Accomplished editorial, design, and creative strategy expert with more than 20 years of experience developing and leading bestselling print and digital projects for some of the world’s most notable people and brands. If your looking for a candidate with the rare hybrid skills of editorial and communications expertise, design and creative savvy, and brand strategy skills, who is also a highly organized project manager with an entrepreneurial spirit, I've created bestselling illustrated and literary books for Oprah, Kobe (and other non single-named personalities), led acclaimed print and digital magazines, and even founded multiple editorial properties of my own. Core Competencies:• Writing• Editing• Content Development• Editorial Strategy• Design and Creative Direction• Brand Strategy• Project Management• Partnership Development• Production and Print ManagementKey Accomplishments:• Edited, developed, and produced two #1 New York Times bestselling illustrated books with Oprah Winfrey (Food, Health, and Happiness and The Wisdom of Sundays).• Launched highly successful strategy, branding, and identity development group for acclaimed New York hospitality company, growing revenue from $400k annually to more than $1.8 million in under two years • As EIC of Print, I led the 80 year old ASME Award-winning design magazine and conceived and launched multiple brand extensions and oversaw social media growth to nearly 1 million followers• Conceived and launched, Shift, an environmentally focused print and digital magazine that won the NYU Business Plan competition and $100,000 in seed moneyWith a passion for storytelling in all its many forms, I'm able to bring a unique creative understanding to an idea or a brand, form a clear and smart strategy for its positioning, and deliver a winning product or campaign on time and on budget. Plus I have extensive knowledge and insight into all current and emerging media trends, a proven track record of success, and unparalleled industry contacts. Reach out if you’d like to talk about the possibility of working together: aaronkenedi[at]gmail[dot]com