Carli Hansen
About Carli Hansen
Carli Hansen is an Acquisitions Editor at University of Toronto Press, where she focuses on acquiring and developing course and trade books in Anthropology and Sociology. She holds a BA in English Language and Literature from the University of Denver and has previous experience in publishing and account management.
Work at University of Toronto Press
Carli Hansen serves as an Acquisitions Editor at University of Toronto Press, a position she has held since 2019. In this role, she focuses on acquiring and developing both course books and trade books. Hansen is responsible for acquiring approximately 20 new books each year, specifically in the fields of Anthropology and Sociology. She oversees the development and growth of the publishing program in these disciplines, contributing to the academic and scholarly community.
Education and Expertise
Carli Hansen has a strong educational background in English Literature and Publishing. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in English Language and Literature from the University of Denver, where she studied from 2010 to 2014. Additionally, she attended the Denver Publishing Institute in 2014, obtaining a certificate in Publishing. Hansen also studied at Queen Mary, University of London, focusing on British and Commonwealth English Literature during a year-long study abroad program from 2012 to 2013.
Previous Experience in Publishing
Before her current role, Carli Hansen worked at Canadian Scholars as an Acquisitions Editor from 2018 to 2019, where she contributed to the acquisition of scholarly works. Prior to that, she was employed at Perseus Books Group as a Technical Account Manager for 10 months in 2015 and 2016. This experience provided her with insights into the technical aspects of publishing, enhancing her capabilities in her subsequent roles.
Focus Areas in Publishing
In her role as an Acquisitions Editor, Carli Hansen concentrates on signing and developing course and trade books. Her primary focus is on the fields of Anthropology and Sociology, where she aims to enhance the academic offerings of University of Toronto Press. Her work involves identifying emerging trends and topics within these disciplines to ensure the publication of relevant and impactful scholarly works.