Publishing intern

Closing date for applications: 13th January 2025 at 11.59pm

Salary: London Living Wage

Duration: 6 months

Working hours: 35 hours per week, full-time

Location: Office-based at headquarters in Shepherd's Bush, London, W12

Start date: March 2025

This exciting placement provides a hands-on opportunity to explore the connection between theatre and publishing and the diverse roles in a specialist publishing house.

Nick Hern Books is the UK's leading specialist performing arts publisher with over 1,500 plays and theatre books in their catalogue. As a company, they are passionate about developing and increasing support for underrepresented voices and showcasing diverse stories.

As a Publishing Intern, you will have the opportunity to shadow and learn from members of the team in every department: editorial, production, sales, marketing, rights, finance and customer service.

You will be a valued member of the team, gaining experience and skills for the rest of your career, be that in publishing or theatre.

Key activities

Some of your tasks will include (but not be limited to) the following:

• Office duties – assisting with customer orders; processing invoices and payments; organising couriers; dealing with incoming and outgoing post; replenishing office supplies, etc.
• Editorial – reading and commenting on submissions; copyediting manuscripts.
• Production – proofreading and checking corrections; preparing files for print.
• Marketing – compiling and proofreading materials such as review quotes, metadata, digital assets, newsletters, etc.
• Sales – generating sales reports; attending events.

What we're looking for

• Demonstrable interest and knowledge of theatre.
• A genuine passion for starting a career in theatre and/or publishing.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to bring a fresh perspective and contribute meaningfully.
• Collaborative team player with a proactive approach.

To apply

• Log in to your Creative Access account or register today to apply for this opportunity
• Upload your CV and cover letter as one document (applications without a tailored cover letter will not be accepted)
• Once submitted, you can no longer amend your application, so proof-read carefully
• Do not contact the company directly
• Please email any queries about this role to Creative Access at this address: recruit@creativeaccess.org.uk

This opportunity is open to Black, Asian and ethnically diverse candidates.

This role is part-funded by the Mo Siewcharran Memorial Fund which support internships for young talent from ethnicities that are under-represented in the theatre, publishing and music industries.