A career in publishing could mean seeking a position in the editorial, production or marketing departments of:

· A private publishing house.
· A government or trust sponsored publishing house.
· The publications division of a government department.
· The cultural department of a government agency.
· The publishing department of a non-governmental organization.
· A cultural, educational or religious trust.
· The publishing department of a university or educational institution.

After gaining a few years of experience, it is also possible to freelance or work part-time for one or more publishing houses.