Derek Milman
Writer And Publishing Professional
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Versatile, enthusiastic, and accomplished Writer and Editor proficient in researching, writing and editing diverse content. Works with minimal input to produce engaging, authoritative and error-free work. Autonomous yet communicative with fifteen-year history of superior performance. Has published two acclaimed novels.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Author
Hachette Book Group Inc.
New York, NY
01.2018 - Current
- Created a funny, timely, and unique novel to engage consumers, with an eye towards the current market and building a reader base.
- Wrote and edited high-quality content under deadline pressure with an exciting, captivating and authentic approach.
- Brainstormed with marketing and publicity departments to determine new topics and stories.
- Worked on creative brand messaging and creative brainstorming in order to publicize my work in a busy, saturated marketplace.
- Incorporated review comments and corrections into existing documentation.
- Utilized exceptional writing, editing and proofreading skills to produce engaging and error-free content.
- Proofread copy written by colleagues to correct spelling, punctuation and grammar.
- Wrote compelling and succinct content for entertainment sites and verticals under tight deadlines with an eye towards their SEO.
- Assisted with program talking points for publishing events, speaking engagements, school visits, and panel appearances.
- Interviewed and extracted information from experts to obtain in-depth understanding of topics for my fiction stories.
- Repurposed and optimized existing content for use in different mediums.
- Managed and regularly updated author website and burgeoning newsletter, with hundreds of subscribers.
Author
HarperCollins
New York, NY
05.2016 - 02.2021
- Utilized exceptional writing, editing and proofreading skills to write and publish my debut novel.
- Brainstormed ideas with publicist.
- Organized material to research and complete writing tasks.
- Proofread copy written by colleagues to correct spelling, punctuation and grammar.
- Followed company policies and editorial guidelines to craft thorough, well-written content.
- Communicated and strategized with lit agents, film agents, and producers following a Hollywood bidding war resulting the book being optioned by UTV.
Actor
Freelance
New York, NY
05.2002 - 05.2018
- Studied scripts to successfully portray characters in dramas and comedies, while incorporating feedback from agent, manager, casting directors, and directors.
- Negotiated contracts.
- Worked with producers, dialect coaches, and costume designers.
- Learned scripts to understand characters' relationships and develop role interpretations, working in theaters across the country, as well as TV and film.
- Coached fellow actors for auditions.
Teacher
New York Film Academy
New York, NY
06.2011 - 03.2014
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons and syllabi for high school students and students in the accreditation program.
- Communicated frequently with students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Reviewed curriculum and devised alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments.
- Completed daily reports on attendance and disciplinary performance.
- Fostered team collaboration between students through group projects.
- Encouraged creative thinking and motivated students by addressing individual strengths and weaknesses.
- Implemented creative ways to foster curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and planned activities.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers and administrators to help students reach learning objectives.
Assistant Manager
East West Yoga
New York, NY
09.2008 - 10.2012
- Strengthened merchandising and promotional strategies to drive customer engagement and boost sales.
- Developed loyal and highly satisfied customer base through proactive management of team customer service strategies.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Developed strategy to increase sales and drive profits.
- Developed organizational structure to outline and direct rules, roles and responsibilities.
Education
Master of Arts - Drama
Yale University
New Haven, CT 08.1999 - 05.2002
Bachelor of Science - English, Theater
Northwestern University
Evanston, IL 05.2001 -
Skills
Research
Chicago Manual of Style
Journalism
Press releases
Copyediting
Proofreading
Content Development
Editing
Copywriting
Creative writing
Social media
Grammar usage
Formatting abilities
Editing and review
Articulate communications
Marketing communications expertise
Timeline
Author
Hachette Book Group Inc.
01.2018 - Current
Author
HarperCollins
05.2016 - 02.2021
Teacher
New York Film Academy
06.2011 - 03.2014
Assistant Manager
East West Yoga
09.2008 - 10.2012
Actor
Freelance
05.2002 - 05.2018
Bachelor of Science - English, Theater
Northwestern University
05.2001 -
Master of Arts - Drama
Yale University
08.1999 - 05.2002