Jennifer Di Domenico Wong
About Jennifer Di Domenico Wong
Jennifer Di Domenico Wong serves as the Manager of Social Sciences Acquisitions at University of Toronto Press, where she has worked since 2007. She has extensive experience in academic publishing, having held various editorial positions at notable companies such as Allyn and Bacon, Houghton Mifflin, and McGraw-Hill Ryerson.
Work at University of Toronto Press
Jennifer Di Domenico Wong has been employed at University of Toronto Press since 2007. Initially serving as an Acquisitions Editor, she transitioned to the role of Manager, Social Sciences Acquisitions in 2017. In her current position, she oversees the acquisition of scholarly works in the social sciences, contributing to the development of the press's academic publishing portfolio. Her extensive experience in the field allows her to effectively lead initiatives that enhance the quality and relevance of published materials.
Education and Expertise
Jennifer Di Domenico Wong holds a Master of Arts in English from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, where she studied from 1995 to 1998. She also earned a Bachelor of Arts in English and Creative Writing from Oberlin College, completing her studies there from 1993 to 1995. Her educational background supports her skills in content development and text editing, particularly within academic and professional publishing. Additionally, she possesses expertise in leading change within the publishing industry, which informs her strategic decisions at University of Toronto Press.
Background in Publishing
Prior to her tenure at University of Toronto Press, Jennifer Di Domenico Wong held various editorial positions in the publishing industry. She worked as an Editorial Assistant at Allyn and Bacon, Pearson Education from 1999 to 2000. Following this, she served as an Associate Editor at Houghton Mifflin from 2000 to 2001. She then joined McGraw-Hill Ryerson, where she held multiple roles, including Senior Developmental Editor from 2001 to 2003 and Managing Editor, Development from 2004 to 2007. These roles provided her with a comprehensive understanding of the publishing process.
Skills and Communication
Jennifer Di Domenico Wong is skilled in content development and text editing, with a focus on academic and professional publishing. Her role at University of Toronto Press benefits from her entrepreneurial communication skills, which she applies to foster collaboration and innovation within her team. These skills enable her to effectively navigate the complexities of the publishing landscape and to engage with authors and stakeholders in meaningful ways.