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A career in the world of books ...

Publishing is undergoing an exciting transformation. As the industry changes, it requires new employees with skill sets that incorporate creativity, technology strategies and a strong business sense. The Creative Book Publishing Program delivers in-depth training built on a real-world philosophy. Let our faculty of renowned industry leaders guide you to all you will need for professional success.

WHAT SETS US APART?

TWELVE REASONS TO STUDY CREATIVE BOOK PUBLISHING AT HUMBER

• Experience intense studies from May to August in a lakefront setting
• Earn a certificate and be work-ready in four short months
• Benefit from instruction by industry experts – they bring their day-to-day experiences into the classroom
• Meet inspiring and informative guest speakers: famous writers and publishing professionals for your future contacts
• Specialize in Editorial or Marketing
• Choose *New* Specializations in Technology or a personalized Research Project
• Take courses that teach you how to become an agent, open your own business and sell subsidiary rights
• Learn the newest digital strategies; create an ebook!
• Focus on learning business skills that can be applied anywhere
• Go on field trips to publishers, a law office, a bookstore, a distribution facility, a printer
• Apply for exciting competitive internships
• Participate in the Enterprise: a critically acclaimed opportunity for students to create a publishing business that simulates real life experience

Real-time professors; real-life experience; real-world training

“The program was the perfect choice for me – for its comprehensive coverage of the industry, hands-on participation, and creative collaboration. Most importantly, I was continually inspired by the shared passion that holds the Canadian publishing industry together.”

Jen Knoch, Editorial Associate, ECW Press

Career Opportunities

Graduates are prepared to work in the following departments of publishing companies: editorial, marketing, contracts, subsidiary rights, sales, management and operations, and production and design. Graduates will also be ready to work as literary agents, book reviewers, arts journalists, booksellers, educators, entertainment/copyright/intellectual property experts, in government agencies, and as freelance entrepreneurs in the book industry.

Get your Masters in English in Public Texts and a Certificate in Publishing.

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Deadline for Applications:

Seats are limited. For deadline information please contact Cynthia Good Program Director 416-675-6622 ext. 3462 cynthia.good@humber.ca