Susan Schwartz
About Susan Schwartz
Susan Schwartz is the Executive Managing Editor at Penguin Random House in New York City, overseeing more than 80 titles per year and managing editorial teams.
Company
Susan Schwartz is currently working at Penguin Random House, headquartered in New York City. Penguin Random House is one of the world's leading publishing companies, known for producing a wide array of books across various genres and collaborating with renowned authors. At this company, Susan plays a pivotal role in ensuring the production of high-quality books.
Title
Susan Schwartz holds the position of Executive Managing Editor at Penguin Random House. In this capacity, she oversees the editorial process of more than 80 titles annually. Her role involves managing schedules, supervising a team of three or more production editors and assistant managing editors, and ensuring that all editorial tasks are executed efficiently.
Education and Expertise
Susan Schwartz graduated from Stony Brook University with a Bachelor's degree in English Language and Literature, General. She brings extensive experience in copyediting, proofreading, and checking corrections on various types of manuscripts and promotional materials. Her educational background and expertise enable her to handle complex nonfiction projects, extensively rewritten materials, and works with a significant amount of art.
Professional Background
Susan Schwartz has previously worked with Delacorte Press and Dutton Adult hardcovers and paperbacks at Penguin Random House. Additionally, she has freelanced for numerous imprints, including Grand Central Publishing, Viking, Penguin, Putnam, Avery, Workman, Plume, Dell, among others. Her professional background is characterized by her ability to manage crash projects with short deadlines without compromising quality.
Editorial Role and Responsibilities
As Executive Managing Editor, Susan Schwartz works closely with the production, design, and editorial departments to ensure the timely and quality production of books. Her responsibilities include identifying repetitions and inconsistencies in manuscripts, overseeing various editorial tasks, and ensuring that all projects meet the company's quality standards. She plays a crucial role in the editorial process, contributing to the success of Penguin Random House's publications.