I am Anna Maria Selvaggio, an instigational motivator and multidisciplinary creator who thrives on illustration, writing, and book design. For decades I have worked in and around the publishing industry, helping self-published authors bring their visions to life while building vibrant creative communities. As an educator, publisher, and content creator, I lead teams, design experiences, and host streams and events that uplift independent artists. I bring a hands-on, collaborative approach to every project, from art shows and online curricula to editorial projects and community-building.

Anna Maria Selvaggio

I am Anna Maria Selvaggio, an instigational motivator and multidisciplinary creator who thrives on illustration, writing, and book design. For decades I have worked in and around the publishing industry, helping self-published authors bring their visions to life while building vibrant creative communities. As an educator, publisher, and content creator, I lead teams, design experiences, and host streams and events that uplift independent artists. I bring a hands-on, collaborative approach to every project, from art shows and online curricula to editorial projects and community-building.

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I am Anna Maria Selvaggio, an instigational motivator and multidisciplinary creator who thrives on illustration, writing, and book design. For decades I have worked in and around the publishing industry, helping self-published authors bring their visions to life while building vibrant creative communities.

As an educator, publisher, and content creator, I lead teams, design experiences, and host streams and events that uplift independent artists. I bring a hands-on, collaborative approach to every project, from art shows and online curricula to editorial projects and community-building.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Founding Owner, Event Planner, Community Manager at Two Crows Market
January 1, 2022 - Present
Created and ran two annual mid-range, juried art shows as well as year-round events and gatherings meant to lift the independent creative communities.
Educator (online) at Outschool
January 1, 2018 - Present
Create curriculum centered on teaching K-12 students online. 784+ learners taught across different analog and digital-skill classes in art and writing.
Founding Leader, Community Manager, Designer at Kentucky Browncoats
January 1, 2016 - Present
Fan-based organization with monthly and annual gatherings. All administrative and event planning. Brand designer.
Publisher, Editor, Author, Illustrator at Dragonfly Press Publishing
January 1, 2013 - Present
Dragonfly Press is a small, private, indie press that only publishes books designed and/or written by me as myself/Renmeleon or for clients. Offering editorial and illustration services. Book and magazine designer (cover and interiors).
Editor-in-Chief at Kraft Paper Muse
January 1, 2006 - Present
Team lead contributors, write and edit columns, editorial illustration, surface pattern design, cover design, interior design, and publishing.
Owner, Freelance Services at Renmeleon
January 1, 1986 - Present
Various services within the creative writing and art fields. Educator, designer, and publisher.
Founding Owner, Event Planner, Community Manager at Two Crows Market, Kentucky
January 1, 2022 - Present
Created and run two annual mid-range, juried art shows as well as year-round events and gatherings meant to lift the independent creative communities.
Educator at Outschool
January 1, 2018 - Present
Create curriculum centered on teaching K-12 students online. 784+ learners taught across different analog and digital-skill classes in art and writing.

Education

Graduate Certificate in Instructional Design & Technology at Full Sail University, Winter Park, FL
January 11, 2030 - March 1, 2013
MFA in Creative Writing at Full Sail University, Winter Park, FL
January 11, 2030 - September 1, 2012
BFA in Visual Communications, Digital Design at AIU, Chicago, IL
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2011
Graduate Certificate in Instructional Design & Technology at Full Sail University, Winter Park, FL
January 11, 2030 - March 1, 2013
Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing at Full Sail University, Winter Park, FL
January 11, 2030 - September 1, 2012
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Visual Communications, Digital Design at AIU, Chicago, IL
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2011

Qualifications

Game Design Director’s Award
January 11, 2030 - April 7, 2026
Editors Award - Micro Fiction (Aviator Literary Journal)
January 11, 2030 - April 7, 2026
Editors Award - Art (Aviator Literary Journal)
January 11, 2030 - April 7, 2026
Game Design Director’s Award
January 1, 2013 - April 7, 2026
Editors Award - Micro Fiction (Aviator Literary Journal)
January 1, 2013 - April 7, 2026
Editors Award - Art (Aviator Literary Journal)
January 1, 2013 - April 7, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization, Software & Internet, Gaming