Trevor Richardson
Portland,OR
Summary
Dynamic editor and illustrator with a proven track record in editorial judgment, graphic design, and project management. Successfully managed Kickstarter campaigns and implemented quality assurance in publishing workflows.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Editor and Illustrator
Freelance
Portland, OR
01.2021 - Current
- Provided editing, proofreading, and copywriting services for novels, marketing content, and comic scripts.
- Developed eye-catching cover designs for both comics and novels.
- Produced illustrations and graphic designs tailored for unique book projects and advertising campaigns.
- Designed Kickstarter campaigns for comic titles like Mad Dog Morgan from The Lab Press and the upcoming Marcus Walker: Kingslayer Protocol by Chris Yates.
Lead Editor and Distribution Manager
Massive Publishing
Portland, OR
06.2022 - 09.2024
- Managed the delivery of product information to Diamond Comics Distributors and Simon & Schuster Publishing.
- Coordinated with printers to maintain title calendar, release schedule, and delivery to distributors.
- Edited, proofread, and reviewed art to ensure top quality, timely product delivery.
- Designed comic covers as needed, specializing in homage variants.
- Implemented quality control measures for distribution and production.
- Co-managed Kickstarter campaign design, launch, and operations.
VP of Acquisitions
Starburns Industries Press
Burbank , CA
08.2017 - 12.2020
- Acquired titles for publication by reviewing all company submissions and through relationships cultivated during comic convention appearances.
- Acted as editor and production manager for all published titles.
- Managed relations with distributors and printers.
- Oversaw Kickstarter campaigns as graphic designer, copywriter, marketing manager and writer of regular campaign updates.
- Routinely drafted press releases, marketing emails and newsletter outreach, and coordinated promotional opportunities through Diamond Comics Distributors.
Brand Manager
Diamond Comics Distributors
Baltimore, MD
08.2015 - 08.2017
- Developed brand strategies to enhance visibility in comic book market.
- Routinely gathered and entered product info for Previews Magazine, the comic industry's essential catalog for the direct market at the time of employment.
- Functioned as liaison between publishers and Diamond Marketing Services.
- Managed product inventory by maintaining on-hand stock and resolving all issues at the warehouse level.
- Collaborated with sales teams on product launches, promotions and available marketing opportunities in Previews.
- Edited product descriptions, wrote monthly Staff Pick articles, and coordinated interview opportunities for comic creators through publisher accounts.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Graphic Design
Art Institute of New York
New York, NYSkills
- Story and copy editing
- Graphic design and illustration
- Quality assurance and proofreading
- Project management and publishing workflows
- Digital marketing strategies
- Product launch coordination
- Collaborative teamwork
- Kickstarter Management
Timeline
Lead Editor and Distribution Manager
Massive Publishing
06.2022 - 09.2024
Editor and Illustrator
Freelance
01.2021 - Current
VP of Acquisitions
Starburns Industries Press
08.2017 - 12.2020
Brand Manager
Diamond Comics Distributors
08.2015 - 08.2017
Some College (No Degree) - Graphic Design
Art Institute of New York