Laura Barrett Email & Phone Number

Managed editorial department. Produced more than eighty academic and trade books. Evaluated manuscripts and developed new book projects with authors. Negotiated author contract terms and reviewed other office contracts. Recruited and oversaw freelancers used in the editorial process. Edited and proofread marketing materials. Analyzed and approved author royalty statements and cost analysis reports. Organized and co-chaired the annual editorial advisory committee. Acquired and sold books at trade and scholarly meetings.

Oversaw the day-to-day operations of the press. Managed various stages of the production process for thirty academic books published per year, including copy editing, proofreading, cover and interior design and all other functions simultaneously, ensuring that books were published on time. Scheduled, supervised and followed to completion: catalog development, sales exhibits, advertising and promotion plans, royalties, accounts payable. Directed the customer service function. Attended trade shows to recruit potential authors for the Press.