Bridget Price

I form part of the Propositions Team, contributing to the development and delivery of the business strategy in ELT. Tasked with delivering US-specific products within the sector portfolio strategy, I collaborate closely with the Product Manager and Head of Delivery to create innovative solutions, ensuring products align with platforms and capabilities. I lead the delivery team through the end-to-end Product Lifecycle Management process. My expertise spans ELT pedagogy, content creation, and classroom technologies, complemented by a strong track record in stakeholder management and team leadership.

Grant administration and stakeholder mapping for major placemaking programs in infrastructure and urban planning. My role involved drafting and monitoring project plans, offering advice to support scope changes, governance, compliance, and risk management. I established efficient liaison channels with departmental staff, fostering effective communication between the Minister's office, the Department, and key stakeholders. My responsibilities extended to the management of project document workflows, where I adeptly prepared confidential operational documents, briefing papers, and reports. This experience honed my skills in navigating the complexities of grant administration and project coordination in dynamic urban planning environments.

Extensive research and analysis to write 16 interactive audio books tailored for children aged 5-9. This involved synthesizing information from diverse sources to understand various facets of travel destinations in North America and Europe, including budget considerations, optimal travel routes, child-friendly sites, culinary options, weather patterns, and hidden gems. These books were crafted with a special emphasis on key travel destinations in North America and Europe, providing young listeners with an immersive and educational journey through captivating storytelling. This experience allowed me to blend my research skills with creativity, contributing to a unique and enriching content creation process.

I played a central role orchestrating end-to-end events aimed at fortifying stakeholder engagement and championing transformative approaches to government collaboration with Aboriginal arts and cultural practitioners. As part of this, I helped manage public art commissions as part of the substantial $198 million Parramatta Road Urban Amenity Program. My responsibilities also extended to researching and crafting an in-depth NSW First Nations literature strategy led and informed by First Nations leaders in the sector. Moreover, I coordinated creative grant programs from inception to completion, contributing to the enrichment of the artistic community. Throughout these initiatives, I leveraged my skills in devising reports, key briefs, speeches, and presentations for major arts and cultural programs, ensuring effective communication and strategic alignment. This multifaceted experience allowed me to thrive at the intersection of event coordination, cultural advocacy, and strategic program development.

I played a pivotal role in providing pedagogical advice for the prestigious POEM FOREST National Nature Poetry Prize Learning Resource. This involved developing tailored poetry activities for commissioned works from esteemed Australian and First Nation poets. I actively contributed to shaping the design narrative of the Learning Resource and established the core Style Guide. The project achieved remarkable outcomes, including the publication of 5008 poems, the planting of over 5000 trees, and the commissioning of 12 Elders and poets. The initiative garnered substantial engagement with over 94,991 interactions on the RRP website. Workshops organized during the project engaged more than 3500 students, and the initiative received significant media coverage through 18 profiles. This success underscores the project's broad reach and its effectiveness in fostering a deeper connection between education, culture, and nature.

I played a crucial role in ensuring operational efficiency and the successful execution of projects. Meticulously managing schedules and budgets, I navigated major deadlines with precision. I took the lead in sourcing, briefing, and managing a freelance team comprising authors, development editors, and copy editors. Additionally, I maintained a hands-on approach, supervising core project materials to guarantee their alignment with strategic KPIs and project briefs. Contract management and overseeing project teams were integral components of my responsibilities. This experience not only honed my skills in project leadership and team management but also showcased my dedication to delivering impactful outcomes in a dynamic professional environment.

I served as the Editorial Lead for the core Secondary team in Mexico, showcasing expertise in end-to-end project management of key secondary courses tailored for the Latin American markets. My responsibilities included the strategic sourcing and commissioning of a diverse team, spanning authors, development editors, copy editors, proofreaders, checkers, producers, voice artists, and actors, covering print, digital, audio, and video formats. Adept at financial oversight, I managed project budgets and implemented a comprehensive fees matrix for freelancers. Juggling multiple complexities, I successfully orchestrated parallel schedules across various projects and books. Recognizing the unique market needs of Mexico, Brazil, and other American English markets, I represented the Secondary sector in the development of courses. I remained at the forefront of industry trends in ELT and ESL, contributing to core team reports and updates. Additionally, I played a pivotal role in content development for both local and global courses, collaborating closely with Publishers and Commissioning Editors. My tenure was marked by effective stakeholder management, emphasizing a comprehensive skill set in leadership, coordination, and strategic foresight.

I took on the role of Creative Lead for major titles across diverse segments, where my innovative approach served as a driving force. I co-led up to 15 in-house staff and coordinated an extensive network of freelancers. As part of my responsibilities, I meticulously supervised general management, budgets, and schedules for each project, ensuring seamless support for lead editors. I played a key role in shaping and executing the annual publishing plan, collaborating closely with design and production teams throughout the entire publication process. My versatility extended to crafting compelling copy and briefs for all print specifications. I participated in meetings with influential stakeholders in the public sector, such as school directors, coordinators, and heads of Education. This proactive engagement served as a valuable channel to incorporate crucial insights into each product's developmental stages, underlining my commitment to effective stakeholder collaboration and product excellence.

Responsibilities: - Market research and prototype testing in the market. - End-to-end management of print, digital and audio components. - Oversaw all levels and supervising each team, as well as monitoring the material and final proofs. - Defined the core design and master template for each genre of literature. - Designed the activities and test material to accompany each piece of literature. - Lead editor on literature books for Grades 5 & 6 in the Primary sector.

Responsibilities: - Designed a key literature program for Secondary schools in Latin America. - Commissioned texts across all grades and genres. - Designed and created all of the projects / real-life case studies based on the selected literature at hand. - Wrote all Students’ Books and their accompanying Teachers Guides for each term within each semester.

Approved by UNAM.