Veteran film critic with editing experience whose writings have appeared in a wide range of highly-regarded publications. Formerly worked as a reference librarian.
Experience:
2008-present
Staff film critic, Slant Magazine
Contributes reviews on a weekly basis to well-regarded film and music review website. Participates in special feature projects.
2008-present
Freelance film writer and editor
Contributes reviews and profiles to a range of publications including the Village Voice, Time Out New York, Variety, Artforum, Cineaste Magazine, Film Comment, and the L Magazine. Edits special projects for the website In Review Online.
2004-2009
Reference Librarian, Queens Library, Jamaica, New York
Assisted customers with reference needs in the Literature and Languages division of Queens Library. Developed the library’s collection with a specific focus on African-American literature and fiction best-sellers. Worked on special projects, including presentations familiarizing staff with reference databases.
Education:
University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Master of Library and Information Science, 2004
Grinnell College, Grinnell, Iowa
Bachelor of Arts, 2002