Rachel Phillips

Offered both technical and conceptual feedback for the short story collection of an emerging Ukrainian author; corrected grammatical or formatting errors so that text is consistent with the Chicago Style Guide; collaborated with author and translator to maintain authorial voice and vision throughout revision.

Created an eight-week curriculum to introduce children (ages 5-12) to theater terminology, improvisation techniques, and public speaking skills; adhered to a strict rehearsal schedule, ensuring that every group was prepared for the end-of-season performance; led informational tours for new families, explaining the history as well as the social and academic benefits of the Blue Bell Camp experience.

Drafted reader reports on partial and full manuscripts, offering either a synopsis or an in-depth evaluation, depending on the potential of the title and its compatibility with the agent’s area of interest; Regularly updated a submissions log to provide an accurate record of accepted/rejected manuscripts; Scouted emerging talent for potential representation via online publications and pitched potential authors to agent; Had four titles accepted for future publication per my endorsement.