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Mercer Advisors

Manager, Web Operations & Personalization

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Content Management & Publishing * Own day-to-day content management and publishing operations across the WordPress website and supporting microsites. * Coordinate and execute a high volume of daily ...

Springernature

Associate Publisher

Milano, TX · Hybrid

Publishing operations: Ensure accurate data management, monitor workflows, and support ethical publishing in line with COPE guidelines * Representation: Attend conferences and represent Springer ...

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How much do publishing operations jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for publishing operations in the United States is $19.82, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $22.36 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Publishing Operations professional, and why are they important?

To thrive in Publishing Operations, you need strong project management, organizational, and analytical skills, often supported by a degree in publishing, communications, or a related field. Familiarity with content management systems (CMS), digital publishing platforms, and workflow automation tools is typically required. Attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication are standout soft skills for coordinating teams and ensuring quality. These skills are crucial to efficiently manage publishing schedules, maintain accuracy, and deliver content on time in a fast-paced environment.

What are some common challenges faced in a Publishing Operations role, and how can they be addressed?

A key challenge in Publishing Operations is coordinating between multiple teams—such as editorial, production, and marketing—to ensure smooth workflow and timely publication. Meeting tight deadlines while maintaining quality standards often requires strong organizational skills and proactive problem-solving. Additionally, adapting to rapidly evolving digital publishing technologies can be demanding, but ongoing training and collaboration help keep processes efficient. Building clear communication channels and regularly reviewing procedures can greatly improve outcomes.

What are Publishing Operations?

Publishing Operations refers to the processes and teams responsible for managing the production, distribution, and delivery of content in publishing companies. This includes coordinating editorial workflows, overseeing printing or digital publication, managing schedules, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Professionals in this area work to streamline operations, optimize workflow efficiency, and support the successful release of books, articles, or other media. They often collaborate with editorial, marketing, and sales teams to ensure content reaches audiences smoothly and on time.

What is the difference between Publishing Operations vs Editorial Assistant?

AspectPublishing OperationsEditorial Assistant
Required CredentialsTypically a bachelor's degree in publishing, communications, or related fieldUsually a bachelor's degree in English, journalism, or related field
Work EnvironmentPublishing houses, print and digital media companies, publishing departmentsEditorial offices, publishing houses, media companies
Employer & Industry UsageUsed across publishing industry for managing production workflowsCommonly used in editorial departments for supporting content creation

Publishing Operations focuses on managing the production, workflow, and logistics of publishing projects, ensuring timely delivery. Editorial Assistants support content development, editing, and research tasks. While both roles are integral to publishing, Publishing Operations handles the process management, whereas Editorial Assistants focus on content support and editing tasks.

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Infographic showing various Publishing Operations job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 95% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $41,222 per year, or $19.8 per hour.
Publishing Operations Lead, Riot Ecosystem Product

Publishing Operations Lead, Riot Ecosystem Product

Riot Games

Los Angeles, CA • On-site

$251.10K - $262.90K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 13 days ago

Job description

Riot Ecosystem Product unlocks opportunities and drives collaboration across Riot's technical services, games, community, and esports teams. We prototype new capabilities and lead cross-functional strategies that support player-facing products across client, web, and mobile platforms from early concept through execution. By balancing game-specific needs with a Riot-wide perspective, we build scalable solutions that enable all games and experiences to thrive.
As the Operations Lead for Riot Ecosystem Product, you will report to the Business Operations Director of Riot Ecosystem Publishing and partner closely with the Publishing Products leadership. In this role, you will serve as the operational backbone of Riot Ecosystem Product, transforming strategic ambition into disciplined execution. By designing scalable systems, aligning cross-functional stakeholders, and driving visibility into performance and risk, you will enable the organization to deliver high-quality outcomes at scale.
You will drive impact through influence and cross-functional partnership, building scalable processes and collaborating with operations producers, and product leaders across Riot to design, align, and implement solutions at scale.
Responsibilities:
  • Partner with senior leaders to shape and evolve Riot Ecosystem Product's operational strategy.
  • Translate strategic vision into clear operational frameworks, measurable success metrics, and actionable implementation plans.
  • Drive cross-functional alignment by ensuring collaborating teams operate against shared priorities, governance, and operating models.
  • Lead high-impact, multi-team operational programs, including scoping, sequencing, governance, and stakeholder alignment.
  • Establish and manage intake, prioritization, and capacity planning processes, ensuring clear visibility into workload, progress, risks, and tradeoffs.
  • Own dashboards, KPI frameworks, and operational reporting to inform executive decision-making.
  • Support annual and quarterly planning cycles, including resource forecasting and budget alignment.
  • Develop and execute staffing plans, support hiring, and manage temporary workforce needs.
  • Evaluate, implement, and manage tools that enhance operational effectiveness.
  • Drive proactive risk management by identifying issues early and recommending mitigation strategies.
  • Lead stakeholder communications to ensure clarity, transparency, and alignment.
  • Operationalize learnings and continuously improve team processes, systems, and standards.
  • Support onboarding and training for new processes, tools, and operational practices.

Required Qualifications:
  • 6-8+ years of experience in an operations leadership role.
  • 4+ years of direct experience partnering with development teams in an operational capacity.
  • Hands-on experience with Jira or equivalent project management tools is a must.

Desired Qualifications:
  • Experience working within Publishing organizations is a plus.
  • Experience leading through influence or managing matrixed teams.
  • Comfort navigating ambiguity and operating with autonomy to drive towards solutions.

For this role, you'll find success through craft expertise, a collaborative spirit, and decision-making that prioritizes the delight of players. We will be looking at your past studies, experience, and your personal relationship with games. If you embody player empathy and care about players' experiences, this could be your role!
Our Perks:
Riot focuses on work/life balance, shown by our open paid time off policy and other perks such as flexible work schedules. We offer medical, dental, and life insurance, parental leave for you, your spouse/domestic partner, and children, and a 401k with company match. Check out our benefits pages for more information.
At Riot Games, we put players first . That mission drives every decision in our quest to create games and experiences that make it better to be a player. Whether you're working directly on a new player-facing experience or you're supporting the company as a whole, everyone at Riot is part of our mission. And just like in our games, we're better when we work together. Our goal is to create collaborative teams where you are empowered to bring your unique perspective everyday. If that sounds like the kind of place you want to work, we're looking forward to your application.
It's our policy to provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and members of Riot Games, Inc. Riot Games makes reasonable accommodations for handicapped and disabled Rioters and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, handicap, veteran status, marital status, criminal history, or any other category protected by applicable federal and state law. We consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state and local law, including the California Fair Chance Act, the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the Washington Fair Chance Act.
Per the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the following core duties may create a basis for disqualifying candidates with relevant criminal histories:
  • Safeguarding confidential and sensitive Company data
  • Communication with others, including Rioters and third parties such as vendors, and/or players, including minors
  • Accessing Company assets, secure digital systems, and networks
  • Ensuring a safe interactive environment for players and other Rioters

These duties are directly related to essential operations, safety, trust, and compliance obligations within our organization. Please note that job duties may evolve based on business needs and additional responsibilities may be assigned as necessary to maintain operational efficiency and security.
  • (Los Angeles Only) Base salary range between $133,700.00 - $188,000.00 USD + incentive compensation + equity + 401K with company match + medical, dental, vision, and life insurance + short and long-term disability + open PTO.
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Riot Games was founded in 2006 by Brandon Beck and Marc Merrill with the intent to change the way video games are made and supported for players. In 2009, Riot released its debut title League of Legends to worldwide acclaim. The game has since gone on to become the most played PC game in the world and a key driver of the explosive growth of esports. Players are the foundation of our community and it's for them we continue to evolve and improve the League of Legends experience.

Industry

Computer and electronic product manufacturing

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Los Angeles, CA, US

Year founded

2006

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