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Holly Rubino

Holly Rubino

Lyme

Summary

Seasoned Freelance and Senior Editor with a proven track record at Lyons Press and Skyhorse Publishing, enhancing readability and engagement through expert developmental and content editing. Skilled in managing multiple projects and collaborating effectively, demonstrated by successfully acquiring and developing over 25 titles annually. Excels in content organization and clear communication, ensuring high-quality editorial work.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Freelance Editor

Holly Rubino Editorial
11.2017 - Current
  • Prepare, rewrite, and edit pieces to improve readability and impact.
  • Provide a broad spectrum of editing services to prospective authors, publishers, literary agents, and other publishing professionals.
  • Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality editorial work.
  • Collaborate with writers to improve content structure and clarity, resulting in increased reader engagement.

Senior Editor

Lyons Press/Rowman & Littlefield
10.2014 - 11.2017
  • Acquired, developed, and edited 25-30 titles per year in the categories of nature, memoir, current events, popular reference, history, and humor.
  • Oversaw the launch and continuation of the backyard life list, which included books on homesteading, gardening, raising animals, preserving food, and other self-reliant living topics.

Senior Editor

Skyhorse Publishing
07.2012 - 05.2014
  • Acquired, developed, and edited 20 to 30 titles per year in a broad range of fiction and nonfiction categories.
  • Oversaw entire publishing process including editing, author management, and coordination with design, production, and sales departments during development and following publication.
  • Prepared sales materials and presented titles at sales conferences.

Editor

Lyons Press
06.2004 - 06.2012

• Acquired, developed, and edited 15 to 25 titles per year in the categories of nature, memoir, current events, popular reference, history, and humor.
• Oversaw the nature/animal studies category as acquisitions team leader.
• Prepared cover and catalog copy and sales and marketing materials.

Education

Master of Arts - English And American Literature

New York University
New York, NY

Bachelor of Arts - English Literature

New York University
New York, NY

Skills

  • Developmental and content editing
  • Content organization
  • Keen eye for detail
  • Clear Communication

Certification

Sixth-year certificate in Humanities from Graduate Liberal Studies Program, Wesleyan University

Timeline

Freelance Editor

Holly Rubino Editorial
11.2017 - Current

Senior Editor

Lyons Press/Rowman & Littlefield
10.2014 - 11.2017

Senior Editor

Skyhorse Publishing
07.2012 - 05.2014

Editor

Lyons Press
06.2004 - 06.2012

Master of Arts - English And American Literature

New York University

Bachelor of Arts - English Literature

New York University
Holly Rubino