Amanda Conover

literary cv

education

Arcadia University – MFA in Creative Writing, Poetry Track, 2024

  • member of Alpha Epsilon Lambda, Arcadia’s chapter of the national honor society for graduate students
  • thesis manuscript: in the clouds – semifinalist for the OSU Journal Wheeler Prize for Poetry

Elon University – BA in English, Creative Writing Concentration, 2020

  • member of Sigma Tau Delta, International English Honor Society
  • poetry reader for Colonnades Literary and Art Journal

interviews

relevant experience

Carolina Muse Literary & Arts Magazine – Poetry Editor, January 2021 – Present

  • Oversees 300+ poems each submission period by vetting poems for quality and journal fit, leaving organized decision-making comments and ratings, and sending final decisions to authors.
  • Revises accepted pieces as needed for grammar, clarity, style, tone, and artistic integrity, ensuring each piece aligns with editorial standards while maintaining the poet’s voice.
  • Works with a collaborative team to send outreach emails, create occasional content for social media, and pitch ideas for newsletter topics and journal promotion.

American Association for Thoracic Surgery (AATS) – Editorial Assistant, August 2025 – Present

  • Facilitates the peer review process by assigning articles to editors and reviewers, quality checking new, revised, and accepted manuscripts, and resolving issues with authors.
  • Creates social media calendars for X and LinkedIn to promote journal content, selecting articles to post based on emerging trends, high-performance likelihood, and society goals.
  • Organizes meetings for the AATS Digital Media Committee, a committee of surgeons who promote the AATS journals, by scheduling regular calls, distributing meeting notes, and providing biweekly reports on accepted articles and AATS Annual Meeting papers.

National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS) – Production Editor, June 2024 -July 2025

  • Evaluated the production quality of incoming manuscripts for Environmental Health Perspectives and the Journal of Health and Pollution, ensuring relevant files are received and that they adhere to established standards.
  • Performed a variety of production tasks such as contributing to style guide updates, putting together monthly journal reports with article data, corresponding with authors to resolve article issues, and proofreading PDF versions of manuscripts.
  • Created XML according to JATS templates, validating files with DTD and XML checkers, and facilitating the Ahead of Print publication process.

Wiley Publishing – Production Editor, April 2021 – June 2024

  • Contributed to the final stages of article publication through tasks such as manuscript preparation, inbox management, and XML metadata review.
  • Led a temporary journal supplement project by overseeing a team of editors, developing and adhering to a production schedule, and collaborating with composition vendors.
  • Worked on 8-10 scientific, engineering, and medical-related journals from multiple clients to ensure articles moved through the publication process in an efficient manner.

Various Companies – Freelance Writer, November 2020 – September 2021

  • Wrote articles, blog posts, social media captions, and written content of varying lengths on topics including luxury travel, the nonprofit industry, home repairs, and pet ownership for multiple organizations.
  • Met the standards and styles set by clients and effectively prioritized differing deadlines for numerous projects and tasks.

JEI Learning Center – Math and English Tutor, August 2020 – August 2021

  • Tutored K–12 students in both Math and English, catering to varying proficiency levels and academic needs.
  • Offered constructive and timely feedback on essays and workbook exercises, encouraging students’ growth and improvement.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by tailoring teaching approaches to accommodate individual learning styles and address specific student needs.

iTutorGroup and English First – Online Teaching Consultant, June 2020 – July 2021

  • Instructed English as a Second Language (ESL) to diverse students, spanning various age groups, through engaging online platforms.
  • Employed interactive software and innovative teaching techniques, including physical props, to effectively impart English grammar, phonics, spelling, and speech skills.
  • Obtained a 120+ hour TEFL certificate from myTEFL to employ leading teaching strategies and techniques.

publications

all poetry publications are updated on the page below:

poetry publications

YouTube videos

The following poetry and writing-related videos demonstrate detailed instructional abilities, dedication to the subjects of English and Literature, and a personable, engaging approach to teaching.

readings + open mics

  • Blackbird Books & Coffee – “Pride Birdsong Open Mic” – June 21, 2024