Publishing Coordinator

A Publishing Coordinator is responsible for overseeing the production process of various publications, ensuring that projects are completed on time and to a high standard.

This role involves coordinating with authors, editors, and designers, managing schedules, and facilitating communication among team members to streamline workflows. Key duties include proofreading and editing content, preparing materials for print and digital formats, and maintaining project databases to track progress and deadlines.

Future demand Medium
Average yearly income $69,680
Skill level Advanced

How do I become a publishing coordinator?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
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CUA50118

Diploma of Professional Writing and Editing
Blended, On Campus
12 months
$0 - $15,817
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Editor Writer Publishing Coordinator
Freelance Editor Science Journalist Fiction Writer Grant Writer
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Editor Writer Publishing Coordinator Freelance Editor Science Journalist Fiction Writer Grant Writer + 4 more
CUA50720

Diploma of Graphic Design
Blended, On Campus, Online
12 - 24 months
$0 - $18,852
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Brand Designer Art Director Graphic Designer
Visual Designer UI Designer Creative Designer Signwriter Screen Printer Online Content Creator Multimedia Artist 2D Designer Motion Designer Publishing Coordinator Design Coordinator UX Developer Exhibition Designer Packaging Designer
+ 14 more

Bachelor of Communication (Journalism)
On Campus
3 years
$0 - $50,976
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Editor Journalist Presenter
Reporter Multimedia Writer Digital Editor Publishing Coordinator Media Lawyer Content Editor Music Journalist Media Advisor Content Writer Radio Broadcaster Broadcaster Fiction Writer Book Editor Editorial Assistant Foreign Correspondent News Reporter Commentator Newsreader Radio Presenter Arts Journalist Entertainment Journalist International Journalist Sports Journalist Sports Broadcaster Critic Arts Writer
+ 26 more

Bachelor of Communication and Media
Blended, On Campus
3 years
$0 - $77,280
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Communications Officer Communications Specialist Editor
Journalist Public Relations Officer Multimedia Writer Digital Producer Digital Media Manager Publishing Coordinator Television Producer Brand Strategist Political Consultant
+ 9 more
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