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Account Director, Publishing (I)

Kickstarter

Remote · Remote · full time · Mid

$113,600

Listed on Kickstarter’s own careers site. You apply with them directly — we never stand between you and the employer.

What this role is

This role supports publishing creators on Kickstarter's crowdfunding platform by cultivating relationships, organizing community education, and driving engagement with publishers and authors. It suits someone with deep publishing industry experience who enjoys connecting creators with resources and building partnerships across the creative ecosystem.

Our summary, not Kickstarter’s wording. The full posting is on their site.

Skills this role names

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What they ask for

Required

  • 5+ years in publishing industry
  • Network of connections in publishing
  • Experience in literary/talent agencies, traditional publishing, influencer publishing, or similar
  • Experience as acquisitions editor, literary agent, or sales/business development role in publishing
  • Ability to collaborate and execute data-driven strategic plans
  • Exceptional communication and public speaking skills
  • Strong judgment of publishing project quality and creativity

Nice to have

  • Creator experience or entrepreneurship in publishing
  • Kickstarter creator background
  • Professional experience in emerging areas for Kickstarter

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