher seeks beta readers and contributors for publication (Ventura, Ca) image 1 of 1 compensation: Possible pay depending on project qualifications Do you enjoy reading hot...

Class Tactical Publication Manager

  • San Diego, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 7 days ago

Sayres is seeking a Class Tactical Publication Manager in San Diego, Ca with active SECRET security clearance, verifiable in DISS. Responsibilities Review, evaluate, edit, update, and develop...

Senior News Producer

  • Thousand Palms, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • Thousand Palms, CA
  • 7 days ago

KESQ News Channel 3 is seeking a smart producer to join our talented team. We're looking for someone who has all the important and necessary traits: a team player with attention to detail,...

Weekend Morning News Producer

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 9 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 9 days ago

KRON4, the Bay Area's Local News Station, is looking for a weekend morning news producer to join our team. We are looking for a producer who knows how to showcase the big story and can quickly...

View transcript DESCRIPTION Amazon Publisher Services (APS) helps digital publishers around the world build and grow thriving businesses. We provide services and advanced technologies to web,...

Platform Publisher IV

  • Cupertino, CA
  • 10 days ago
  • Cupertino, CA
  • 10 days ago

Platform Publisher IV Job Description Job Title: Platform Publisher IV / Interactive Content Publisher Location: Cupertino, CA 95014 (Hybrid - Tuesday-Thursday onsite) Duration: 12 Months Required...

Software Dev Engineer, Amazon Publisher Monetization

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 10 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 10 days ago

Amazon Software Dev Engineer, Amazon Publisher Monetization in San Francisco , California Description Do you want to solve business challenges through innovative technology? Do you enjoy working...

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Publishing Manager Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Publishing Manager Jobs in California

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHirePublishing research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Publishing Managers in California offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
57.8%
Master's Degree
27.6%
Doctorate Degree
5.4%
Associate's Degree
4.1%
High School or GED
2.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.1%
Some College
0.8%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Publishing Managers in California
Less than 1 year
31.8%
2-4 years
20.7%
1-2 years
16.2%
None
14.1%
8-10 years
7.6%
6-8 years
7.6%
4-6 years
2.0%


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