Develop and manage the Publishing Slate for DC Comics.

Manage and oversee day to day operations of editorial workflow scheduling which includes all script and art transactions in NAV (Alfred) inclusive of setup and maintenance of book records and monitoring (goods receipts) delivery of work. Monitor the progress of all periodicals and original graphic novels, both print and digital, and coordinate all aspects of deadlines with EIC, Pre-Press and Production.Provide scheduling information for editorial staff as well as customized schedules for projects and talent as needed.Create reports to track the status of periodicals and original graphic novels as well as the performance of key freelancers to avoid talent and scheduling conflicts.Ensure that Book Talent set ups are contracted properly and payment schedules are created.Collaborate with Editorial, Content Panning, Pre Press and Production staff on a weekly basis to highlight potential timing issues for Periodicals & OGN’s that may require critical attention. Communicate all talent changes to various parties throughout the company and provide assistance of talent availability.Supervises support staff.

Setup and maintained all art and editorial records in ERP database.Distributed and tracked payment requests for Editorial approval.Prepared customized schedules for series/talent as requested by Editorial.Updated and tracked freelance talents’ contributions on work scheduled to be published.Populated talent records for collected editions to ensure accurate royalty payments.Entered talent invoices to generate payments for non-contractual work.

Coordinated all shipping, DX, FedEx, and UPS for Editorial and Editorial Administration.Ordered and shipped complimentary comics to Inkers and Colorists.Distributed blank art boards to freelancers upon request of Editorial department.Stored, logged, and distributed completed art boards to the artists.

Supervised 3 managers and a sales staff of 15.Recruited, hired, and trained new supervisors and sales staff.Maintained personnel files and human resource documents .Successfully re-merchandised store to increase sales and establish a brand identity.Was responsible for ordering supplies and services necessary for store operation.Created a team environment with an emphasis on providing great customer service.