Alrica Goldstein Email & Phone Number

Reno, Nevada Area

From the high desert of Reno, Nevada, Keystone Canyon Press publishes great books that challenge who we are, explore what we think, and impact what we do. Our authors share authentic voices in an engaging way, speaking to the thoughtful adult reader of nonfiction and the enthusiastic young reader just discovering the joy of books. We want our books and ebooks to spark conversations that empower and inspire. Who we are shapes and embodies how we live. We strive to change the landscape together and make the world a better place.

Reno, Nevada Area

• Manage large team of skilled freelancers including copyedit, indexing, typesetting, and design• Establish and maintain design and editorial direction for the press based on trends and mission• Acquire books in wide range of topics including scholarly, nonfiction, memoirs, and fiction• Maintain budgets and schedules to accommodate the needs of the press and the marketing manager• Represent press at national and regional conferences• Edit, design, and write catalog and promotional material as needed• Collaborate with the director to determine appropriateness of manuscripts under consideration• Prepare files for press and for ebook distribution• Research and implement updated technology to improve efficiency or flexibility

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Lancaster, Pa

Managed the editorial and production processes of a quarterly professional medical journal including: brainstorming and pursuing story ideas, coordinating manuscript and art submissions, editing/proofreading submitted manuscripts, layout and art production, collaborating with writers from all backgrounds, technical support, press submissions, website creation, marketing and advertising support, and using Google Analytics to drive internet views. My experience in publishing and big picture thinking allowed me to reduce the costs from $130K/issue to $30K/issue and double our outreach.

Lancaster, Pennsylvania Area

The Lancaster County PArtners for Gifted Education (LC PAGE) is a volunteer, nonprofit group of parents, school staff, and students who work to raise awareness of gifted students' educational needs and parenting challenges. We continue to advocate for better gifted education opportunities in school districts throughout Lancaster County, PA.

Des Moines, Ia

Acquired and edited books from manuscript to bound books in the lifestyle categories including self-help, health, home-improvement, parenting, and children's. Received critical acclaim for editorial quality - including a starred review in PW and an ALA Best Book for Young Readers. Responsible for estimating and meeting P&Ls for each book where I developed a reputation for bringing books in on-time and under-budget. Wrote and edited catalog copy and marketing sell sheets. Supported new and established authors, including some celebrities. Worked effectively with a team that included authors, designers, printers, marketing, and management.

New York, Ny

Participated in story sessions for education magazines including the New York Times Upfront. Coordinated the editorial production for multiple magazines in high-stress, new environment, keeping writers, editors, and designers on-time and on-target. Established and maintained micro deadlines for art, edit, and freelance staff. Provided technical support and training for Classroom Magazine division. Created and formatted web content for multiple magazines.

Content Edit and Americanize adult nonfiction books ranging from science to natural history to home decorating and travel. Provide software support and instruction to adult and children's program. Develop original books from manuscript to bound books. Work extensively with freelancers and packagers. Heavy copyediting and proofreading.

Ms, Book And Electronic Publishing

Ba, English With Concentration In Children'S Literature

Education record

Summer College, Creative Writing