Derek Reed
About Derek Reed
Derek Reed is an Executive Editor at Penguin Random House in New York, specializing in non-fiction titles in history and biography.
Company
Derek Reed is currently affiliated with Penguin Random House, one of the largest publishing houses in the world. He holds multiple roles within the organization, including Executive Editor, Senior Editor for the Random House Publishing Group, and Editor for The Crown Publishing Group. His work is primarily based in New York, NY. Reed has been with Penguin Random House for several years, working in various capacities since he joined as an intern in 2011.
Title
Derek Reed's current title at Penguin Random House is Executive Editor. In addition to this role, he also serves as Senior Editor for the Random House Publishing Group and Editor for The Crown Publishing Group. His responsibilities in these roles involve acquiring and developing non-fiction titles, with a special focus on history and biography.
Education and Expertise
Derek Reed studied at The King's College in New York City, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Media, Culture, and the Arts between 2008 and 2012. His educational background has provided him with a strong foundation in media and cultural studies, which he applies to his editorial work. Reed also attended Keller High School from 2004 to 2008.
Professional Background
Before his current roles, Derek Reed held several positions at Penguin Random House, starting as an intern from 2011 to 2012. He then served as an Editorial Assistant with The Crown Publishing Group from 2012 to 2014. Previously, he was a Media Lab Assistant at The King's College from 2010 to 2012. His extensive experience in various editorial roles has equipped him with the skills necessary for his senior positions in the publishing industry.
Achievements
Derek Reed has led the editorial team for several New York Times bestselling books. He specializes in acquiring and developing non-fiction titles, notably in the genres of history and biography. Reed has been a guest speaker at the annual BookExpo America conference, demonstrating his expertise and influence in the industry. Additionally, he mentors junior editors and interns at Penguin Random House and serves on the advisory board of a literary non-profit organization in New York City.