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Amy Thomas

Amy Thomas

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Production Systems Manager at IOP Publishing

  • Education

    • Cardiff University / Prifysgol Caerdydd

      2003 - 2006
      Bachelor of Science - BS Biochemistry and Molecular Biology 2:1

    • University of the West of England

      2006 - 2007
      MSc Science Communication Pass with Merit

      This course focuses on practical skill development and the study of both how to take science directly to the public and ways of communicating science through the media.Introductory theoretical modules included: - the rationale for the public understanding of science- understanding the audience- the role of the media in society- communication theory - models of informal learningThe next modules allowed me to develop practical skills related to taking science… Show more This course focuses on practical skill development and the study of both how to take science directly to the public and ways of communicating science through the media.Introductory theoretical modules included: - the rationale for the public understanding of science- understanding the audience- the role of the media in society- communication theory - models of informal learningThe next modules allowed me to develop practical skills related to taking science directly to the public, and new approaches to science communication, including digital media, science writing and broadcasting.In the final year, I undertook a more theoretical and research-based project on the media representation of stem cell research. Show less

    • Cardiff University / Prifysgol Caerdydd

      2003 - 2006
      Bachelor of Science - BS Biochemistry and Molecular Biology 2:1

  • Experience

    • IOP Publishing

      Jul 2007 - now

      Responsible for excellence in service quality and product delivery, supporting the on-time, on-budget publication, to agreed quality standards, of all content across journals, books and conference series.Delivery of robust quality management procedures and continuous improvement with regards to process efficiency, and manage effective collaboration across multiple key stakeholder groups, both internal and external to the organisation. Build and maintain a high performance culture with regards to customer experience, quality and the achievement of results. Show less As a Production Team Manager (PTM) I am responsible and accountable for a portfolio of products, overseeing and contributing to their publication through the complete production workflow, from receipt to final publication (digital and print).I also coordinate workload and resource management for my team’s day-to-day activities, and am responsible for performance management and development of staff with regard to quality, service and cost-effectiveness standards. To this end, I have extensive knowledge of the production process, an eye for detail, and the ability to manage staff and suppliers through the production process (in particular relating to cost control). Show less

      • Production Systems Manager

        May 2021 - now

      • Quality and Supplier Manager

        Jun 2017 - Apr 2021

      • Production Team Manager

        Jul 2015 - May 2017

      • Production Specialist

        Dec 2014 - Jul 2015

      • Production Editor

        Sept 2010 - Dec 2014

      • Publishing Editor

        Jul 2007 - Sept 2010

  • Licenses & Certifications