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Working in Publishing:

OR A Fact Sheet for English Majors Looking for an Artsy Job

Want to put your creative skills as an English major to use in the industry that
makes it all happen? Books, I mean. Think of all the stories you’ve read,
analyzed, and loved; or the ones that evoked some genuine disgust or fright from
deep within you. Love them or fear them, the stories coming to mind are the ones
that made you feel something real. If you would like to be a part of that—readers
feeling something real—become a part of the well-oiled machine that is the
publishing industry.

There are tales of the digital age shrinking print publishing into nonexistence.
Truth is, as the figure below shows, the experience of reading a physical copy of
a novel is still favored over the convenience of reading an eBook.
Are the ones in the trenches. They are the first ones to dive into the fabled slush
pile to find the golden manuscripts the head editors want to see. This is also a
starting position, so it’s a good way to get a foot in the door. Other responsibilities
can include: Pitching an aspiring author’s manuscript, proofreading manuscripts,
and setting up meetings between author and editor.

Average pay is $15.37 an hour

Are the unsung heroes of the book industry. Behind every successful writer is a
seasoned editor. They work directly with the authors, helping bring imaginative
works of fiction alive. Proving you have a good eye for successful manuscripts
and strong writing can eventually lead to a job as an editor.

Average pay is $50,627 a year


Are the ones who catch a potential reader’s eye. They are in charge of how the
final product will be formatted and designed. They make sure the writing, editing,
and artwork all come together to create the most pleasurable experience for
readers.

Average pay is $46,285 a year


WORKS CITED

Deahl, Rachel. “Top 8 Jobs for a Career in Book Publishing.” The Balance
Careers, The Balance Careers,
www.thebalancecareers.com/topbook-publishing-jobs-2316066.

Mumininan. “The Manuscript Slush Pile.” ABC News, Australian


Broadcasting Corporation, 10 Oct. 2016,
www.abc.net.au/news/201610-10/manuscript-slush-pile/7917782.

“PRINT VERSUS DIGITAL: THE GREAT DEBATE.” Adrenaline,


www.adrenalineagency.com/blog/print-versus-digital-great-debate/.
“Salary Comparison, Salary Survey, Search Wages.” Ecologist
Salary, www.payscale.com/.

“What Does an Editorial Assistant Do?” Mediabistro, 22 Dec. 2016,


www.mediabistro.com/climb-the-ladder/skills-expertise/what-does-
editorial-assistant-do/.

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