Sun Robinson Smith
About Sun Robinson Smith
Sun Robinson Smith is an Assistant Editor at Penguin Random House, with a diverse background in publishing, education, and administration.
Current Role at Penguin Random House
Sun Robinson Smith is currently serving as an Assistant Editor at Penguin Random House. She is involved with both One World and Roc Lit 101, leveraging her editorial skills and experience to support the publication of diverse and impactful literary works. Her role focuses on working with authors, managing manuscripts, and ensuring the quality of published content.
Past Editorial Experience at Workman Publishing
From 2018 to 2021, Sun Robinson Smith worked at Workman Publishing as an Assistant Editor in New York, New York. During her three-year tenure, she contributed to various editorial projects, coordinating with writers and editors to produce high-quality publications. Her role included manuscript editing, proofreading, and collaborating with the editorial team to meet publishing deadlines.
Education Background and Specialization
Sun Robinson Smith has an extensive educational background. She studied Copyediting and Proofreading at New York University in 2019. Previously, she completed the Publishing Course UK at Columbia University in 2017. Smith holds a Bachelor's Degree in English (Creative Writing) and Art History from Colgate University. Her academic training has equipped her with the skills and knowledge necessary for her editorial and publishing career.
Professional Journey in Various Roles
Smith's professional journey includes diverse roles across different industries. She worked as Flexible Fulfillment at Target and as Office Admin Lead (Temp) at Hill-Rom in the Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area. Additionally, she held the position of Realtime Captioner at CaptionMax and was the Office Manager at Building Blocks Learning Academy. Her other roles include Account Manager and Team Leader at Cooper Concepts and English Instructor at institutes in Seoul, Korea.
Commitment to Inclusion and Dynamic Work Environments
Sun Robinson Smith has a strong focus on including diverse perspectives in her work, finding the most enjoyment in creative and fast-paced settings. She believes that nervousness can be a catalyst for growth, which is why she thrives in dynamic and challenging environments. Smith is committed to the Black Lives Matter movement and enjoys meeting different kinds of people while taking on new challenges.