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
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Editor Writer Publishing Coordinator Freelance Editor Science Journalist + 2 more
BSB40820

Certificate IV in Marketing and Communication
Online
8 - 18 months
$1,250 - $4,928
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Marketing Coordinator Digital Marketing Assistant Social Media Manager
Community Engagement Officer Copywriter Brand Ambassador Public Relations Officer Content Manager Marketing Officer Marketing Assistant Presales Consultant Junior Website Designer Creative Entrepreneur Account Manager Marketer Information Officer Social Media Coordinator Email Marketing Specialist Freelance Artist Digital Media Strategist Social Media Strategist Intelligence Officer Customer Success Manager ICT Sales Assistant Multimedia Designer Social Marketer Venue Manager Student Experience Officer Event Planner Cellar Door Manager Radio Producer Design Strategist E-Commerce Manager Library Assistant Museum Assistant Librarian Gym Manager Sales Representative Telemarketer Sales Analyst Fitness Centre Manager Sales Consultant High Performance Coach Conference Manager Event Director Exhibition Manager Tour Operations Manager Reservations Manager Bakery Manager Fashion Photographer Portrait Photographer Screenplay Writer Car Salesman Pre-Press Operator Visual Merchandiser Senior Merchandiser Multimedia Writer Marketing Strategist Paid Search Manager Student Recruitment Officer Online Content Creator Campaign Manager Publishing Coordinator Event Photographer Product Photographer Arts Programmer Visual Communication Designer Information Designer Editorial Writer Creative Writer Science Communicator Business Development Consultant Global Account Manager Marketing Executive Marketing Communications Manager Marketing Consultant
+ 73 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Marketing Coordinator Digital Marketing Assistant Social Media Manager Community Engagement Officer Copywriter Brand Ambassador Public Relations Officer Content Manager Marketing Officer Marketing Assistant Presales Consultant Junior Website Designer Creative Entrepreneur Account Manager Marketer Information Officer Social Media Coordinator Email Marketing Specialist Freelance Artist Digital Media Strategist Social Media Strategist Intelligence Officer Customer Success Manager ICT Sales Assistant Multimedia Designer Social Marketer Venue Manager Student Experience Officer Event Planner Cellar Door Manager Radio Producer Design Strategist E-Commerce Manager Library Assistant Museum Assistant Librarian Gym Manager Sales Representative Telemarketer Sales Analyst Fitness Centre Manager Sales Consultant High Performance Coach Conference Manager Event Director Exhibition Manager Tour Operations Manager Reservations Manager Bakery Manager Fashion Photographer Portrait Photographer Screenplay Writer Car Salesman Pre-Press Operator Visual Merchandiser Senior Merchandiser Multimedia Writer Marketing Strategist Paid Search Manager Student Recruitment Officer Online Content Creator Campaign Manager Publishing Coordinator Event Photographer Product Photographer Arts Programmer Visual Communication Designer Information Designer Editorial Writer Creative Writer Science Communicator Business Development Consultant Global Account Manager Marketing Executive Marketing Communications Manager Marketing Consultant + 73 more
BSB30120

Certificate III in Business (Administration)
Online
12 months
$0 - $4,290
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Data Entry Operator Accounts Clerk Business Administrator
Administrative Assistant Local Government Administration Officer Cleaning Supervisor Gym Receptionist Salesforce Administrator IT Recruitment Consultant Operations Specialist Credit Controller Credit Specialist Loan Administrator Banking Officer Leasing Agent Rooms Division Manager Sponsorship Manager Senior Travel Consultant Publishing Coordinator Ticketing Coordinator Executive Director
+ 18 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
+ 10 more
  • 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 + 10 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
+ 9 more
  • 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 + 9 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
+ 8 more
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