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How to Get a Job in Publishing : A Guide to Careers in the Booktrade, Magazines and Communications, Hardback Book

How to Get a Job in Publishing : A Guide to Careers in the Booktrade, Magazines and Communications Hardback

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So you’ve always dreamed of a career in publishing… but you don’t know where to start or how?

You’re holding the key in your hands!Using insider information, How to Get A Job in Publishing is the newly revised edition of the classic text for you if you are keen to work in publishing or associated industries – or if you are already in publishing and want to go further. Packed with real-life quotes, case studies and practical advice from publishing veterans, and more recent arrivals, the authors differentiate types of publishing and explain how roles and departments work together.

They discuss the pros and cons of internships and further study as well as training and lifelong learning, working internationally, networking and building your personal brand.

The book includes vital guidelines for applying for publishing roles, including sample CVs and cover letters and a glossary of industry terms, to make sure you stand out from the crowd when you apply for jobs. This thoroughly updated edition covers:The post-pandemic publishing world, changes and current controversies, the rise of e-books, Amazon, self-publishing and indie publishingThe growth in tertiary courses in Publishing Studies and internships – are they really the best way in?How to create your CV and a compelling cover letter that gets you noticedA new chapter addresses equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging, reflecting on the current state of the publishing industry, how to evaluate potential employers and how to look after yourself and others at work. Whether you are a new or soon-to-be graduate of Media and Publishing, or are just interested in a career in publishing or the creative industries, How to Get A Job in Publishing is an essential resource.

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