Christopher Dreyer
Ann Arbor,MI
Summary
A project management specialist and publishing professional, with broad experience at all stages of the process, with a focus on acquisitions and editorial roles. Committed to ethical publishing, with a focus on transparent business and responsible models, especially regarding author rights and digital publications. Skilled with small lists to large multi-year initiatives, as well as training and workflow improvement.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Assistant / Stewardship
UM, Office of University Development
04.2023 - Current
- Provided administrative management for Senior Executive Director. Handled confidential and sensitive information with discretion and tact. Managed executive email, calendars, scheduling meetings and appointments.
- Prepared travel arrangements, including itineraries and reservations, as well as provided logistic support for events and donors. Processed travel expenses and reimbursements for executive and affiliated partners.
- Supported successful donor events, fostering a sense of community among supporters and promoting long-term engagement, as well as drawing new members.
- Assisted in creating compelling marketing materials to showcase organizational impact, attracting new donors and retaining existing ones. Designed and edited promotional publications such as brochures.
Acquiring Editor
University of Michigan Press
07.2016 - 04.2023
- Acquire titles in Area Studies, Political Science, International Studies; manage active series and backlist collections
- Client management and cultivation of distribution agreements with campus partners, as well as facilitate transitions from distribution to comprehensive publication support
- Secure subvention and grant support from campus and external organizations, to ensure sustainable publishing programs in underserved areas
- Coordinate and attend annual conferences and exhibits, creating necessary marketing and promotional materials
- Collaborate with the University of Michigan’s International Institute and Asia Library, aligning strategic goals of inclusivity, faculty/staff support, and outreach across campus
Editorial Associate
University of Michigan Press
04.2008 - 07.2016
- Administrated the database and filing systems for publications and projects of several editors, as well as handled mailing, scheduling, and meeting preparation
- Coordinated the peer-review, development, and delivery of manuscript projects to copy-editing and production staff
- Developed communication between authors and Michigan Publishing staff, as well as internal communication between departments
- Assisted in several large projects, notably the University’s transition into digital media and sales restructuring of the Press
- Served as a personal assistant to both associate and senior editors; managing the preparation of manuscripts and meeting materials
- Directly trained student and junior employees, created training and reference guides for new hires and their onboarding
Teaching Assistant, Summer Bridge Program
University of Michigan, Comprehensive Studies Program
06.2011 - 08.2011
- Supported a summer composition course, designed to ensure that incoming freshmen would be adequately prepared for the rigor of academic writing at the university level
- Held regular conference sessions with students, regarding both composition and university life, as individual sessions and group workshops
- Prepared lessons and remained in regular consultation with the professor regarding student achievement and difficulties
Teaching Assistant
University of Michigan, Sweetland Center for Writing
08.2010 - 12.2010
- Assisted the teaching of an introductory level composition course, designed to acclimate new undergraduates to writing for an academic audience
- Prepared frequent lessons and in-class exercises/discussions
- Graded quizzes and other student work, and remained in regular consultation with the professor regarding student achievement and difficulties
- Held bi-weekly appointments in which students received one on one review of their writing assignments
Tutor
University of Michigan, Sweetland Center for Writing
12.2009 - 05.2010
- Helped develop and run writing sessions for university students of all levels
- Provided professional educational assistance for the writing of students from numerous backgrounds
- Participated in advocating policy revision in the Writing Center and training for the incoming tutors, in order to improve efficiency and effectiveness
- Took the requisite coursework and training required of all Sweetland Tutors, involving both practical session-work and educational theory
Education
B.A. - English Language And Literature, Asian Languages And Cultures
University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI01.2010
Skills
- Project management
- Editing and proofreading
- Client/Partner relations
- Marketing and communications
Panels and Workshops
- Midwest Conference on Asian Affairs, Presidential Panel on Scholarly Publishing in Asian Studies (Panel)
- University of Michigan Center for Japanese Studies, Academic Publishing in Theatre and Performance (Session)
- University of Michigan International Institute Round Table. Open Access Publishing in Asian Studies (Panel)
- University of Michigan Nam Center for Korean Studies Graduate Student Conference (NEKST), Professional Development Workshop: Publishing in Korean Studies (Session)
- Midwest Conference on Asian Affairs, Presidential Panel on Scholarly Publishing in Asian Studies (Panel)
- University of Michigan Center for Japanese Studies, Academic Publishing in Theatre and Performance (Session)
- University of Michigan Department of Communication Studies, From Dissertation to First Book (Session)
- University of Findlay, Introduction to Academic Publishing (Undergraduate Lecture)
- German Studies Association 2017, Publishing In German Studies (Roundtable)
Projects
Michigan Asian Studies Open Access Books Collection, Co-Project Director
Access Link: https://securegrants.neh.gov/publicquery/main.aspx?f=1&gn=HZ-259485-18
The University of Michigan Press collaborated with the Asia Library and Centers for Japanese, Chinese, South Asian and Southeast Asian Studies to create freely available ebook versions of significant books about Asia published at U-M over the last 50 years. These free-to-read, high quality works about the history and culture of Asian countries will be actively marketed to promote public understanding of the region at a time when this is especially important. The project will also advance campus collaboration and catalyze a reinvigorated Asian studies front list publishing program. Based on usage tracking and advisory group input select titles will be further enhanced through creation of new editions and multimedia enrichment on the next-gen Fulcrum publishing platform. [White Paper Available]
Volunteer Experience
- Birmingham Historical Society, Researcher & Database Management
- Japan Student Association, UMICH, Faculty/Staff Affiliate, Volunteer
Affiliations
- Association of American University Presses (AAUP)
- German Studies Association (GSA)
- Association for Asian Studies (AAS)
Timeline
Executive Assistant / Stewardship
UM, Office of University Development
04.2023 - Current
Acquiring Editor
University of Michigan Press
07.2016 - 04.2023
Teaching Assistant, Summer Bridge Program
University of Michigan, Comprehensive Studies Program
06.2011 - 08.2011
Teaching Assistant
University of Michigan, Sweetland Center for Writing
08.2010 - 12.2010
Tutor
University of Michigan, Sweetland Center for Writing
12.2009 - 05.2010
Editorial Associate
University of Michigan Press
04.2008 - 07.2016
B.A. - English Language And Literature, Asian Languages And Cultures
University of Michigan
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