Alaina Christensen
About Alaina Christensen
Alaina Christensen is a Production Editor at Penguin Random House with over a decade of experience in the book publishing industry, including roles at Taylor & Francis Group and various universities.
Current Role at Penguin Random House
Alaina Christensen works as a Production Editor at Penguin Random House. In her role, she manages production processes for a variety of publications. Her responsibilities include coordinating with authors, editors, and designers to ensure timely and accurate publication of books. Her extensive experience in both academic and commercial publishing supports her capacity to handle complex production tasks efficiently.
Previous Position at Taylor & Francis Group
Before joining Penguin Random House, Alaina Christensen served as a Senior Production Editor at Taylor & Francis Group from 2015 to 2020. During her tenure, she was responsible for overseeing the production of academic and professional publications. Her role involved project management, quality control, and liaising with various stakeholders to ensure high standards were met consistently.
Educational Background in English Literature and Humanities
Alaina Christensen has a robust educational background that anchors her career in book publishing. She earned a Master of Arts in English Literature from Colorado State University, studying from 2008 to 2010. Prior to that, she completed her Bachelor of Arts in Humanities at Western Oregon University, where she studied from 2003 to 2007. Her academic training provides a strong foundation for her editorial and production work in the publishing industry.
Early Career and Transition to Book Publishing
Alaina began her professional journey in the book industry as a Sales Clerk/Shipper/Closer at The Book Bin in 2007. She later worked in various administrative roles at university settings, including positions at Colorado State University and the University of Southern California. Her transition to book publishing occurred in 2015 when she moved from her administrative role at USC to Taylor & Francis Group, marking a significant shift in her career trajectory.
Experience in University Administration
Alaina has accumulated significant experience in university administration, beginning as a Student Administrative Assistant at Western Oregon University from 2004 to 2006. She continued in various administrative roles at Colorado State University, including serving as a Coordinator at CIRA. From 2013 to 2014, she worked at the University of Southern California in both Administrative Assistant and Administrative Assistant II roles. These positions honed her project management and organizational skills, which are invaluable in her current work as a production editor.