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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Music Publishing Coordinator

  • Burbank, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Burbank, CA
  • 4 days ago

Must-Haves: 2+ years of music publishing experience Working knowledge of music publishing administration Basic understanding of music publishing systems Familiarity with copyright protocol, performing...

Publisher Policy Specialist, Sellside Partnerships

  • Mountain View, CA
  • 12 days ago
  • Mountain View, CA
  • 12 days ago

Minimum qualifications: Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience. 4 years of experience in business development, partnerships, management consulting, or investment banking, in the...

Coordinator, Writer & Publisher Relations

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 16 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 16 days ago

What You'll Bring Preferred: You have previous relevant music administration and/or music publishing experience as well as a strong interest in emerging industry trends, services, and technologies....

Publisher Operations Manager- TikTok Gaming TikTok 4.5 ( ) Los Angeles, CA Why you should apply for a job to TikTok : 4.5/5 in overall job satisfaction 4.5/5 in supportive management 100% say...

Publisher Development Manager Publisher Development Manager

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 16 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 16 days ago

Publisher Development Manager TikTok 4.5 ( ) Los Angeles, CA Why you should apply for a job to TikTok : 4.5/5 in overall job satisfaction 4.5/5 in supportive management 100% say women are treated...

Director, Editorial Strategy and Lead Writer

  • Redwood City, CA
  • 16 days ago
  • Redwood City, CA
  • 16 days ago

What You'll Do Strategic Content Creation Produce compelling web stories/blogs, thought-provoking perspective pieces, insightful white papers and other long-form content that covers the purpose, people...

Director of Publishing Content and Community Strategy - VALORANT

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 18 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 18 days ago

Partner with devs, producers, and publishing leads to ensure we're showing up consistently and impactfully to players....

News Producer, KFSN-TV

  • Fresno, CA
  • 21 days ago
  • Fresno, CA
  • 21 days ago

Date Posted August 03, 2025 Industry Television Specialty Local News Job Status Full-time Salary Not Specified Description: KFSN-TV/ABC30 Action News, the ABC Owned Television Station in...

News Producer

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 26 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 26 days ago

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY Fox TV StationsFOX Television Stations owns and operates 29 full power broadcast television stations in the U.S. These include stations located in 14 of the top 15 largest...

Publisher Intelligence Analyst, Global Partnerships

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 26 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 26 days ago

Intelligence team, you will enable Sellside Monetization leadership in the Americas to analyze past and future performance, draw actionable insights and make strategic decisions, while supporting publishing...

Lead News Producer / Reporter

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 30+ days ago

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY FOX EntertainmentWith a legacy spanning more than 35 years, FOX Entertainment is one of the worlds most recognizable media brands and a prolific content producer across its...

Product Manager, Publisher Monetization Platform

  • Mountain View, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Mountain View, CA
  • 30+ days ago

About NewsBreak NewsBreak is redefining the way users interact with local news and their communities. By bridging local users, local content creators, and local businesses, our mission is to...

Local News Producer

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 45+ days ago

KCRA 3, the NBC affiliate in Sacramento, CA, has an opening for a Local News Producer who knows how to create meaningful and memorable newscasts. You have creative vision and have experience...

Insomniac Music Group - Publishing Coordinator

  • Calabasas, CA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Calabasas, CA
  • 60+ days ago

This position reports to the Publishing Manager, Insomniac Music Group. This is not a remote position....

Assoc Scientific Publications Director

  • Alameda, CA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Alameda, CA
  • 90+ days ago

SUMMARY/JOB PURPOSE: Scientific Publications is a group within Medical Affairs with responsibility for development of scientific publications and publication planning. The Associate Scientific...

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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
57.9%
Master's Degree
27.6%
Doctorate Degree
5.3%
Associate's Degree
4.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.2%
High School or GED
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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