Publicist Marketing and Foreign Rights Manager at University of Michigan Press - Ann Arbor, MI, US
The University of Michigan Press's academic and regional publishing programs boast all the virtues of traditional not-for-profit scholarly publishing: commitment to selectivity, integrity of vetting processes, and a rigorous approach to sustainability. Whether publishing a scholarly monograph, a textbook, or a title of special regional interest, the Press is known for its high standards. And when it comes to metrics for success in the largely digital world of scholarly communication, we are setting the standards.The Press's integral position within the University of Michigan Library enhances our dedication to the preservation, accessibility, and discoverability of the works we publish. We pioneered the development of robust and intuitive digital platforms. We continue to develop the technological and intellectual property infrastructure our authors need to commit their work to the durable scholarly record. A passion for accessibility and discoverability guides our approach to producing easily readable and searchable materials; our search for pragmatic open access solutions aims to address the challenges of the market. By leveraging technology, we enable our authors' work to reach readers around the world, including those outside the academy. In the digital arena, Michigan excels, and indeed, is leader and best in the field.