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I am a seasoned narrative artist and writer’s writer with over four decades of documenting the grit and syntax of the streets. My work specializes in New Orleans Noir, with a focus on realistic storytelling, territorial loyalty, and the lived history of the 9th Ward’s Indian Village. As a Navy veteran with a global perspective, I bridge hard-hitting street legends and international stage productions, bringing a cross-cultural sensibility to both stage and screen through archival research and long-term artistic partnerships.…I am a seasoned narrative artist and writer’s writer with over four decades of documenting the grit and syntax of the streets. My work specializes in New Orleans Noir, with a focus on realistic storytelling, territorial loyalty, and the lived history of the 9th Ward’s Indian Village. As a Navy veteran with a global perspective, I bridge hard-hitting street legends and international stage productions, bringing a cross-cultural sensibility to both stage and screen through archival research and long-term artistic partnerships.

Edward L. Betz Jr.

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I am a seasoned narrative artist and writer’s writer with over four decades of documenting the grit and syntax of the streets. My work specializes in New Orleans Noir, with a focus on realistic storytelling, territorial loyalty, and the lived history of the 9th Ward’s Indian Village. As a Navy veteran with a global perspective, I bridge hard-hitting street legends and international stage productions, bringing a cross-cultural sensibility to both stage and screen through archival research and long-term artistic partnerships.…I am a seasoned narrative artist and writer’s writer with over four decades of documenting the grit and syntax of the streets. My work specializes in New Orleans Noir, with a focus on realistic storytelling, territorial loyalty, and the lived history of the 9th Ward’s Indian Village. As a Navy veteran with a global perspective, I bridge hard-hitting street legends and international stage productions, bringing a cross-cultural sensibility to both stage and screen through archival research and long-term artistic partnerships.

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I am a seasoned narrative artist and writer’s writer with over four decades of documenting the grit and syntax of the streets. My work specializes in New Orleans Noir, with a focus on realistic storytelling, territorial loyalty, and the lived history of the 9th Ward’s Indian Village.

As a Navy veteran with a global perspective, I bridge hard-hitting street legends and international stage productions, bringing a cross-cultural sensibility to both stage and screen through archival research and long-term artistic partnerships.

Skills

Script

Copywriting

Book Illustration

Experience Level

Script

Expert

Copywriting

Expert

Book Illustration

Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Independent Author & Publisher at Self-Employed

January 1, 2020 - Present

Manage end-to-end production of digital and print-on-demand titles via Amazon KDP. Drive audience engagement through LinkedIn, Substack, and targeted eBook promotions. Curate a digital legacy of 'Street Noir' that preserves the unique linguistic patterns of the New Orleans 9th Ward.

International Collaborator at Independent Contractor

January 1, 1990 - Present

Liaised with the Contemporary Arts Center (CAC) and international consulates to promote cross-cultural 'French Connection' theater projects. Gerard Roubichou translated Lossin’ Mannie. Xavier Durringer used some of my text in his play Murder In Mind.

Independent Author & Publisher at Independent Author & Publisher

January 1, 2020 - Present