Brett Wright Email & Phone Number

New York, NY, US

United States

As a freelance editor and writer, I provide developmental feedback, line editing, brainstorming, proofreading, copyediting, sensitivity reads, proofreading, and cold reading services to individuals and corporations. Clients have included Fieldtex Medical, Penguin, Random House, Scholastic Inc., Simon & Schuster, Bloomsbury, and Fieldtex Medical.In addition.

New York, New York, United States

I was hired as the only senior editor at Bright Matter Books, a new nonfiction imprint for children ages three and up, whose mission statement, acquisitions strategy, name, logo, and more I helped strategize before it launched in 2022. While at Bright Matter Books, I brought to market 21 titles on a fast-track schedule within a year of my hire, including.

New York, New York, United States

At Clever, I developed, edited, and wrote children's books for ages 0 to 6, focusing on picture, activity, novelty, and interactive book formats with engaging and educational content for early concept learning.As the sole editor for the U.S. division, I managed two high-volume seasonal lists a year — each consisting of approximately 60 frontlist and.

Los Angeles, California, United States

I served as a global children’s book editor and project manager for Disney and Pixar Animation feature films, overseeing the creation of materials used by more than 45 global licensees for their publishing programs. I drove brand presence by pitching and developing written content for new releases, Classic, Evergreen, and Princess film properties — all.

New York, New York, United States

I started at Bloomsbury Children's Books as an assistant editor and was promoted to associate editor and editor. During my five years there, I sourced, pitched, and developed picture books, chapter books, middle-grade and young-adult fiction and nonfiction. Notable books and authors I worked with include One Last Word: Wisdom from the Harlem Renaissance by.

New York, New York, United States

Reporting to the publishers of Abrams Books for Younger Readers and Amulet Books, I provided daily editorial and administrative support for the children's department, working on fiction and nonfiction picture books and middle-grade and teen novels for all ages. I assisted managers who edited notable high-profile authors, including Jeff Kinney, Lauren.

New York, New York, United States

I provided administrative support to the Executive Editorial Director of Scholastic Press. I read and evaluated agented manuscripts, copyedited interior proofs, and participated in creative project brainstorming meetings.

Boston, MA

As a student tour supervisor, I assisted with the search process, hiring, and training for all vacant tour guide positions. I was responsible for training new staff on admission standards and daily office operations, leading presentations at national conferences and forums. I was recognized for my work in 2007 when I was named Student Employee of the Year.