Professional Summary

Accomplished Editor with 11 years of experience in the publishing industry. Developed and taught graduate-level course on independent publishing for MFA candidates interested in publishing careers. Mentored junior-level assistants and editors to mid-level and senior-level promotions, including direction on manuscript editing and copyediting for grammar and style. Existing relationships with writers, journalists, editors, publishers, and agents.

Work Experience

Executive-Level Editor

Kevin Anderson and Associates

June 2025 – Present

·       Draft for clients a critical review & analysis of their manuscripts, which includes specific and general feedback on all aspects of the manuscript’s flow, structure, story arc, character development, plot structure, cohesiveness, marketability, and readability, as well as any other issues that may affect the quality of the book.

·       Provide guidance and instruction on how to best implement needed revisions, additions, and excisions with a thorough editorial review.

·       Submit critique and feedback with of page-by-page liner notes and a separate analysis document.

Founder and Executive Editor

Regular Genius

January 2025 - Present

·       Manuscript proposal consultation to pitch a book to publishers or literary agents, including a compelling overview, an author bio highlighting credentials, and sample chapters showcasing the writing style. 

·       Comprehensive full editorial process that refines a book at multiple levels, including developmental, structural, line, and copy editing to strengthen the manuscript’s impact, readability, and marketability, preparing it for submission or publication.

·       Ghostwriting service to capture clients’ voice, ideas, and experiences, often conducting interviews and research to ensure authenticity, in the development of content—such as books, articles, or speeches—on behalf of someone else, who is credited as the author.

Editor in Chief

Soft Skull Press, New York, NY

February 2021 – November 2024

·       Contributed to a diverse publishing catalog by acquiring and developing an average of 12 new book projects annually, achieving 70% increase in book sales revenue over a 3-year period

·       Developed P&Ls for all prospective new titles by incorporating sales and print projections, which contributed to Soft Skull’s book sales revenue increase

·       Directly participated in auctions and deal points for all relevant acquisitions to secure territory rights for subrights revenue and advance dollars to improve title profitability

·       Mentored junior-level assistants and editors to mid-level and senior-level promotions, including direction on manuscript editing and copyediting for grammar and style.

Distinguished Visiting Professor

Publishing Laboratory, University of North Carolina Wilmington

April 2024

·       Developed and a taught a three-day on-campus, in-person course at the Publishing Laboratory, within the College of Humanities, Social Sciences, & the Arts at the University of North Carolina Wilmington. Course comprised of eleven students who elected to attend all three days.

·       Purpose of the course was to give an overview of independent publishing from the perspective of a literary editor overseeing a publishing imprint in New York, with a biographical sketch and a brief presentation of the titles published by the imprint.

·       The course evolved into a deep dive into the financial and market realities of independent publishing, best practices to overcome challenges to meet editorial and business needs, and strategies to collaborate across fields within publishing to establish cross-channels of communication and assistance to further mentor and shape the future industry

·       Course included student-led discussions and questions about the industry, writing exercises, and continued mentorship by email and video after completion of the class to any interested students wishing to seek guidance for the next stage of their careers.

Executive Editor

Catapult Book Group, New York, NY

August 2020 – February 2021

·       Developed P&Ls for all prospective new titles by incorporating sales and print projections, which contributed to CBG’s book sales revenue increase

·       Directly participated in auctions and deal points for all relevant acquisitions to secure territory rights for subrights revenue and advance dollars to improve title profitability

·       Mentored junior-level assistants and editors to mid-level and senior-level promotions, including direction on manuscript editing and copyediting for grammar and style.

·       Enhanced market positioning and discoverability of titles by preparing and refining title information sheets, including writing and editing descriptive jacket copy, communicating each book’s unique value and voice

Editor, Books and Magazine

Catapult Books and Catapult Magazine, New York, NY

June 2017 – July 2020

·       Acquired and developed 6 front list titles annually

·       With consultation from the publisher, developed P&Ls for all prospective new titles, including researching internal and external comps

·       Commissioned and edited essays for Catapult Magazine, focusing on personal growth, self- help, and cultural criticism.

·       Played a key role in shaping the editorial direction and voice of Catapult Magazine by supporting the magazine’s editor-in-chief in a leadership capacity, increasing the number of daily posts to support projected traffic and readership forecasts.

Associate Web Editor

Catapult Magazine, New York, NY

August 2015 – June 2017

·       Commissioned and edited short fiction and nonfiction for Catapult's daily magazine.

·       Worked with emerging and established writers to develop compelling content.

·       Managed the editorial calendar and coordinated with the editorial team to ensure timely publication.

Education & Training

·       Course study for Bachelor of Arts in Journalism, Temple University, 1999-2001

·       Yale Publishing Course, August 2016

·       Disquiet International Literary Program, June-July 2024

·       Dual BA – MA Program, Independent Study in International Theory and Philosophy, The New School, August 2025 – Present

Skills

Teaching, Course Development, English Language, Grammar, Usage, and Style, Public Speaking, Publishing, Project Management, Proofreading, Layout design, Organizational skills, Territory rights and Royalty Negotiations

Manuscript Editorial Development, Excellent Attention to Detail, Public Speaking and Presentation, Staff Support and Mentoring, Proficiency in

Microsoft Word, PowerPoint for Decks, Excel, Outlook, Teams, and Google Workspace.