Associate Publisher or Publisher - Humanities, Media and the Arts

Informa Group Plc.•Philadelphia, PA

5d•$61,750 - $76,500•Hybrid

About The Position

Taylor & Francis is hiring an experienced, conscientious colleague at Associate Publisher or Publisher level to join its journals editorial team and work on a portfolio within the Humanities, Media and the Arts team. The role leads and grows academic journals, developing strategic plans to improve quality, growth, profitability, and performance against revenue and article-volume targets. The Publisher builds partnerships with academic societies, journal editors, and academic communities; represents Taylor & Francis at conferences and editorial board meetings; and applies industry and market knowledge to identify opportunities. The role also involves monitoring journal performance, negotiating agreements, expanding the portfolio through new launches or acquisitions, and considering transitions to open access models. The position requires some travel to conferences and in-person editor meetings. The role is based within commuting distance of the Philadelphia office, with in-person collaboration at the office three days per week or more and flexibility to work from home or remotely at other times.

Requirements

Solid background in academic publishing and a deep understanding of best practices, publication ethics, peer review processes, and funder mandates.
Familiarity with open access publishing models, impact metrics, and the evolving needs of the academic community.
Ability to identify and analyze market opportunities, assess competitive landscapes, and develop strategic plans for portfolio growth, profitability, and long-term sustainability.
Experience setting and achieving revenue and article-volume targets.
Expertise in building and nurturing networks within academic communities, including editors, authors, reviewers, and society partners.
Ability to build trust and collaboration with external stakeholders to support long-term partnerships.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to write proposals and deliver presentations.
Data-driven approach, including interpreting performance metrics, identifying trends, and developing solutions to challenges.
Current knowledge of academic publishing trends, emerging technologies, policy changes, and competitor activity.
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities while meeting deadlines and maintaining quality.
Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
Comfort working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapting to changing priorities.
Must live within commuting distance of the Philadelphia office and collaborate in person there three days per week.

Responsibilities

Lead and grow a portfolio of academic journals, creating strategic plans to drive quality, growth, and profitability and meet or exceed revenue and article-volume targets.
Build and maintain partnerships with academic societies, journal editors, and academic communities, and represent Taylor & Francis at conferences and editorial board meetings.
Track industry trends and competitor activity to inform journal development decisions.
Monitor journal performance metrics and implement initiatives to improve rankings and reputation.
Negotiate contracts and agreements with academic societies, editors, and contributors.
Develop and execute portfolio expansion plans, including launching new journals, acquiring existing titles, or transitioning journals to open access models.
Represent Taylor & Francis at industry panels, workshops, and networking events to strengthen its brand presence and influence.
Ensure compliance with ethical publishing standards and policies.

Benefits

Annual salary starting from $61,750 for Associate Publisher or $76,500 for Publisher, plus a 10% annual bonus; salary is commensurate with experience.
15 paid vacation days.
10 paid sick days.
Paid day off for your birthday.
Four paid volunteering days per year.
Paid leave for major life events, such as a wedding or moving.
Medical and vision benefits.
401(k) with employer match.
Flexible working schedule.
Seasonal social and charitable events.
Training and development.