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Closing date for applications: 9th January 2026Salary: £30,000 pa Bloomsbury Publishing Plc’s contracts department is looking for a new resourceful and motivated contracts executive to join the busy and supportive team.&nbsp;This is a great opportunity for an ambitious contracts assistant or junior contracts executive looking for their next career move as you’ll be involved in creating a variety of different types of agreements working with all strands of publishing across the world.The role involves drafting, reviewing and negotiating contracts for content provided across all divisions, working closely with editorial staff to answer queries and provide contractual supports, liaising and cooperating with departments across the company including royalties, rights and legal, maintaining an accurate record of contracts progress in an efficient manner, working efficiently and collaborate with the other contracts executives. Knowledge, skills &amp; experience&nbsp;<ul><li>Experience of drafting, reviewing contracts and addenda</li><li>Excellent knowledge of standard contractual terms</li><li>Excellent eye for detail and a high level of organisation</li><li>Ability to prioritise a varied workload and handle queries efficiently</li><li>Excellent knowledge of Biblio</li></ul> Additional informationThe role is&nbsp;full-time and permanent, based at&nbsp;our London office 50 Bedford Square, London, WC1B 3DP on a hybrid-working pattern of 2 days office based / 3 days home based (or fully office based if preferred). Allocated office days for this role are: Monday and WednesdayPlease apply with a CV and covering letter&nbsp;addressed to Human Resources (Word or PDF format only) via the ‘APPLY NOW’ button detailing how you meet the requirements outlined above for this role by 23:59 9th January 2026. For best results, please use a desktop to apply as some mobile browsers may not fully support the application portal. Bloomsbury reserve the right to close the role early if we exceed the required number of applications. Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK.&nbsp;&nbsp; Bloomsbury benefitsAs well as a fantastic opportunity to join a global award-winning organisation, Bloomsbury offers the following competitive benefits package:<ul><li>Hybrid working pattern of: 2 days office based / 3 days home based (or fully office based if preferred)</li><li>25 days holiday and 3.5 days Christmas company holiday</li><li>Two paid Personal Wellness Days</li><li>Flexible Fridays –&nbsp;take Friday afternoon off by working an additional&nbsp;3 hours and 30 minutes earlier in the week</li><li>Work Anywhere Fortnight -&nbsp;For two weeks of any calendar year. The minimum period for Working Anywhere is one week, the maximum period is two weeks.</li><li>Season Ticket Loan</li><li>Learning &amp; Development -&nbsp;Free access to LinkedIn Learning, BookMachine Campus, InRehearsal &amp; IPG Skills Hub</li><li>Share Save Scheme</li><li>AXA Healthcare Plan (Private Medical Insurance)</li><li>Ride to Work Scheme</li><li>Peppy Health App</li><li>In-house Doctor</li><li>Eye Care Voucher Scheme</li><li>EAP Advice and Counselling</li></ul>Company culture – Employee Voice Meetings, Staff Networks (Bloom, Accessibility, Mental Health, Pride, and Parents, Guardians and Carers, Multi-Faith) and Mental Health First Aiders trained across the UK offices, Publishing Events and access to free Publishing Resources Bloomsbury is a place where anyone of any background, race, ethnicity, religion, sexuality, gender identity, age, ability, or socio-economic status can thrive, feel comfortable, and be heard and accepted. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are willing to make any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please flag to the recruitment team if required.Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

Head Office - London

Bloomsbury Publishing Plc

Bloomsbury Publishing UK: Bedford Square Office

Contracts executive

Closing date for applications: 4th January 2026Salary: £28,750 per annum - Full-time (35 hours per week)&nbsp; Launch your publishing career at Faber, supporting the rights and contracts that bring prize-winning books to life.Faber and Faber is a leading independent publishing house in London. They publish prize-winning fiction, non-fiction, and children’s books, as well as an unrivalled list of modern poets and playwrights. Among their list of writers, Faber and Faber have five Booker Prize winners and eleven Nobel Laureates and continue to seek out the most exciting and innovative writers at work today.We are looking to recruit a rights and contracts assistant to provide administrative support to ensure the smooth running of the rights and contracts departments. This is an exciting opportunity to launch your publishing career by supporting two key teams within Faber. ResponsibilitiesIn this role, you will handle licensing and supply of production materials and assist with drafting and negotiating straightforward contractual agreements and addenda under supervision, including sub-rights contracts, publisher release forms and, where necessary, head contracts.You will process contracts for signature via DocuSign, upload newly signed head and sub-rights agreements into Biblio, and ensure all contractual records are accurately maintained. The position also involves managing renewals and reversions for subsidiary rights and head contracts, as well as organising book fairs by coordinating appointment schedules and preparing sales materials such as biannual rights guides.You will handle a range of administrative tasks across the rights and contracts departments, including tracking unsigned contracts, updating records, managing departmental mailings, and coordinating book orders, author copies and submissions. Building strong working relationships with royalties, editorial, authors, agents and licensees will be essential as you respond to queries and facilitate smooth communication. You will also provide general administrative support to the contracts and rights teams and contribute flexibly to other tasks as required. Knowledge, skills &amp; experienceThe ideal candidate will be organised, have an eye for detail, an excellent communicator, and be great with people. You’ll enjoy and have the ability to build positive working relationships both internally and externally. You will demonstrate good time management, be able to handle multiple tasks at once, and enjoy solving problems. You’ll thrive working in and supporting a team, while also having the confidence to work independently. Keeping things running smoothly with straightforward, practical judgement is a must. Self-motivation is essential, and an interest in copyright and international publishing would be an advantage.If the above sounds like you, then we would love to receive your application. Additional informationTo apply, please upload a covering letter and CV by clicking 'Apply' quoting reference CA.This is a permanent, full-time position based in our London office in Farringdon. We offer a hybrid working model, with four days a week in the office during probation for this position, reducing to three days a week.This position will be reporting to the senior rights manager.Faber has a staff of just over 140, based across our offices in Hatton Garden (London) and Harlow. We want all our staff to have the best possible, most positive and enjoyable experience while working at Faber. Our benefits include:<ul><li>Access to Faber titles (including regular staff book clubs), discounted Independent Alliance titles</li><li>Minimum of 28 days’ holiday per year</li><li>Five days per year for volunteering work of your choice</li><li>Full subscription to the Headspace meditation app</li><li>Season-ticket loans</li><li>Cycle-to-work vouchers</li><li>Subsidised eye tests</li><li>Generous pension scheme</li><li>Life assurance and income protection insurance</li><li>Access to online GP and advisory services</li></ul>Please note that all personal information which we process in connection with your application will be treated in accordance with our Data Protection Privacy Notice at<a href="https://www.faber.co.uk/privacy-policy/gdpr-data-protection-privacy-notice/" target="_blank">&nbsp;https://www.faber.co.uk/privacy-policy/gdpr-data-protection-privacy-notice/</a>. Please read this notice before submitting your application. We welcome applications from any individual regardless of ethnic origin, gender, disability, religious belief, sexual orientation or age. All applications will be considered on merit.&nbsp;Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

Faber & Faber

Rights and contracts assistant

Closing date for applications: 12th January 2026Location: LondonStart date: September 2026Contract: Full-time Are you curious about how business, media, politics and current affairs shape the world we live in? Are you interested in how strategic communication shapes reputations, policies and real-world decisions? If so, Headland’s 2026 Trainee Programme offers the perfect first step in your career.Headland is a fast-growing and award-winning communications consultancy working across corporate communications, public affairs, financial PR, and campaigning. We are powered by collaboration, and our clients include major UK and global brands, fast-growth businesses, and mission-driven organisations. We’re looking for collaborative, ambitious people to join our Trainee Programme, starting in September 2026. What is Headland’s Trainee Programme?Our Trainee Programme combines structured learning with real-world experience. You’ll develop the skills and confidence to become a well-rounded communications adviser—someone who can think critically, collaborate effectively, and communicate with impact.You’ll receive:<ul><li>30+ hours of formal training in your first few weeks, plus access to ongoing learning &amp; development sessions on a weekly basis as you build your consultancy skills. Sessions will cover media relations, digital strategy, sustainability, public affairs, research, and more.</li><li>The chance to work on high-profile clients from the get-go.</li><li>Ongoing support from a dedicated personal manager who provides regular coaching and career guidance, setting objectives as you work towards becoming an account executive. &nbsp;</li><li>A buddy who will help you settle into agency life and be a friendly face to turn to if you’re ever unsure of anything. &nbsp;</li><li>Regular feedback from your client teams to fuel your development.&nbsp;</li></ul> Who we’re looking forWe welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds. No previous experience in communications is required — we’re interested in how you think, what you care about, and how you approach problems.If the following sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you:<ul><li>You’ll have one of the following by September 2026:<ul><li>A university degree (in any subject), OR</li><li>A completed Level 4 Apprenticeship in Public Relations, OR</li><li>Some professional work experience (communications sector experience not required)</li></ul></li><li>You’re genuinely interested in business, politics, media or current affairs</li><li>You’re curious, eager to learn, and enjoy taking initiative</li><li>You like working with others and bring a collaborative, can-do attitude</li><li>You’re organised and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment</li><li>You’re excited to build a career in communications and grow into a trusted adviser</li></ul> What we offer at Headland<ul><li>A diverse, dynamic and inclusive culture, with supportive teams who want you to thrive</li><li>Experience across a variety of high-profile clients and sectors</li><li>Access to senior colleagues, mentors and buddies to help you develop</li><li>Ongoing training throughout your career</li><li>A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package</li></ul> Additional informationBenefits include:<ul><li>Performance-related bonuses </li><li>26 days holiday + bank holidays (rising with tenure)</li><li>7.5% employer pension contribution (with sustainable investment options)</li><li>Private medical insurance </li><li>Life cover (4x salary)</li><li>Company laptop and phone</li><li>Enhanced parental leave policies</li><li>Employee assistance programme</li><li>Cycle to work scheme &amp; season ticket loans</li><li>Regular social events, team drinks and parties</li><li>Free breakfasts, a fully stocked snack cupboard, and more!</li></ul>If you’d like to apply for our 2026 Trainee Programme, please visit our website via the 'Apply' button.Virtual interviews will be held in January and February and in-person inerviews will be held in Febuary and March at our London office.We look forward to receiving your application. At Headland, we’re proud to be an inclusive employer. We actively welcome candidates from all backgrounds and experiences. We hire for culture add, not culture fit. If you require any adjustments during the application or interview process, please let us know—we’ll do our best to support you.We’re also proud to have been awarded full accreditation by <a href="https://thisistheblueprint.co.uk/the-blueprint-diversity-mark" target="_blank">The Blueprint</a>—an industry standard that promotes greater diversity in PR and communications by helping organisations attract, retain and nurture Black, Asian, Mixed Race and Ethnic Minority talent.Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

Headland

Trainee account executive

Closing date for applications: 16th January 2026Salary: £26,500 + project-based commission&nbsp;Start date: February 2026Position: Full-time, permanent Step into the heart of a production company in this entry-level role, gaining hands-on experience across pitches, shoots and projects while keeping a dynamic office running smoothly.Founded in 2008, CANADA is a creative production company with offices in London, Barcelona and Los Angeles, representing an international roster of directors and photographers and home to some of the best production talent around. We tell culturally resonant stories through the highest level of filmmaking craft.CANADA is hiring a full time&nbsp;office manager / production assistant to join our UK team. This hybrid role is an opportunity for someone proactive, ambitious and culturally switched on who is looking to work towards a career in production, whilst overseeing the day-to-day running of the London office and working closely with the CANADA team.Alongside managing our office, you’ll get hands-on experience across our departments, from supporting CANADA executive producers, producers, directors and photographers on pitches to attending shoots and assisting with project delivery, new business and PR. You’ll also be a key part of our company’s culture: someone who’s not just keeping things organised and keeping us working smoothly, but playing a part in CANADA’s personality, reputation and identity.&nbsp;As the first person many of our clients, suppliers, talent and collaborators will interact with, it is important that you are personable, confident, level-headed, organised and proactive. Working across specific productions across music videos, commercials and stills and keeping up with the general office responsibilities, you must be able to manage your own time and stay on top of long- and short-term tasks. You are someone who loves to be organised, has high standards, takes pride in their work and is hungry to learn.We welcome applicants from any previous roles and backgrounds, although a basic understanding of and curiosity about the industry and a strong desire to work in production are required. This is an entry level role with the potential to progress and help shape a fast-growing company; being a relatively small team, all staff work together closely. You will be trained first-hand by our world class senior production team with a view to growing your role and taking on more production responsibilities in the future.&nbsp; Responsibilities<ul><li>Keep the office running smoothly: general maintenance, liaising with suppliers, ensuring the office is tidy and well stocked, booking travel and couriers</li><li>Welcome visitors, freelancers, directors and photographers to the office and be the point of contact for those visiting the UK from abroad</li><li>Support EPs and producers as production assistant: production admin, research, call sheets, project travel and logistics</li><li>Help co-ordinate events and meetings</li><li>Assist with company communications and correspondence: represent us with clarity and professionalism across incoming calls and email enquiries, forwarding to appropriate staff member</li><li>Onboarding of freelancers and ensuring consistency across CANADA’s productions</li><li>Liaise with our Barcelona and LA offices on inter-office needs</li><li>Be an active presence in the office: someone who takes initiative and brings positive energy</li></ul> Knowledge, skills &amp; experience<ul><li>A genuine passion for production, music videos, photography, film and music and interest in the creative industries</li><li>Someone proactive and detail-oriented who takes ownership and follows through</li><li>Excellent communication skills and attention to detail</li><li>Broad and up-to-date digital skills</li><li>A collaborative mindset and a good sense of humour</li><li>A desire to be part of and shape a warm, inclusive and forward-thinking company</li><li>Curiosity, reliability and enthusiasm</li></ul>To apply, please upload your CV with the subject&nbsp;Office Manager / Production Assistant Application.&nbsp;Applications close on 16th January and applicants will be contacted about an interview before 30th January.&nbsp;CANADA believes in inclusive recruitment. Applicants are welcome to request any necessary reasonable adjustments to the applications and interview process. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates who are under-represented in the creative industries.Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

CANADA

Office manager/production assistant

Closing date for applications: 9th January 2026Salary:&nbsp;£29,000 - £35,000 per annum, depending on experienceReporting to:&nbsp;Production manager&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Location:&nbsp;5th Floor, HYLO, 105 Bunhill Row, London, EC1Y 8LZ&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Working pattern:&nbsp;Hybrid - minimum of two days per week in the office; up to three days per week working from home&nbsp;Department:&nbsp;Production &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; A fantastic new opportunity has arisen for an experienced and creative individual to join the trade team at Bonnier Books UK Trade.&nbsp;At Bonnier Books UK, we believe that every book matters. We love to publish stories and content that open our eyes to new perspectives and bring us closer together. We offer a nurturing home for our authors, illustrators and brand partners, publishing bestselling books for readers and listeners everywhere. We know that fantastic stories can come from anywhere and our purpose is to bring them to as wide an audience as possible, a simple ethos that has led to us becoming one of the country’s leading publishers.We are looking for a first-class production controller to join our talented production team. You will be a key member of our friendly production team, working with an international supplier base. Flexibility, commercial acumen, and experience in both 4-colour and mono production are a must as well as having a positive and can-do attitude.&nbsp; Responsibilities<ul><li>Managing a list of front list titles and reprints as required</li><li>Vendor management &amp; price negotiation</li><li>Product development &amp; safety testing</li><li>Colour &amp; quality management</li><li>Overseeing successful delivery of product</li><li>Actively liaising and collaborating with various teams across the wider business</li><li>Problem solving &amp; troubleshooting</li></ul> Knowledge, skills &amp; experience<ul><li>Demonstrable book production experience across a range of products</li><li>Experience of mono and 4 colour trade publishing </li><li>Confident communication and organisation skills, with the ability to forge strong relationships quickly with both internal and external stakeholders</li><li>Able to manage a high volume of diverse &amp; complex titles with competing deadlines</li><li>Experience and knowledge of working in Biblio3 is beneficial</li><li>Pro-active, quick thinking and analytical, with a strategic approach and excellent attention to detail. </li><li>You must be enthusiastic, positive, a great communicator and a strong team player.</li></ul> Company benefits<ul><li>Private health insurance</li><li>Holiday purchase scheme</li><li>Contributory pension scheme</li><li>28 days holiday plus bank holidays</li><li>Lively social committee hosting regular events</li><li>Group Life cover - including 24-hour GP service</li><li>Company-funded&nbsp;gym&nbsp;membership for all trade staff</li><li>Comprehensive staff training&nbsp;and&nbsp;mentorship&nbsp;programmes</li><li>Flexible working and flexible hours from day one of employment</li><li>Additional holiday allowance accrued for long service – and a full bonus week of holiday to celebrate your 10th&nbsp;year at BBUK</li><li>Enhanced family leave - with equal six months’ paid leave for all new parents</li><li>Employee assistance programme available to all employees and their families</li><li>Dedicated volunteering hours each year to support charities promoting literacy and reading for pleasure</li><li>Cycle to work scheme with bike storage and changing facilities on-site at our London HQ</li><li>Wellbeing programme and daily benefits such as fresh fruit and porridge in the office</li></ul>If you are interested in this role, please apply via our website. We look forward in hearing from you.&nbsp; We welcome and encourage applications from candidates who are under-represented in the creative industries.Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

LABS Victoria House

Igloo Books

Black & White Publishing

Bonnier Books UK (Head Office)

Bonnier Books UK

Production controller

Closing date for applications: 12th January 2026&nbsp;Salary: £25,855.00 - £29,116.00 p.a. depending on experienceContract: Full-time, permanent position, 37.5 hrs pw&nbsp; Are you organised, detail-driven, and looking for your next role in publishing? Join an independent academic publisher and help drive the operations behind a dynamic portfolio of journals while supporting authors and editors.Intellect is currently looking for a production editor to join our team. Intellect is an independent academic publisher for scholars and practitioners teaching and researching in the arts, media and creative industries. Best known for our work in the visual and performing arts, we provide publishing services in many subject areas, backed by almost 40 years of steady growth, and a reputation for excellence in design and production. Responsibilities<ul><li>Coordinate day to day editorial management of a portfolio of journals</li><li>Liaise with and provide support for our authors, editors and their contributors</li><li>Liaise with and monitor the work of our production stakeholders - copy editors, typesetters, printers and distributors to ensure a timely and efficient production process</li></ul>As part of a small team, there will be some other areas of work to which you may be asked to contribute. Training will be given on the job as required. Knowledge, skills &amp; experience<ul><li>Project management skills</li><li>Administrative skills (including a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Google Suite)</li><li>Proofreading skills</li><li>Interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with all stakeholders</li><li>Organisational skills: ability to organise and prioritise a varied workload, meeting deadlines and able to work on your own initiative</li><li>Attention to detail, resourceful and proactive</li><li>Degree-level education desired with a keen interest in the dissemination of research</li><li>Customer service skills</li><li>Data entry and data manipulation/interpretation skills</li></ul> BenefitsOur staff enjoy a very supportive working culture and job fulfilment, and we are committed to a healthy work/life balance. Benefits include:<ul><li>Flexible working</li><li>Generous annual leave, 25 days (inc Christmas and your birthday) plus bank holidays</li><li>Contributory pension</li><li>Childcare voucher scheme where applicable</li><li>Cycle to work scheme</li><li>Interest-free company loan</li></ul> Additional informationThis is a full-time, permanent position, 37.5 hrs pw with a probationary period of six months. This position will be based in our office in Bristol, with flexible and hybrid working available. All interviews will be conducted at our Bristol office or remotely via Gmeet where applicable.To apply please upload a full CV and covering letter.(Please note that if you have not received a reply by 31 January 2026 then your application has not been successful on this occasion.) We value a diverse and inclusive workforce and welcome applications from people from all backgrounds, genders, abilities and ethnicities. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, we’re happy to discuss how we can best support you. Please let us know your needs when you apply or reach out to Ria Baker on <a href="mailto:ria@intellectbooks.com" target="_blank">ria@intellectbooks.com</a>Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

Intellect

Production editor (Journals)

Closing date for applications: 6th January 2026 at 9.00am&nbsp;Salary: £50,000-£65,000 dependent on experienceReports to: Journey's chief technical officer&nbsp;Location: Mainly at Vyner Studio (Squint/Opera) but working flexibly across Journey's London Studios Lead the operational delivery of a technical department, helping shape the next chapter of multidimensional design.Journey is a global design and innovation agency shaping the future through multidimensional experiences (MDX) that connect people, brands, and culture. Working with the chief technology officer (CTO), this role will provide managerial oversight of the technical department within Journey with particular focus on the operational delivery of the team and its personnel.This role would suit an experienced project manager, producer or operations manager interested in applying their existing experience to a forward-looking team tasked with defining the next chapter of multidimensional design and creative technology. An understanding of the role technology plays in a business, both creatively with regards to public facing projects and operationally, will be crucial. ResponsibilitiesOperational<ul><li>Having an ongoing consideration of availability, skills, interest, balance of projects, individual team professional development and representation of the department.</li><li>Support the CTO to ensure effective delivery of department operations including but not limited to:<ul><li>Designing and implementing processes across technology product management, project management, software development, and technical operations.</li><li>Serve as point person for HR, Finance, Facilities, and other business operations team for Technology team. Ensure Technology team delivers to existing processes and key deadlines.</li><li>Coordinating meetings, minuting, and disseminating actions.</li></ul></li><li>Supporting Technology leadership across processes, operations, and team management. Contribute to design of new processes, execution of existing processes, and standardisation across workflows and teams.</li><li>Manage collection of data and reporting and communications of Technology team KPIs.</li><li>Contribute to resourcing processes, ensuring that utilisation data and near-term planning accurate reflects the needs of the business and the plans of the Technology team, partnering with the Technology leads.</li><li>Represent the Technology team in larger business processes and communications, reflecting the Technology strategy, approaches, and execution.</li></ul>&nbsp;Management<ul><li>Support the CTO with organisational design, internal communications and processes, and overall departmental structure.</li><li>Line manage departmental coordinator, technical project managers, and other operational Technology staff where appropriate.</li><li>Ensure a consistency across global Technology teams in all internal and Journey processes.</li><li>Partner with the CTO to consistently deliver on finance, HR, business operations, recruitment and talent, and internal Technology processes.</li><li>Provide additional mentorship to Technology leads around leadership, management, and process.</li></ul>&nbsp;General<ul><li>Recognition of possible approaches and new possibilities for how the department operates and thrives including research into new approaches.</li><li>Setting the tone for how the department engages with and collaborates with other areas of the organisation.</li><li>Partnering with the CTO to drive team culture and environment, both internally and as part of the overall Journey culture.</li><li>A commitment to the implementation of Journey’s values around sustainability, accessibility &amp; belonging and inclusion in all areas of the business and allocating focus within the department in these key areas.</li><li>Keeping abreast of influences and ideas from leading sector peers and developments.</li><li>Undertake other work as reasonably required by the company. </li></ul> Knowledge, skills &amp; experienceEssential:<ul><li>Strong demonstrable experience in project and/or operational management</li><li>An acute understanding of the role technology plays in a creative organisation</li><li>A strong track record and keen interest in administration and its impact</li><li>Experience rolling our processes for more effective teams and departments</li><li>Experience evaluating and strengthening team performance</li><li>Ability to interact with a wide range of people and excellent interpersonal skills</li><li>Experience of a fast-paced environment and an ability to adapt to changing circumstances</li><li>Experience working with busy executive level leadership</li><li>Strong attention to detail</li><li>Experience overseeing a team</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Experience coordinating HR processes</li><li>Experience working in a design studio across one or more design specialisms including spatial design &amp; architecture, video design &amp; animation and technical design</li></ul> Additional informationInterviews:&nbsp; Round 1 - Week Commencing 12th January 2026 Round 2 - 23rd January 2026 (12pm - 3pm)(If you are unable to make the scheduled dates, please let us know within the content of your cover letter). The interview panel will include members of Journey across the two rounds of interview. Interviews are held in-person at one of our London Studios in order for candidates to meet some of the team, however they can be arranged online if there are geographical considerations.Our interviews are built as two way conversations to better understand each other’s work and aspirations, and may include &nbsp;a task to better understand the candidate's process. We operate equal opportunity interviews and, for the initial round of interviews, we typically share elements of question topics in advance with candidates.&nbsp; How to applyPlease submit a comprehensive CV/Resume in addition to either a cover letter (maximum two A4 sides) or up to three minutes of audio (instructions in the application section) describing your suitability for the position, how your skills and experience match the person specification and why you would like to work in this role at Journey. Please find the upload fields at the bottom of the page by clicking 'Apply'.&nbsp;We do not accept applications by any other method.Within the various elements of your application (namely your letter or audio), please outline clearly how your previous work relates to the requirements listed for this role. Having clear examples and explanations will be beneficial for your application. Additionally, why you are interested in working for Journey would be a very helpful thing to include. Applicants should provide contact details for two references. We will seek your permission before making direct contact with any referees. All applicants must be eligible to work within the UK. If you would like a brief call with our team to discuss specific queries you have about the opportunity (including queries regarding accessibility), please contact the email listed on our website. Acknowledging the resources that go into attending interviews, we are very happy to reimburse expenses for extensive travel incurred through travelling to/from your interview with us. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates who are under-represented in the creative industries.Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

Journey

Technology department manager

Closing date for applications: 6th January 2026Salary: London Living WageLocations: The role requires three office days (Monday, Wednesday, Thursday) in our central London office Craft standout campaigns, support influencer outreach, and generate media buzz that shapes some of the biggest moments in gaming for leading developers.Premier is the UK’s leading specialist communications agency for entertainment, arts and culture. With over 20 years’ worth of specialist knowledge across film, television, publishing, gaming, classical music, performing arts, consumer brands and not for profit, Premier provides a complete creative communications solution. The Premier games team is embedded within gaming, working for some of the biggest global developers, publishers and consumer tech brands across the industry. From AAA blockbusters to indie gems, cutting-edge hardware to high-profile industry events, the team has been at the forefront of shaping gaming’s biggest moments. Our current client roster includes Electronic Arts, EA SPORTS, Warner Bros., PLAION, Quantic Dream, SEGA, KOEI TECMO Europe, and NetEase Games.We are looking for an experienced&nbsp;assistant account executive or account executive to join the Premier games team. In this role, you will be the go-to expert on the media, ensuring you stay ahead of industry trends, emerging platforms, and new opportunities for our clients. As a key player within the Premier games team, you will support both creative campaigns and press office initiatives, as well as influencer collaborations, that elevate our clients' reputation and visibility. You will collaborate with the wider team across a diverse range of activities, crafting standout campaigns that effectively reach and engage the right audiences. ResponsibilitiesDepartment<ul><li>Keep abreast of the news agenda, media changes, influencer/social trends and industry developments and inform the wider team</li><li>Regularly speak (in-person or digitally) with key media from gaming and mainstream outlets, and key influencers, and share insights with wider team</li><li>Be aware of and share new trends within both the gaming industry and wider consumer communications</li><li>Advise on the best tools to be using to deliver first class campaigns</li><li>Engage in brainstorms and team initiatives across the wider department, including supporting our music, sports and brands team on an ad hoc basis</li></ul>Client accounts<ul><li>Assist account leads in managing client accounts as directed</li><li>Proactively monitor and track media coverage across print, online, and social platforms</li><li>Compile and distribute accurate client reports and press materials in a timely manner</li><li>Proactively pitch stories and features to gaming and mainstream media</li><li>Support with planning, implementation and media outreach for creative campaigns, meeting deadlines and objectives</li><li>Oversee preview and review programmes for games</li><li>Develop and maintain strong relationships with media, influencers, and suppliers</li><li>Monitor key media outlets for client coverage and maintain and update the contacts database</li><li>Provide excellent client service, acting as a key point of contact and understanding their needs</li><li>Write compelling content, including press releases, articles, and social media posts, ensuring alignment with client messaging</li><li>Track campaign performance and provide insightful post-campaign analysis</li><li>Deliver regular reports on media coverage, campaign performance, and PR outcomes, using data to inform strategies</li></ul> Knowledge, skills &amp; experienceGames experience is useful but not essential - what we are primarily looking for is someone who is a people person, enjoys being part of a team and takes pride in their work.&nbsp;The ideal candidate is someone who resonates with the following traits:<ul><li>Proactive and determined – seeks out solutions to problems, always looks for the best opportunities for our clients</li><li>Exceptional organisational skills with the ability to prioritise effectively</li><li>A passion for writing,&nbsp;with solid copywriting skills</li><li>A nose for news and an interest in what makes a good story</li><li>Creatively curious and brave to share ideas and thoughts</li><li>Strong social knowledge – clued into the latest social trends and what makes creators tick</li><li>Confidence in both written and verbal communications</li><li>Thrives in a fast-paced environment</li><li>A strong desire to learn and adapt quickly</li><li>Honest and frank – cut to the chase, be constructive, tell it like it is, and own your wins and losses</li><li>Energy and drive to do great work</li></ul> Please apply by uploading your CV and covering letter quoting the reference JAE Games Dec 25. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates who are under-represented in the creative industries.Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

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Assistant account executive/account executive - games

Closing date for applications: 17th December 2025Salary: £27,000 per annumDepartment: Foreign rightsReporting to: Foreign rights managerContract Type: PermanentWorking Hours: Full TimeLocation: Vauxhall, London (hybrid post probation) Launch your publishing career with this entry-level role, supporting a dynamic foreign rights team and helping bring exceptional children’s books to readers around the world.&nbsp;Walker Books UK is part of the vibrant international&nbsp;Group that includes Candlewick Press, Holiday House and Peachtree in the USA and Walker Books Australia. Renowned for its truly original publishing and outstanding quality, the&nbsp;Walker Books Group&nbsp;is home to a wide range of children's and young adult books. Award-winning authors and illustrators for the group include Angie Thomas, Sydney Smith, M.T Anderson, Patrick Ness, and Jon Klassen. We are also enormously proud to publish beloved&nbsp;family brands including Lucy Cousin’s&nbsp;Maisy, Michael Rosen’s&nbsp;We're Going on a Bear Hunt,&nbsp;Sam McBratney and Anita Jeram’s&nbsp;Guess How Much I Love You&nbsp;and&nbsp;Martin Handford’s&nbsp;Where’s Wally?This is a unique and varied entry-level opportunity for a self-motivated individual looking to work in children’s publishing and launch their career in foreign rights. Within this role, you will provide support to a busy and dynamic international foreign rights team selling rights worldwide. You will get the opportunity to be involved in a broad range of tasks and projects. You will use your initiative and multi-tasking skills in this pivotal role to support the sales and administrative needs of the foreign rights team and liaise closely with a number of internal teams such as design, editorial, production, publicity and marketing in a fast-paced environment. This is an exciting opportunity to work with the Walker Books Group on débuts, award-winning and best-selling children’s books with customers from all around the world, across a wide range of formats, such as picture books, non-fiction, novelty and major licensed brands. Responsibilities&nbsp;<ul><li>Support sale fulfilment in assigned territories to account managers including:<ul><li>Liaise with production, IT, pre-press, marketing and legal departments</li><li>Oversee fulfilment of foreign-language editions of our titles, from confirmation of order to shipping</li><li>Maintain up-to-date records on progress of sales/print runs</li><li>Follow up local publication dates and author copies, and update databases accordingly</li></ul></li><li>Coordinate printing requests from the team and liaise with the Production department on schedules and costings for first printings and reprints</li><li>Coordinate and submit printed marketing materials for international trade event</li><li>Provide administrative support to sales, including scheduling meetings, managing correspondence, and maintaining client records</li><li>Manage the foreign rights inbox for external customer queries.</li><li>Manage the department’s supply of finished copies</li><li>Organise and update the foreign rights archive with finished copies</li><li>Conduct market research and stay informed about industry trends and developments</li><li>Manage and support organise industry events, book fairs and sales trips, including:<ul><li>Setting up the timetables for fair attendees</li><li>Liaising with our stand management companies on set up and organisation of the fairs (stand location/fair passes/furniture and equipment)</li><li>Maintaining an up-to-date list of attendees, including authors and illustrators</li><li>Booking accommodation</li><li>Overseeing organisation of customer dinners</li><li>Coordinating travel currency</li><li>Maintaining up to date knowledge on any health and safety guidelines relating to travel and fair attendance</li><li>Organising distribution of the leaflets to agents and in-house</li><li>Manage administrative fair preparation tasks prior to attendance</li></ul></li><li>Subject to further role development, attending fairs and customer meetings abroad.</li><li>Ad-hoc tasks as required&nbsp;</li></ul>Please note the above is not an exhaustive list and does not necessarily include all the duties the job holder may have to perform. This job description may be amended to meet changing needs of the business. Knowledge, skills &amp; experienceTo be successful in this role, you will be able to demonstrate evidence of the following skills and/or experience:<ul><li>Excellent interpersonal skills, have the confidence in communicating with other departments as well as foreign publishers</li><li>Excellent time-management, organisational and administrative skills</li><li>An ability to use initiative and work calmly under pressure with a ‘can-do’ / proactive approach to problem-solving</li><li>An ability to prioritise work given specific deadlines, juggling multiple projects and requests without close supervision, with meticulous attention to detail</li><li>An understanding of the importance of a sales support role in relation to customer service and business development</li><li>An appreciation of working with, and making a positive contribution to, a busy and dynamic international sales team</li><li>Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft office applications, in particular Microsoft Excel</li><li>Mathematical and analytical skills are advantageous, as well as a high standard of written English</li><li>An interest and understanding of foreign cultures; foreign language skills will be advantageous but not essential</li><li>An interest in international publishing would be advantageous, but no prior publishing experience is necessary in order to apply for the role</li><li>Highly self-motivated, enjoys working as part of a team, and also able to work independently</li></ul> What we offer<ul><li>A supportive working environment where all voices are respected and creativity is not hierarchical</li><li>Hybrid work (at least two days in the office per week) once you have successfully passed probation</li><li>22 days annual leave per year plus bank holidays and Christmas closure (with annual leave increasing with length of service up to 27 days)</li><li>Enhanced Pension Scheme</li><li>Health Insurance and Health Cash Plan</li><li>Life Assurance</li><li>Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay</li><li>Access to an Employee Assistance Programme</li><li>Cycle to Work Scheme</li><li>Plus, other great benefits!</li></ul> Additional informationIf you have any queries about this role or require any reasonable adjustments for your application or throughout the recruitment process, please let our team know by contacting us via the 'Apply' button.Please note we reserve the right to close vacancies before the closing date where we have received sufficient applications. We recommend submitting your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment. All children deserve to see themselves, their families, and their communities represented in the books they read. As children’s book publishers, it is our goal to ensure that the books and content we publish authentically and joyfully reflect the world around us. As an employer, we are committed to creating and maintaining a supportive working environment where everyone is included, valued, and empowered to do their best and most creative work. As an equal opportunities employer, we welcome candidates from all backgrounds without regard to race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, sex, or any other characteristic protected by law and those not yet protected by law.Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

Walker Books Ltd

Foreign rights assistant

Closing date for applications: 16th December 2025Salary: £29,000 – £32,000 depending on experienceContract: Full time, permanent contract of employmentHolidays: 33 days including bank holidays, increasing 1 day per year at the end of your second year to a max of 38 daysLocation: The AOI offer hybrid working opportunities, with a combination of office and home working, the role requires a number of days in our London office Support a vibrant community of illustrators, delivering guidance and resources that help them at every stage of their careers.We are looking for a passionate, energetic addition to our team – who is eager to grow their business knowledge. The membership department is the beating heart of the Association of Illustrators (AOI), and the membership advisor role offers a unique opportunity to work directly with a vibrant and engaged community of illustrators. The central aims of the role are to offer members the best possible guidance at all stages of their careers, and to ensure the AOI membership continues to grow. ResponsibilitiesMembership service (est. 80% of the role)&nbsp;<ul><li>Provide excellent, accurate business advice to members via the dedicated phone/email helpdesk focusing especially on licensing, contracts, ethics, and general business support around freelance issues (comprehensive 6-month training will be provided)</li><li>Maintain an excellent and up to date understanding of the needs and challenges facing illustrators in business practice, for example in contracts, finance, business planning and industry standards and proactively scope future issues</li><li>Maintain records and produce reports and analysis of member usage of the help desk</li><li>Working with the membership administrator, ensure accurate records are kept</li><li>Undertake proactive membership campaigns to increase awareness of our service and grow membership</li><li>Contribute to the ongoing evaluation of the membership offer, to ensure a relevant and valuable service is provided</li></ul>Membership events and benefits (est. 10% of the role)<ul><li>In conjunction with the membership team, conceive and deliver talks and events which support existing and attract new members. This will mainly be in the UK, but may include international travel</li><li>Deliver business masterclasses online via zoom for colleges and universities</li><li>Working with the membership team, secure a wide range of relevant member benefits and discounts.&nbsp;</li></ul>Communications (est. 7% of the role)<ul><li>Research and draft resources to ensure members are informed and supported in all areas of industry and business practice</li><li>Working with the communications officer, support a strategic and vibrant use of AOI social media</li><li>Working with the wider team, update and promote the AOI Folios to a wide range of commissioners.&nbsp;</li></ul>Other duties (est. 3% of the role)<ul><li>To keep up to date with current issues affecting the industry including rights, fees and professional standards</li><li>Contribute to the overall development of the organisation with ideas and proposals of future initiatives as required</li><li>Ensure the smooth running of the office and provide support for other staff members as required</li></ul> Knowledge, skills &amp; experience<ul><li>Excellent communication skills, face to face, over the phone and in writing.</li><li>Ability to explain complex information clearly, to a wide range of people (creatives, educators, agents, commissioners etc.)</li><li>Experience working in a role which supports a creative community</li><li>Demonstrable ability to proactively find and offer solutions</li><li>Excellent attention to detail</li><li>Experience of public speaking</li><li>Strong office, IT and administration skills</li><li>Good team player who works well under pressure and is able to remain calm and constructive</li><li>An interest and commitment to progressing the illustration industry</li><li>An understanding of business practice, ethical and contractual issues facing freelance illustrators</li><li>Experience of using WordPress and CRM systems</li></ul> To apply, please send a CV and cover letter (no more than 2 sides of A4) addressing why you are interested in this role, and how your experience demonstrates you meet each point of the person specification.To view the full job description, person specification and apply, click the 'Apply' button. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates who are under-represented in the creative industries.Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

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