Katy Roberts
About Katy Roberts
Katy Roberts is a Marketing Manager for Open Access Journals at the American Chemical Society, where she has worked since 2021. She has a diverse background in marketing and public relations, with previous roles at Oxford University Press and other organizations in the United Kingdom.
Work at American Chemical Society
Katy Roberts serves as the Marketing Manager for Open Access Journals at the American Chemical Society (ACS) since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for developing and implementing marketing strategies and campaigns for various ACS Open Access titles, including ACS Central Science, JACS Au, and ACS Omega. Her focus is on driving growth in submissions, usage, and overall profile of these journals. Katy collaborates closely with Editors and Editorial colleagues to meet annual objectives set for the Open Access journals.
Previous Experience in Marketing and Sales
Prior to her current role, Katy Roberts held several positions in marketing and sales. She worked at Oxford University Press in various capacities, including Marketing Assistant, Marketing Executive, and Portfolio Marketing Executive from 2015 to 2021. Before that, she was a Marketing Administrator at Dogs for the Disabled from 2014 to 2015. Katy also gained experience as a Sales Assistant at BHS and The Perfume Shop, and as a Sales Advisor at H&M, contributing to her comprehensive background in customer engagement and sales strategies.
Education and Expertise
Katy Roberts completed her A-Levels in History, Geography, and Drama at Chenderit School from 2003 to 2010. She furthered her education at Sheffield Hallam University, where she studied Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication from 2011 to 2014. During her time at university, she achieved qualifications in Public Relations and Media, equipping her with the skills necessary for her marketing career.
Internship and Early Career
Katy began her professional journey as a Public Relations Intern at Twelve Consultancy in 2013, where she worked for one month. This internship provided her with foundational experience in public relations, which she later applied in her marketing roles. Additionally, she served as a Student Ambassador at Sheffield Hallam University from 2011 to 2012, further enhancing her communication skills and understanding of the educational sector.