Hi there! I’m Charles Michael Edwards, a creative hailing from Cleveland, Ohio. I’ve worked professionally across multiple creative mediums and developed a toolkit of skills that give me vivid imagination, a fresh lens, and a strong attention to detail. I’m passionate about gaming, storytelling, and building vibrant communities. Over the years I’ve written for anime, video games, and film; co-founded editorial ventures focused on pop culture; ghostwritten for NDA projects; and led campaigns that bring worlds to life. I thrive on collaborating with teams to craft dynamic narratives and engaging experiences.

Charles Michael Edwards

Hi there! I’m Charles Michael Edwards, a creative hailing from Cleveland, Ohio. I’ve worked professionally across multiple creative mediums and developed a toolkit of skills that give me vivid imagination, a fresh lens, and a strong attention to detail. I’m passionate about gaming, storytelling, and building vibrant communities. Over the years I’ve written for anime, video games, and film; co-founded editorial ventures focused on pop culture; ghostwritten for NDA projects; and led campaigns that bring worlds to life. I thrive on collaborating with teams to craft dynamic narratives and engaging experiences.

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Hi there! I’m Charles Michael Edwards, a creative hailing from Cleveland, Ohio. I’ve worked professionally across multiple creative mediums and developed a toolkit of skills that give me vivid imagination, a fresh lens, and a strong attention to detail.

I’m passionate about gaming, storytelling, and building vibrant communities. Over the years I’ve written for anime, video games, and film; co-founded editorial ventures focused on pop culture; ghostwritten for NDA projects; and led campaigns that bring worlds to life. I thrive on collaborating with teams to craft dynamic narratives and engaging experiences.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Writer at Valnet
August 1, 2021 - Present
Content and Guides production for online media, including SEO-focused articles and brand voice development for pop culture outlets; collaborated with editors to deliver timely, engaging content.
Freelance Writer at Self-employed
January 1, 2014 - Present
Author and scriptwriter producing original articles, features, and narrative content for multiple clients, coordinating with editors to meet deadlines.
Author, Script Writer, Narrative Designer at Pulse Media
January 1, 2020 - October 12, 2025
Created scripts, story structures, and narrative designs; contributed to world-building, character development, and arc outlines for TRPG campaigns and related IP.
Ghostwriter at Non-disclosed third-party production company
March 8, 2022 - September 14, 2022
Crafted high-quality fiction works for an ongoing anthology series in the form of short stories set in the high fantasy genre for children's publication. My client base and subsequent work are NDA-protected. A writing sample can be produced upon request.
Writer at Valnet
August 1, 2021 - November 5, 2025
Writes original and tailored articles for anime, video games and movies; co-led and organized significant events focused on fighting game communities; maintained social media pages, YouTube channels, and in-person meet-and-greets; developed and enforced brand voice and editorial standards.
Freelance Writer at Various clients
January 1, 2014 - November 5, 2025
Authored articles and scripts across anime, video games, movies, and pop culture; served as author, script writer and narrative designer; contributed to SEO-focused content and campaign work.
Event Host at Fighting Game Tournament
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2014
Hosted live events and tournaments, contributing to community engagement and coverage.
Ghostwriter at Undisclosed third-party production company
April 1, 2022 - April 1, 2022
Ghostwriter for a major project under NDA; December 2021 – April 2022.

Education

Creative Writing Program (2-year) at MI Creative Writing Program, Detroit, MI
July 1, 2016 - January 1, 2018
Creative Writing at Mi-Creative Writing
July 1, 2016 - July 1, 2018
Creative Writing (2-year program) at CCTC, Detroit, Michigan
July 1, 2016 - January 1, 2018

Qualifications

Creative Writing Certificate (2-year program)
September 1, 2014 - June 9, 2016
Graphic Design Certificate (2-year program)
September 1, 2014 - June 9, 2016

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Gaming, Software & Internet
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