Publishing co-ordinator, Sydney

Rockpool Publishing

Rockpool Publishing is a dynamic, award-winning Australian publisher with an international outlook. Our authors hail from around the world, and we publish more than 100 titles and co-editions every year for Australian and international markets.

We’re seeking a proactive, organised and detail-oriented individual to join our Publishing team. This full-time position is an exciting opportunity to gain experience in many aspects of publishing, from acquisition through to publication and distribution, while working with people both within and outside the business.

Responsibilities include:

• Metadata management
• General administrative tasks
• Managing and reviewing manuscript submissions
• Liaising with authors, suppliers and distributors
• Co-ordinating selling material
• Market and content research
• Meeting minutes
• Assisting the Publishing team with all aspects of book production

Essential

• Excellent organisation skills and meticulous attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to plan effectively and manage changing priorities in a deadline-driven environment
• Experience in MS Word and MS Excel, and Adobe Acrobat. InDesign experience a bonus

Desirable

• A passion for books and publishing
• Editorial tertiary qualifications and/or in-house editorial/publishing assistant experience.

How to apply

To apply, email a CV and cover letter to Jude McGee via admin@rockpoolpublishing.com.au by Friday 9 May 2025.

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