Melissa Baker

Melissa Baker is an experienced publishing professional with a strong focus on digital and editorial management. Currently serving as Group Digital Director and Head of Digital at Octopus Publishing Group since January 2019, Baker oversees a wide array of titles and products. As Editorial and Digital Manager at John Murray (Publishers) Limited since January 2014, Baker manages multiple imprints and a significant annual sales budget. Previous roles include Freelance Editor, Project Editor at Hodder Consumer Learning, Operations Manager at Tindal Street Press, and Assistant Editor at Little, Brown Book Group. Melissa Baker holds a degree in English Literature and Language from the University of Birmingham.