SYP UK are running the next instalment of their On the Map series, a course of panels which aim to showcase various publishing hubs around the UK to dispel the myth that hopefuls need to move to London to pursue a career in publishing.
This time, we will be doing a deep dive into Derby, discussing the experience of working remotely while living in the city, the Publishing MA run by the University of Derby, and hearing from publishing professionals about their careers and experiences living away from London.
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Meet the panellists:
Cat Mitchell, Senior Lecturer in Publishing
Cat Mitchell is a Senior Lecturer in Publishing and the Programme Leader for the Creative Writing and Publishing BA at the University of Derby. She previously worked in the publishing industry, including four years at Penguin Random House. She is currently researching disability in publishing, and in 2021 published the Access Denied report, which investigated barriers for disabled job seekers and employees in the industry.
David Barker, Senior Lecturer in Publishing
Dr David Barker is Senior Lecturer in Publishing at the University of Derby, where he is the Programme Leader for MA Publishing. Prior to becoming a lecturer, David worked in publishing for 21 years in London and New York.
Jo Boustead, Editorial Assistant at Just Content
Joanne graduated from the University of Derby in 2022 with an MA in Publishing. She is the current SYP UK Website Officer and manages the SYP UK TikTok. Alongside her committee role, Joanne secured her first job in publishing at the beginning of the year as an Editorial Assistant.
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