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Media Sales Representative

Amherst, MA · On-site

$74K - $90K/yr

Today, BVM publishes over 1,300 local magazines and reaches billions of digital impressions across ... management. * Scale: Leverage our proven training and time-tested sales system to grow your own ...

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Media Sales Representative

Belchertown, MA · On-site

$77K - $94K/yr

Today, BVM publishes over 1,300 local magazines and reaches billions of digital impressions across ... management. * Scale: Leverage our proven training and time-tested sales system to grow your own ...

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Media Sales Representative

Granby, CT · On-site

$77K - $94K/yr

Today, BVM publishes over 1,300 local magazines and reaches billions of digital impressions across ... management. * Scale: Leverage our proven training and time-tested sales system to grow your own ...

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How much do publisher development manager jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for publisher development manager in Ludlow, MA is $44.54, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $34.81 and $56.30 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a publisher development manager?

Publisher Development Managers are professionals responsible for building and maintaining relationships with publishers, often within the digital advertising or media industry. Their primary role involves identifying new publisher partners, negotiating deals, optimizing revenue opportunities, and ensuring that publishers’ needs are met. They act as a bridge between publishers and the company, helping both parties achieve their business objectives through collaboration and strategic planning. This role requires strong communication, analytical, and negotiation skills, as well as a deep understanding of digital media trends.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a publisher development manager?

To thrive as a Publisher Development Manager, you need strong sales acumen, analytical skills, and a solid understanding of digital advertising, often supported by a bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, or a related field. Familiarity with ad tech platforms, programmatic systems, and CRM tools like Salesforce is typically required. Exceptional relationship-building, negotiation, and communication skills help you stand out in this role. These abilities are vital for building profitable partnerships, optimizing revenue streams, and navigating the fast-evolving digital media landscape.

How does a publisher development manager typically collaborate with sales and product teams to achieve business objectives?

A Publisher Development Manager frequently works cross-functionally with sales and product teams to align publisher acquisition and retention strategies with broader company goals. They provide valuable market feedback to the product team, ensuring that platform features meet publishers’ needs, and collaborate with sales to identify high-potential partners and create compelling value propositions. This role requires strong communication skills and the ability to balance publisher interests with organizational priorities, making teamwork and regular interdepartmental meetings a central part of the job.

What is the difference between Publisher Development Manager vs Publisher Account Executive?

AspectPublisher Development ManagerPublisher Account Executive
Primary FocusStrategic partnership development and publisher acquisitionManaging existing publisher accounts and optimizing revenue
ResponsibilitiesIdentifying new publishers, negotiating deals, expanding publisher networkMaintaining publisher relationships, troubleshooting, and performance reporting
Required SkillsBusiness development, negotiation, industry knowledgeAccount management, communication, data analysis
Work EnvironmentCollaborative, strategic planningClient-facing, operational

The Publisher Development Manager focuses on acquiring new publishers and building strategic partnerships, while the Publisher Account Executive manages existing publisher relationships to maximize revenue. Both roles require strong communication skills and industry knowledge but differ in their primary objectives and daily tasks.

What cities near Ludlow, MA are hiring for Publisher Development Manager jobs?

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Infographic showing various Publisher Development Manager job openings in Ludlow, MA as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 49% In-person, and 51% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $92,652 per year, or $44.5 per hour.

Administrative Assistant, Editorial Coordinator

Northampton, MA • On-site

Smith College
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$22.30 - $27.26/hr

Full-time

Posted 9 days ago

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Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

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Job description

If you have any questions about the position or our application process, reach out to us at recruiting-u@smith.edu.

DepartmentSociologyJob Description

Job Summary

Support the work operations of the journal Meridians: feminism, race, transnationalism Editor(s), partnering in the timely and professional production of each issue. As the Editorial Office Assistant for the journal, serve as its first point of contact with authors, reviewers and the press, representing the journal, Smith College, and the college's academic mission with professionalism and integrity.

Take appropriate actions to support a diverse workforce and participate in the College's efforts to create a respectful, inclusive, and welcoming work environment.

Essential Functions

Editorial Operations (50%):

  • Assist the Meridians Editor and the Administrative Manager in the publication of the journal.
  • Coordinate workflow and communication between contributors, editor, guest editors, editorial board, and publisher.
  • Coordinate all aspects of the submissions and publication process including intake, peer reviewer assignments, dispositions, auditing of Scholar One, issue content development and management, copy-editing, proof-reading, fact-checking, and copyright agreements, to ensure excellence in the quality of the publication and a high degree of professionalism in its operations.
  • Respond to inquiries and provide general information for publishers, editorial board, guest editors, reviewers, and contributors.
  • Perform related tasks as needed.

Communication (20%):

  • Support the Meridians Editor and the Administrative Manager of the Editorial Office in sustaining the flow and quality of double-anonymized peer review, timely dispositions, issue content development, issue marketing and branding, as well as communication and collaboration with the publisher.
  • Office-based communications, including dissemination of event notices across multiple platforms; serve as webmaster for the Meridians website, overseeing production of publicity and recruitment materials, including graphic design of event flyers and posters.
  • Oversee the production, copyediting, and proofreading of monthly Meridians newsletter and social media content.
  • Partner with other campus departments and offices in intercampus and alumnae communications.

Administrative Support (20%):

Support the Meridians Administrative Manager in the day-to-day operations and coordination of workflow of the Meridians Project, including:

  • Coordination of space use, including scheduling, general maintenance, catering, set up for events, and external booking requests through 25Live.
  • Hiring, training and supervising student workers as needed, including facilitation of weekly student intern meetings, in coordination with the Administrative Manager, ensuring that events are appropriately scheduled in the shared calendar, and taking notes of items presented and decided at each meeting.
  • Providing coordination and administrative support for programs, events, and workshops of the Meridians Project.
  • Coordination with other departments and programs on campus as appropriate and assist with college-wide events as necessary.
  • Provide executive assistant support to the Editor as needed: arrange meetings, coordinate calendars, campus space, take minutes of meetings as needed; support photocopying, printing or other document publication needs for meetings; assist with provision of technical support, including supplies, equipment, and set up for events and online programming.

Other Duties as Assigned (10%):

  • Projects that support the overall direction of the journal and its integration with the college.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by management.

MINIMUM REQUIRED Qualifications:

  • BA - Fields: WGSS, Area Studies, Race & Ethnicity, Cultural Studies, or similar
  • Minimum of 2 years experience in publishing and/or academia
  • Areas: Operational and transactional experience within an academic or intellectual enterprise.
  • Experience with budget management and communications via print, web and social media.
  • Minimum two years working with undergraduates and faculty to support their learning, teaching, and/or research preferred.

Knowledge of:

  • Editorial Content Management Systems, preferably ScholarOne; Google Suite; Microsoft Suite; Wordpress or similar; Canva; Mailchimp; Zoom/webinar platforms; social media platforms

Skills:

  • Excellent time management and attention to detail required

Preferred Qualifications:

  • MA/MFA/pursuing Ph.D. - Fields: WGSS, Area Studies, Race & Ethnicity, Cultural Studies, or similar

Knowledge of:

  • Languages beyond English

Skills:

  • Google Suite, Microsoft Suite, ScholarOne CMS or equivalent, Wordpress, Mailchimp, Canva
CompensationIn addition to a competitive benefits package, pay for this role is typically between $22.30 - $27.26 hourly covering the middle half of market compensation. Actual compensation will vary based on individual qualifications.

Position Type

Regular

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October 5, 2026About Smith College

Located in Northampton, MA, Smith College is one of the largest women's colleges in the country and is dedicated to excellence in teaching and research across the liberal arts. A faculty of outstanding scholars interact with students in small classes, as advisors, and through student-faculty research projects. The College is a member of the Five College Consortium with Amherst, Hampshire and Mt. Holyoke Colleges, and the University of Massachusetts Amherst.Students cross-enroll and faculty cross-teach across the Five Colleges.

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Massachusetts General Law, Chapter 151B, it is the policy of Smith College to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact our recruiting team at recruiting-u@smith.edu.

As set forth in our mission and values, Smith College is committed to promoting a culture of equity and inclusion among students, staff and faculty. The College will not discriminate in employment on the basis of age, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, genetic information, age, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or any other classification protected by law. Smith College is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all state and federal laws that prohibit discrimination.

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