Society of Young Publishers on the Road with The Bookseller Jobs

Posted on May 25, 2017 in Uncategorized

We’ve teamed up with The Bookseller Jobs to bring you a series events that will shine a spotlight on publishing talent around the UK, highlight roles and routes into the industry less talked about, and disrupt the idea that you must move to London to work in publishing.

The debut event will be held at Bristol’s Tobacco Factory on 12^th June, with a range of speakers including Steve Mcnaught, Director at Arkbound; Rebecca Tomlinson, Assistant Editor at Policy Press; Lyndsey Mayhew, Marketing and Publicity Manager at Crimson Publishing; and Marc Gillett, Associate Director at IOP Publishing. With additional speakers yet to be announced, the panel will explore everything from founding start-ups and freelancing, to an overall look at the publishing landscape in Bristol and Bath.

Alice Geary, SYP UK Chair said: ‘We constantly hear from members and non-members alike, asking whether they should move to London to get a job in publishing, and whilst the capital is a vibrant creative hub, it’s not for everyone and it’s certainly not the only place to see exciting and dynamic publishing. The SYP already have 5 branches around the UK – but we want to reach further and provide insight and inspiration to young and aspiring publishers everywhere.’

Lara Pace, The Bookseller Jobs said: ‘We’re looking to raise awareness of the publishing landscape throughout the UK, and explore the opportunities and talent found both in and outside of London.  The Bookseller Jobs in Books receives jobs from all over the UK- and we want to provide further insight so that everyone has the chance to be a part of this wonderful industry.’

To book tickets to SYP and The Bookseller on the Road: Bristol Edition, please head to:
www.syp-booksellerjobs-bristol.eventbrite.co.uk

About the Speakers

Steve Mcnaught is a director of Arkbound publishing and StarUp CIC. He is editor of several Bristol-based publications, including Boundless and Vocalise magazines, and helps to manage the book publishing operations of Arkbound both in the UK and internationally.
Arkbound is a publishing social enterprise that aims to support people from disadvantaged backgrounds get published. The organisation also provides a Publishing Excellence Programme for people looking to get into the industry, along with a literary award and annual competition.
Rebecca Tomlinson, Assistant Editor at Policy Press joined the team after completing a Masters in Journalism at UWE. Starting as a publishing assistant, Rebecca has held a number of roles in her 5 years at the company where she is now Assistant Editor. Until recently she also managed the Policy and Politics journal and currently works on their criminology list and trade titles alongside their Managing Director.
Policy Press is a non-profit university press committed to influencing social change through international research and scholarship and winner of the 2016 IPG Frankfurt Book Fair Academic & Professional Publisher award.
Lyndsey Mayhew, Marketing and Publicity Manager at Crimson Publishing, is a publicist and marketing consultant who has worked in the publishing industry for 18 years. With a background in local newspapers, magazines and public relations she is passionate about working with the media and managing brands and reputation. Lyndsey is also involved with Bath Festival and is obsessed with podcasts.
Crimson is an independent publisher based in Bath. Publishing high-quality books designed to improve the way people live and work, their imprints include Trotman (careers and university guides), White Ladder (pregnancy and parenting) and Time Out Guides.
Marc Gillett, Associate Director at IOP Publishing, is responsible for ensuring that the peer review of over 70 academic journals meets the requirements of authors, editors and referees. He also manages the publisher’s Rights & Permissions and Data Science functions.
IOP Publishing is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Institute of Physics, a leading scientific society promoting physics and bringing physicists together for the benefit of all. IOP Publishing provides a range of journals, ebooks, magazines, conference proceedings and websites for the scientific community.