I am a versatile editorial and media professional with over four decades of experience guiding creative teams and shaping storytelling across digital, print, and video. I thrive on developing innovative content strategies, mentoring high-performing teams, and driving audience growth while staying aligned with organizational vision and market trends. I enjoy collaborating with writers, editors, designers, and producers to craft engaging, filmic, and print storytelling experiences. My focus is on clear narrative, compelling visuals, and data-informed decisions that boost impact and accessibility across platforms.

Hartley G. Lesser

I am a versatile editorial and media professional with over four decades of experience guiding creative teams and shaping storytelling across digital, print, and video. I thrive on developing innovative content strategies, mentoring high-performing teams, and driving audience growth while staying aligned with organizational vision and market trends. I enjoy collaborating with writers, editors, designers, and producers to craft engaging, filmic, and print storytelling experiences. My focus is on clear narrative, compelling visuals, and data-informed decisions that boost impact and accessibility across platforms.

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I am a versatile editorial and media professional with over four decades of experience guiding creative teams and shaping storytelling across digital, print, and video. I thrive on developing innovative content strategies, mentoring high-performing teams, and driving audience growth while staying aligned with organizational vision and market trends.

I enjoy collaborating with writers, editors, designers, and producers to craft engaging, filmic, and print storytelling experiences. My focus is on clear narrative, compelling visuals, and data-informed decisions that boost impact and accessibility across platforms.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Editorial Director at SatNews Publishers
January 1, 2028 - Present
Led editorial vision and content strategy across print, web, and PDF magazine versions; directed associate editors and authors; supervised content planning, story development, and publishing workflows; implemented analytics-driven strategies to optimize storytelling and reach.
U.S. Army Combat Medic at U.S. Army
January 1, 1968 - December 31, 1968
Served as a Combat Medic during the Vietnam era.

Education

Chabot College coursework at Chabot College
January 11, 2030 - December 16, 2025

Qualifications

POST Advanced Certificate
January 11, 2030 - December 16, 2025
Apple Computer STAR Award
January 11, 2030 - December 16, 2025
Army Commendation Medal (ACM)
January 11, 2030 - December 16, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Professional Services