What inspired you to study on the MA publishingÌýat °×С½ãÂÛ̳?
Prestigious university with good course for publishing, I wanted to enter publishing industry
What is your current job and journey after graduating?Ìý
I'm currently Marketing Manager atÌýDuckworth Books, this role includes:
- Overseeing marketing strategy and campaigns
- Driving publicity
- Author care and management
- Designing promotional materials – Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign
- Managing an assistant who looks after social media (social media strategy)
- Building and maintaining relationships within and without the booktrade
I became an intern at Duckworth Books whilst studying at °×С½ãÂÛ̳ in 2020. I was made a permanent member of staff (Publishing assistant) after I graduated before being promoted to Publishing and marketing executive and then Marketing Manager. I have been at Duckworth Books for nearly four years now.
How do you think °×С½ãÂÛ̳ has helped you in your career to date?
°×С½ãÂÛ̳ and my degree gave meÌýessential skills, taught me industry ways andÌýbuilt my confidence to go out and get a job.Ìý
What advice would you give to current or prospective students?
Take every opportunity presented to you, even if it's scary.
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