Isabela Rezende
Wilmington
Summary
Passionate about developmental editing and shaping manuscripts by identifying the heart of a story. I believe effective editing comes from understanding an author’s intention and refining their work so that intention is clearly and accessibly conveyed to readers.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Literary Agency Intern
Martin-Newens Literary Agency
02.2026 - Current
- Write reader’s reports analyzing manuscript strengths, weaknesses, and overall market appeal.
- Participate in author calls and weekly editorial meetings to stay current on project development and publishing industry trends.
- Research comparative titles and craft one-sentence pitches to summarize manuscripts for editorial consideration.
Fiction Editor
Atlantis Creative Magazine
05.2025 - Current
- Review submissions to determine suitability for publication, ensuring alignment with the magazine’s editorial style and target audience.
- Work one-on-one with authors to provide developmental edits and strengthen narrative structure, voice, and clarity.
- Proofread issues prior to publication to ensure editorial accuracy and consistency.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Creative Writing Concentration in Publishing
University of North Carolina Wilmington
Wilmington, North Carolina05-2027
Associate of Arts - Humanities
Durham Tech Community College
Durham, North Carolina05-2024
Skills
- Strong storytelling and narrative analysis
- Editorial attention to detail and manuscript accuracy
- Developmental editing and written feedback
- Comparative title research and market awareness
- Professional communication and collaboration
- Deadline-driven with strong project management skills
- Highly motivated and adaptable in fast-paced editorial environments
Timeline
Literary Agency Intern
Martin-Newens Literary Agency
02.2026 - Current
Fiction Editor
Atlantis Creative Magazine
05.2025 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Creative Writing Concentration in Publishing
University of North Carolina Wilmington
Associate of Arts - Humanities
Durham Tech Community College
Accomplishments and Publications
Grand Finalist for Original Screenplay at Cary Film Festival
Poetry Published in 30 North Literary Magazine
Fiction Published in Waymark Literary Magazine