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Hi, I’m Jeffrey J. Mariotte, an award-winning writer with extensive editing experience across books, comics, and education. I’ve led editorial teams from start-ups to multi-million dollar publishers, built print publishing programs to complement online materials, and steered marketing and production on busy publishing schedules. I’m passionate about storytelling and mentorship, have authored more than 70 books, dozens of short stories, and hundreds of comics & graphic novels. I’ve earned four Scribe Awards, an Inkpot Award, am a co-winner of the MWA's Raven Award, and have been a finalist for the Stoker, International Horror Guiild, Spur, and Peacemaker Awards . I enjoy sharing craft insights at festivals, conferences, and universities, and I’m always eager to collaborate on new projects that blend narrative with rigorous publishing processes.…Hi, I’m Jeffrey J. Mariotte, an award-winning writer with extensive editing experience across books, comics, and education. I’ve led editorial teams from start-ups to multi-million dollar publishers, built print publishing programs to complement online materials, and steered marketing and production on busy publishing schedules. I’m passionate about storytelling and mentorship, have authored more than 70 books, dozens of short stories, and hundreds of comics & graphic novels. I’ve earned four Scribe Awards, an Inkpot Award, am a co-winner of the MWA's Raven Award, and have been a finalist for the Stoker, International Horror Guiild, Spur, and Peacemaker Awards . I enjoy sharing craft insights at festivals, conferences, and universities, and I’m always eager to collaborate on new projects that blend narrative with rigorous publishing processes.

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Hi, I’m Jeffrey J. Mariotte, an award-winning writer with extensive editing experience across books, comics, and education. I’ve led editorial teams from start-ups to multi-million dollar publishers, built print publishing programs to complement online materials, and steered marketing and production on busy publishing schedules. I’m passionate about storytelling and mentorship, have authored more than 70 books, dozens of short stories, and hundreds of comics & graphic novels. I’ve earned four Scribe Awards, an Inkpot Award, am a co-winner of the MWA's Raven Award, and have been a finalist for the Stoker, International Horror Guiild, Spur, and Peacemaker Awards . I enjoy sharing craft insights at festivals, conferences, and universities, and I’m always eager to collaborate on new projects that blend narrative with rigorous publishing processes.…Hi, I’m Jeffrey J. Mariotte, an award-winning writer with extensive editing experience across books, comics, and education. I’ve led editorial teams from start-ups to multi-million dollar publishers, built print publishing programs to complement online materials, and steered marketing and production on busy publishing schedules. I’m passionate about storytelling and mentorship, have authored more than 70 books, dozens of short stories, and hundreds of comics & graphic novels. I’ve earned four Scribe Awards, an Inkpot Award, am a co-winner of the MWA's Raven Award, and have been a finalist for the Stoker, International Horror Guiild, Spur, and Peacemaker Awards . I enjoy sharing craft insights at festivals, conferences, and universities, and I’m always eager to collaborate on new projects that blend narrative with rigorous publishing processes.

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Hi, I’m Jeffrey J. Mariotte, an award-winning writer with extensive editing experience across books, comics, and education. I’ve led editorial teams from start-ups to multi-million dollar publishers, built print publishing programs to complement online materials, and steered marketing and production on busy publishing schedules.

I’m passionate about storytelling and mentorship, have authored more than 70 books, dozens of short stories, and hundreds of comics & graphic novels. I’ve earned four Scribe Awards, an Inkpot Award, am a co-winner of the MWA’s Raven Award, and have been a finalist for the Stoker, International Horror Guiild, Spur, and Peacemaker Awards . I enjoy sharing craft insights at festivals, conferences, and universities, and I’m always eager to collaborate on new projects that blend narrative with rigorous publishing processes.

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Beginner

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English

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Work Experience

Copy Editor/Managing Editor at Quimbee.com/Barbri

April 30, 2025 - July 19, 2025

Worked closely with attorney authors to create clear, compelling educational materials for legal professionals, maintaining production schedules across multiple lines. Produced copy editing, proofreading, and prepared materials for distribution including print books and marketing collateral. As managing editor, trained new editors and contract writers, managed a team of up to ten copy editors, and launched a print publishing program supplementing online offerings.

Technical Editor at Jacobs Technology Inc.

April 30, 2018 - July 19, 2025

Served as a technical editor on the US Army Electronic Proving Ground Project, holding a Secret Clearance. Responsibilities included research, copy editing, proofreading, line editing, and creating graphics and tables. Managed documents through all stages from concept to publication. Acted as a troubleshooter and trainer for document-tracking software, helped develop an online approval system for classified documents, and performed supervisory duties in the absence of the supervisor.

Writer / Editor at Self-employed

January 1, 1988 - Present

Authored over 70 books, including novels and short stories, contributing to major publishing houses. Won multiple prestigious awards for fiction and editorial work. Edited manuscripts for publishers including comic books, graphic novels, and prose fiction. Presented at book festivals and conventions, appeared on TV and radio, guest lectured in educational institutions, and mentored creative writing students.

Editor-in-chief at IDW Publishing

August 31, 2004 - July 19, 2025

First editor-in-chief for a start-up comic-book and graphic novel publisher, helping win the Small Publisher of the Year award annually. Managed diverse projects, supervised editorial staff, interfaced with creators, and coordinated with departments like marketing and printing. Oversaw intellectual property issues and ensured adherence to schedules and production deadlines.

Senior Editor at DC Comics

July 31, 2002 - July 19, 2025

Managed communications between editor-in-chief and editorial teams, coordinated large teams of creators for a wide product range including comic books and graphic novels. Edited and proofread scripts, reviewed submissions, made staffing suggestions, and oversaw licensing.

Vice President of Marketing at WildStorm Productions/Image Comics

January 31, 1999 - July 19, 2025

Led marketing efforts as primary interface with consumers at wholesale, retail, and consumer levels. Wrote and supervised marketing materials, managed convention appearances including San Diego Comic-Con, wrote executive correspondence, and contributed to business development expanding into toys, games, movies/TV, and trading cards.