Entry-level publishing jobs in New York City are the main on-ramp into trade and academic houses, literary agencies, and bookish nonprofits. Common titles include editorial assistant, publishing assistant, marketing assistant, publicity assistant, and sales assistant.

Employers typically look for strong writing and organization skills, internship or campus bookstore experience, and familiarity with tools like Excel, Adobe Creative Cloud, or CRM platforms. Competition is high — many openings receive hundreds of applications — so tailored cover letters and networking still matter.

Start with editorial assistant jobs if editing is your target, then check editorial assistant salaries. For the tools employers name in listings, see publishing job skills; for the main role paths across departments, see publishing careers.