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Publisher

Philadelphia, PA ยท On-site

$53K - $91K/yr

Education: BA/BS degree or equivalent experience required * Experience 3+ years of print and digital publishing experience; STM publishing preferred including: * Experience with defining product ...

Publisher

Philadelphia, PA ยท On-site

$53K - $91K/yr

Education: BA/BS degree or equivalent experience required * Experience 3+ years of print and digital publishing experience; STM publishing preferred including: * Experience with defining product ...

Publisher

Philadelphia, PA ยท On-site

$53K - $91K/yr

Education: BA/BS degree or equivalent experience required * Experience 3+ years of print and digital publishing experience; STM publishing preferred including: * Experience with defining product ...

Publisher

Philadelphia, PA ยท On-site

$53K - $91K/yr

Education: BA/BS degree or equivalent experience required * Experience 3+ years of print and digital publishing experience; STM publishing preferred including: * Experience with defining product ...

Education: BA/BS degree or equivalent experience required * Experience 3+ years of print and digital publishing experience; STM publishing preferred including: * Experience with defining product ...

Proven ability to close and grow publisher partnerships Education * Bachelor's degree preferred Software Skill Set * CRM platforms (HubSpot or similar) * Slack, Zoom, Google Workspace * Microsoft ...

Education: BA/BS degree or equivalent experience required * Experience 3+ years of print and digital publishing experience; STM publishing preferred including: * Experience with defining product ...

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How much do educational publishing jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for educational publishing in the United States is $19.98, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.22 and $21.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an educational publishing job?

An educational publishing job involves creating, editing, and distributing instructional materials such as textbooks, digital content, and educational resources. Professionals in this field work with authors, educators, and designers to develop high-quality learning materials for schools, colleges, and online platforms. Roles may include editorial positions, content development, production, and marketing. The goal is to ensure accuracy, accessibility, and alignment with educational standards.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of someone working in educational publishing?

In Educational Publishing, your typical day may include reviewing manuscripts, collaborating with subject matter experts and educators, coordinating with designers and production staff, and ensuring that materials align with educational standards. You might also be involved in editing content for clarity and accuracy, overseeing deadlines, and implementing feedback from reviewers. Many roles require managing multiple projects simultaneously and adapting to shifting priorities as classroom needs and curricula evolve. This dynamic environment encourages ongoing learning and close teamwork to produce high-quality educational resources.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in educational publishing?

To thrive in Educational Publishing, you need strong editorial skills, educational subject knowledge, and experience in curriculum development or instructional design. Familiarity with publishing software (such as Adobe InDesign), digital content management systems, and educational standards or guidelines is often required. Excellent communication, creativity, and collaboration skills help you work effectively with authors, educators, and production teams. These competencies are vital for creating high-quality, effective educational materials that meet diverse learner needs and comply with industry standards.

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Infographic showing various Educational Publishing job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $41,552 per year, or $20 per hour.

Publishing Solutions Representative

Dubuque, IA โ€ข On-site

Kendall Hunt Publishing
201 - 500 employees

$21.64/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 4 days ago


Job description

Kendall Hunt Publishing is seeking a driven, relationship-focused Publishing Solutions Representative to join our Higher Education sales team. Based in our home office in Dubuque, Iowa, this role is focused on connecting college professors with course materials that meet their needs and turning qualified opportunities into textbook adoptions.
As a Publishing Solutions Representative, you'll manage your own pipeline of sales opportunities across disciplines such as First-Year Experience, Science, Hospitality, Sport Management, and more. Each week, you'll receive a steady stream of qualified leads from professors who have already expressed interest in learning more about our products, allowing you to focus your time on building relationships, understanding faculty needs, and closing sales.
From the first conversation through adoption, you'll own the sales process. You'll connect with professors by phone, Zoom, and email, provide review copies, learn about their courses and challenges, recommend the right solutions, answer questions, and consistently follow up to move opportunities forward.
What sets you up for success at Kendall Hunt?
We provide comprehensive, ongoing sales training so you have the tools and confidence to succeed, including:
  • Sales Training: Learn Kendall Hunt's proven sales process and how to effectively engage faculty, uncover needs, overcome objections, and move opportunities toward adoption.
  • Product Knowledge: Develop a strong understanding of our textbooks, digital solutions, and the unique value they provide. You'll also have opportunities to connect directly with authors and learn the stories behind their work.
  • Technology Expertise: Build your knowledge of the educational technology used by today's colleges and universities, including eBooks, virtual learning platforms, and adaptive learning tools.
  • Qualified Sales Opportunities: Spend more of your time selling and building relationships with interested faculty through a consistent pipeline of qualified leads.

This is an opportunity for someone who enjoys connecting with people, thrives on follow-up, and is motivated by turning conversations into results. At Kendall Hunt, you'll have the training, resources, and support to build strong faculty relationships while directly contributing to the growth of our Higher Education business.
Who Is Kendall Hunt Publishing?
Throughout its history, Kendall Hunt Publishing has grown with an emphasis on its employees, fearlessness in innovation, and a strong grip on its values. Today Kendall Hunt continues to expand by growing its number of educational products, creating new companies, and extending its services across the country and beyond. Through diversity and willingness to adapt to the ever-changing publishing industry, Kendall Hunt is a company dedicated to growing with the public to best serve the people of the community.
When you work at Kendall Hunt you immediately notice the collaboration, friendliness, and a sense of purpose amongst our employees. Our customers, students, authors, and other outside contacts are always our top priority. We are constantly uncovering new sales channels for current product lines or finding new products to sell to current customers. Join our team of evolving employees to help us maintain our competitive edge in the industries we serve.
In A Typical Work Day You Will
  • Manage portfolio of existing discipline specific Higher Education products with the objective of increasing sales and adoptions of those products
  • Work with marketing to develop sales plans for each individual title based upon sales history
  • Incentivize books sold direct to student through the Kendall Hunt website, especially emphasizing digital eBook sales
  • Builds and maintains effective customer relationships
  • Periodically attend conventions or national sales meetings to help support sales of key backlist titles
  • Meet with the authors of your books to understand how new editions are progressing

Who We Need!
  • Someone who understand the importance of a positive customer experience and what your role is in that overall experience
  • Someone who has an entrepreneurial spirit and look at your career in terms of growing your business with potential bonus opportunities
  • Is a great communicator, people person, and problem solver
  • Someone who has inside sales experience, customer service experience, and/or strong time management skills
  • Someone with a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution

It's More Than Just a Job!
Choosing a career path can be one of the most important decisions in one's life. Work is part of a person's identity. People need compelling reasons to remain at a job and a company day after day, year after year. As you consider a career change, we understand the benefits an employer offers are just as appealing as the job itself.
Our companies offers -
  • Affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Company paid life insurance, short term and long term disability
  • Generous company match on 401(k) plan, as well as profit sharing
  • 15 days of PTO at hire, plus paid holidays
  • Scholarship and tuition reimbursement

If you have good communication and computer skills and would like to find out more about this opportunity, please submit your resume.
HRDept@kendallhunt.com
An Equal Opportunity Employer