Rebecca Brown
About Rebecca Brown
Rebecca Brown is an Editor at Ladybird, Penguin Random House, with a diverse background in publishing and content production, including roles at Egmont Publishing UK and The Scottish Government.
Title: Editor, Ladybird
Rebecca Brown is currently working as an Editor at Ladybird, a division of Penguin Random House. She joined the company in July 2019. In her role, she is responsible for overseeing the development and publication of children's books and educational material. Her position involves collaborating with authors, illustrators, and other editorial staff to ensure high-quality content is delivered.
Professional Experience at Egmont Publishing UK
Before joining Ladybird, Rebecca Brown gained significant experience at Egmont Publishing UK. She served as an Assistant Editor for 11 months between 2018 and 2019. Prior to that, she worked as an Editorial Assistant focusing on Picture Books and Gifts from 2015 to 2018. These roles allowed her to develop skills in editorial management, content planning, and manuscript editing.
Early Career Positions
Rebecca Brown's early career involved multiple roles across various organizations. In 2015, she worked briefly as a Digital Content Producer for The Scottish Government in Edinburgh. She also held a Temporary Marketing Assistant position at Floris Books the same year. Additionally, she gained marketing experience as an intern at Linen Press from 2014 to 2015 and as an intern at Floris Books from 2013 to 2014.
Reviewing and Sub-editing Experience
Rebecca Brown has substantial experience in content review and sub-editing. She worked as a reviewer for The Public Reviews from 2012 to 2014 and for The Student newspaper from 2010 to 2012. In 2012, she also undertook a role as a sub-editor and reviewer for Broadway Baby. These roles involved evaluating written content, providing feedback, and ensuring alignment with editorial standards.
Educational Background
Rebecca Brown holds a Master of Arts degree in English and Scottish Literature from The University of Edinburgh, which she completed in 2012. She furthered her education by obtaining an MSc in Publishing with Distinction from Edinburgh Napier University in 2014. Her academic background provides a robust foundation for her editorial work, combining literary analysis and publishing knowledge.