This course offers a broad view of editing as a profession and focuses in particular on editors as communication project managers. Through readings and case studies, we’ll consider theory and practice of project management, the position of communication groups within organizations, and the responsibilities of group manager/editors within and outside the groups they manage. Participants will also learn about the roles of editors in various contexts including work groups, organizations, small presses, and publishing houses. Course participants who work as editors or writers in organizations will gain additional insight into managing communication projects; those interested in pursuing careers in editing (or writing) will gain a better understanding of what editors do.

Contact Information

Donna Kain
Department of English
East Carolina University
Office: 2139 Bate Bldg.
Phone: (252) 328-6724
E-mail: kaind@ecu.edu

Skype: donna.kain

E-mail me any questions or concerns that you have and I'll get back to you as quickly as possible. You can also post questions and comments on the discussion thread provided for that purpose on Blackboard.

PLEASE NOTE: I am not on campus much this semester. If you would like to speak to me by phone, e-mail me your phone number and a convenient time to call and I will contact you.

I can also be reached on Skype if we make arrangements to talk that way. If you don't have Skype, check it out at www.skype.com.