I'm Jeanette Bent, a publisher, editor, writer, and performance artist with a track record of leading editorial teams and shaping content across print, online, broadcast, theatrical, and other multimedia platforms. From guiding Movmnt Magazine's editorial production team to steering newsrooms at KION News as the managing editor and anchor, I enjoy turning ideas into compelling stories that inform and inspire. I'm passionate about mentorship, lifelong learning, and building positive communities through publishing. I’m semi-fluent in French and have completed a Book Publishing Certification, while continuing to expand my skills in musical theatre writing through the Dramatists Guild/PlayPenn (I'm wrapping up my post-baccalaureate certification this spring). I've written and produced dozens of live theatrical musicals while simultaneously growing my marketing, journalistic writing, and production and publishing careers. This is an endeavor to spread positivity in the industry and ultimately, the world.

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I'm Jeanette Bent, a publisher, editor, writer, and performance artist with a track record of leading editorial teams and shaping content across print, online, broadcast, theatrical, and other multimedia platforms. From guiding Movmnt Magazine's editorial production team to steering newsrooms at KION News as the managing editor and anchor, I enjoy turning ideas into compelling stories that inform and inspire. I'm passionate about mentorship, lifelong learning, and building positive communities through publishing. I’m semi-fluent in French and have completed a Book Publishing Certification, while continuing to expand my skills in musical theatre writing through the Dramatists Guild/PlayPenn (I'm wrapping up my post-baccalaureate certification this spring). I've written and produced dozens of live theatrical musicals while simultaneously growing my marketing, journalistic writing, and production and publishing careers. This is an endeavor to spread positivity in the industry and ultimately, the world.

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I’m Jeanette Bent, a publisher, editor, writer, and performance artist with a track record of leading editorial teams and shaping content across print, online, broadcast, theatrical, and other multimedia platforms. From guiding Movmnt Magazine’s editorial production team to steering newsrooms at KION News as the managing editor and anchor, I enjoy turning ideas into compelling stories that inform and inspire. I’m passionate about mentorship, lifelong learning, and building positive communities through publishing. I’m semi-fluent in French and have completed a Book Publishing Certification, while continuing to expand my skills in musical theatre writing through the Dramatists Guild/PlayPenn (I’m wrapping up my post-baccalaureate certification this spring). I’ve written and produced dozens of live theatrical musicals while simultaneously growing my marketing, journalistic writing, and production and publishing careers. This is an endeavor to spread positivity in the industry and ultimately, the world.

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Language

French
Advanced
English
Fluent

Work Experience

Managing Editor/Anchor at KION News
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Led editorial team and anchored newscasts in Salinas, CA.
Managing Editor at Good Times Santa Cruz/Metro Silicon Valley
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024
Oversaw editorial content and operations for Santa Cruz and Silicon Valley publications.
Copy Editor at Mortgage Match
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2012
Edited mortgage-related content to ensure accuracy and clarity.
Copy and Production Editor at Movmnt Magazine
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2009
Edited content and coordinated production workflows for a NYC-based publication.
Editorial Board at U.25 Magazine
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2008
Member of editorial board guiding content strategy.
Editorial Intern at Dance Magazine
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2007
Supported editorial team with writing and research.
Managing Editor at DIG Magazine (CSULB Campus)
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2007
Led DIG Magazine operations on CSULB campus.
City Editor at Daily Forty -Niner Newspaper (CSULB Campus)
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2005
City editor overseeing local desk operations.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Print Journalism, French, International Studies, and Dance at California State University, Long Beach
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2007
Marketing Journalistic Writing (Print & Blog); Scriptwriting; Editing (Managerial & Production) at Institut des Études Français Pour Étudiants
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2006

Qualifications

Book Publishing Certification Course
January 11, 2030 - December 28, 2025
CPR & First Aid Certification
January 11, 2030 - December 28, 2025
Dramatists Guild Professional Certification
January 11, 2030 - December 28, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services