Project Manager, Thomson Learning/West Publishing

Ann Hoffman
Major(s): English
Minor(s): Art History, Humanities and Political Science
Additional Degrees: I'm considering a masters degree in Social Work
Current Job Title: Project Manager
Organization: Thomson Learning/West Publishing

Brief description of your job:
I take college textbook manuscripts and design the covers and interiors of the texts, put photo and art programs together, get input from authors and editors, hire copy editors and freelancers (if needed) and manage the manuscipts through the production and printing process.

Other job titles you have held:
Promotion Manager, Sales Rep and freelancer

How have you found these positions?
Mostly through work contacts.

What skills from your degree do you use in your current work?
Writing, reading and communication skills.

What advice do you have for current students?
Do as many internships and get as much job experience as you can while in school, even if it delays graduation. Work experience is valuable to employers. A variety of experience in your chosen field is attractive to employers.