Publisher

Publisher

The Rapaport Group, a global leader in the diamond and jewelry industry, is seeking an experienced Publisher to lead its prestigious industry publication. This role is a unique opportunity to shape the future of luxury B2B media, connecting influential voices across high-end jewelry retailers, estate jewelers, auction houses, and the diamond and gemstone markets.

As Publisher, you will have significant influence on the strategy, positioning, and content of the publication guiding its editorial evolution, business model, and multimedia expansion across print and digital platforms. You’ll be responsible for driving growth through engaging content, innovative formats, advertising sales and subscriptions. This role is ideal for someone with hands-on experience in publications who has played a central role in making a B2B publication thrive.

We're looking for a visionary leader who thrives in both traditional and digital media and is passionate about engaging audiences through compelling content, sophisticated design, and powerful storytelling across platforms.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead a world-class B2B publication with a strong emphasis on quality design, compelling editorial, and reader engagement.
• Serve as a strategic ambassador for the Rapaport brand, representing our publication and broader business at industry events and within the luxury sector.
• Drive editorial innovation by expanding multimedia offerings, including podcasts, video, digital features, and social media content.
• Oversee advertising sales, marketing, and public relations growing revenue, attracting new partners, and enhancing brand visibility.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate content with Rapaport’s broader ecosystem, including RapNet (the Diamond Trading Network) and Rapaport Auctions.

• Significant experience in publishing leading profitable B2B publications and multimedia platforms.
• Proven ability to shape editorial direction and launch innovative digital products.
• Track record of driving growth through advertising, subscription, and sponsorship revenue.
• Experience working with data-driven products and non-editorial content in a media environment.
• Strong background in people leadership and strategic business planning.

• Strategic thinking and business development expertise.
• Leadership and organizational management capabilities.
• Advanced knowledge of B2B media marketing, audience development, and sales strategy.
• Strong editorial instincts with content planning, writing, and editing abilities.
• Expertise in digital monetization across websites, video, podcasts, newsletters, and social channels.
• Excellent client relationship and communication skills.
• Quick learner with adaptability to new industries and technologies.
• Proficient in data analysis tools; comfortable working with analytics to inform decisions.
• CMS experience - WordPress proficiency preferred.

About the Rapaport Group

The Rapaport Group is an international network of companies providing added-value services that support the development of fair, transparent, competitive, and efficient diamond and jewelry markets. Established in 1976, the Group serves more than 20,000 clients in over 120 countries. Group activities include Rapaport Information Services, offering research, analysis, and news; RapNet, the world's largest diamond trading network; Rapaport Laboratory Services, providing gemological services in India, Belgium, and Israel; and Rapaport Trading and Auction Services, specializing in recycled diamonds and jewelry. Learn more at www.diamonds.net.