Drew Smith
About Drew Smith
Drew Smith is the Senior Imprint Manager, International Sales at Penguin Random House, managing international priorities and a global sales team.
Current Role at Penguin Random House
Drew Smith holds the position of Senior Imprint Manager, International Sales (PRHPS) at Penguin Random House. Based in New York, New York, Drew plays a pivotal role in managing international priorities and sales opportunities for over 50 client publishers. Drew oversees a global sales force consisting of over 40 individuals and manages the Associate Imprint Manager, International Sales.
Previous Experience at Penguin Random House
Before becoming a Senior Imprint Manager, Drew worked at Penguin Random House in various capacities. From 2019 to 2021, Drew served as Sales Manager, International Sales. Prior to that, Drew was the Associate Manager, International Sales from 2016 to 2019. These roles have helped in building extensive expertise in international sales and client management.
Employment History at Simon and Schuster
Drew Smith has also worked at Simon and Schuster, initially as an Analyst in Demand Planning/Supply Chain for the Children's Division in 2016 for 11 months. Following that role, Drew served as Sales Coordinator, Custom Publishing, from 2014 to 2016. These roles provided valuable experience in supply chain logistics and custom publishing projects.
Academic Background
Drew Smith earned a Master of Professional Writing degree from the University of Southern California, graduating in 2008. Additionally, Drew holds a Bachelor’s degree in English Writing from Butler University, which was obtained in 2006.
Teaching Experience
Drew has an extensive background in academia, having served as adjunct faculty in English at multiple institutions. This includes positions at CUNY-Hostos Community College and The College of New Rochelle from 2011 to 2013, and at the University of Phoenix from 2011 to 2016. Drew also taught online courses at Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana from 2010 to 2013.
Freelancing and Early Career
Before transitioning to senior roles in publishing, Drew worked as a Publishing Freelancer from 2009 to 2012. This self-employed role was based in the Greater New York City Area. Drew's early career also includes a position as Subsidiary Rights Assistant at Harlequin from 2012 to 2014.