Nick Michal
About Nick Michal
Nick Michal is the Associate Managing Editor at Penguin Random House in the Greater New York City Area, overseeing editorial duties for Penguin Books and Penguin Classics imprints. He has a background in publishing, project management, and marketing, with previous roles at Cambridge University Press, American Nuclear Society, and other organizations.
Current Role at Penguin Random House
Nick Michal serves as the Associate Managing Editor at Penguin Random House in the Greater New York City Area. In his role, he oversees managing editorial duties specifically for Penguin Books and Penguin Classics imprints. His responsibilities include preparing text and cover reprint corrections, coordinating schedules between editorial, production, and art departments, and setting and managing multiple meetings to ensure project timelines are met.
Previous Experience at Cambridge University Press
Nick Michal worked at Cambridge University Press as an Online Peer Review Controller from 2016 to 2018 in the Greater New York City Area. During his tenure, he was responsible for managing the online peer review systems for various publications, ensuring a smooth and efficient review process.
Editorial Roles at American Nuclear Society
From 2014 to 2016, Nick Michal served as Project Manager and Editorial Assistant at the American Nuclear Society in La Grange Park, IL. Prior to that, he worked as an Editorial Assistant for the same organization from 2013 to 2014. In these roles, he supported editorial projects and managed various editorial tasks, contributing to the organization's publishing efforts.
Educational Background
Nick Michal holds a Master of Publishing degree from New York University, which he completed in 2017. He also earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in English Language and Literature/Letters from Whitman College in 2012. His academic background has provided him with a strong foundation in both publishing and literature.
Previous Positions in Media and Publishing
Nick Michal has previous experience in various editorial and media roles. He worked as a Scriptwriting Associate at the International Children's Media Center in 2013, and as a Curriculum Writer-Editor at Wowzers from 2012 to 2013. Additionally, he held the positions of Editor-in-Chief and Cinema Director at Whitman College's Blue Moon magazine from 2011 to 2012. He also served as a Copy Editor for Quarterlife Magazine and as a Teaching Assistant and Laboratory Prep Assistant at Whitman College Biology Department.