Rachael Beale Email and Phone Number
Exceptional connector and communicator. Enthusiastic advocate for words in many forms, with strong digital skills. Voracious yet discerning reader; excellent knowledge of the UK fiction market.
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Head Of ProductionLondon Review Of Books Jun 2019 - PresentHead of Production at the LRB, overseeing print and digital production activities. Part of the LRB's social media team, with particular responsibility for Twitter. -
Web ManagerLondon Review Of Books Sep 2007 - Jun 2019Managing editor of the London Review Bookshop's website, with responsibility for planning, scheduling, commissioning, editing and writing website content to complement in-store promotions.I'm also a key member of the digital team at the London Review of Books, currently working on its digital transformation project (at the heart of which is the development of a new website for the magazine), with a particular interest in user research and testing. I'm responsible for managing… Show more Managing editor of the London Review Bookshop's website, with responsibility for planning, scheduling, commissioning, editing and writing website content to complement in-store promotions.I'm also a key member of the digital team at the London Review of Books, currently working on its digital transformation project (at the heart of which is the development of a new website for the magazine), with a particular interest in user research and testing. I'm responsible for managing the digital production schedule, scheduling and allocating work across the production team. I've also contributed to digital strategy, front-end build, project management, email strategy and production, and social media strategy. I've led several project teams, and also line managed the marketing intern during 2016.Achievements have included:* Pioneered user research and testing at the LRB: ran a pilot project (2015) to user test potential design adjustments for the Bookshop website, which led directly to the approach being adopted as a core element of the current digital transformation work.* Managed build of content-rich responsive-design website for the London Review Bookshop (www.londonreviewbookshop.co.uk), shortlisted for a FutureBook Innovation Award for Best Consumer Website in 2014. Produced specification, negotiated contract and budget, managed internal and agency development resources, commissioned, wrote and edited site content. Site visitors increased by 60% over its first year of operation. * Initiated the LRB's social media strategy: set up magazine and Bookshop Twitter and Facebook presences; advised and mentored colleagues on strategic development.* Proactive building and nurturing of key connections with publishers and cultural organisations, supporting strategic development and editorial planning.* SEO work addressing lrb.co.uk organic search decline increased search visits by 25%. Show less -
Freelance EditorSelf-Employed Aug 2010 - PresentSubstantive editing, copyediting, web production. Clients include Penguin Random House and Amazon Kindle Singles (where work has included Linda Grant’s ‘I Murdered My Library’, subsequently republished in The Guardian).I've also built a strong following on my personal Twitter account (currently 6.4k followers), where I'm widely known as a trusted source of book recommendations with a good eye for future stars.
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ReaderThe Literary Consultancy Nov 2014 - PresentI write manuscript reports for the Literary Consultancy, providing constructive and accurate (yet diplomatic) feedback to aspiring writers. My thorough and balanced reports have been praised by clients, and used in presentations by the Literary Consultancy as examples of ideally-structured feedback. -
ReaderThe Bridport Prize Limited Mar 2015 - PresentReader for the Peggy Chapman-Andrews First Novel Award
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Advisory Board Member & ContributorBelletrista.Com Aug 2009 - PresentReviews, features and creative development for (sadly now dormant) Belletrista.com - "celebrating women writers from around the world" - a site aimed at promoting and celebrating the work of women writers from around the world, and especially in translation.
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Judge, First Novel Award2013 Costa Book Awards Jun 2013 - Jan 2014The most fun I've ever had while working in books. Our choice, Nathan Filer’s 'The Shock of the Fall', went on to win overall Costa Book of the Year.
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WebmasterDante Jan 2004 - Sep 2007Cambridge, United KingdomWebmaster at research and education networking company, developing and managing websites to support and promote networking projects -
AnalystAnalysys Sep 1999 - Jan 2004Cambridge, United KingdomAppointed Analyst in October 2003 at telecoms and IT research and consulting firm (previously Project Editor, promoted from Editor in April 2000). Wrote reports and online articles; managed research projects for telecoms operator clients; managed and contributed to websites providing free-to-view and subscription-based information services; co-ordinated systems development activity for company's Research division. -
AdministratorHazard Chase Aug 1998 - Apr 1999Administrator for artist management firm. Responsibilities included database management, concert research and marketing work.
Rachael Beale Education Details
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English Literature -
Clore FoundationClore Leadership Short Course
Frequently Asked Questions about Rachael Beale
What company does Rachael Beale work for?
Rachael Beale works for London Review Of Books
What is Rachael Beale's role at the current company?
Rachael Beale's current role is Advocate for words in many and varied forms. Exceptional connector and communicator with solid digital skills.
What schools did Rachael Beale attend?
Rachael Beale attended Trinity College Cambridge, University Of Cambridge, Clore Foundation.
Who are Rachael Beale's colleagues?
Rachael Beale's colleagues are Anthony Wilks, Renee Doegar, Adam Shatz, Claire Williams, Lola Bunting, Natalia Ossa, Jeremy Harris.
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