Julie Bookman is seeking a position in publishing and has over a decade of experience working with authors, editors, and publishers in Atlanta and New York. She has held roles such as the editor of Atlanta Parent magazine and director of The Literary Center at the Margaret Mitchell House, where she organized author events and grew the audience by 700%. Bookman has also worked as a freelance writer and journalist for publications like The Atlanta Journal-Constitution.

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JULIE BOOKMAN
791 Ashland Ave., Atlanta, GA 30307
(404) 558-0577 • julbookman@gmail.com
Summary
Career Objective To work closely with editors, authors, and other members of the publishing
and literary community to produce and promote the work of emerging and
established authors to a growing contemporary audience.
Summary More than a decade of experience working with authors, editors, agents, and
publishers in urban markets including Atlanta and New York. Background in
journalism, including work as the editor of major newspaper sections and
magazines.
Recent Experience
Freelance Writer, January 2009 – Present
Composed, edited, and produced on-contract work for multiple outlets including metro Atlanta
publications, EncoreATL and encoreatlanta.com, The Alliance Theatre, and The Atlanta-Journal
Constitution. Worked collaboratively with editors to conceptualize feature stories and reviews.
Interviewed and connected with members of literary and performing arts community nationwide.
Editor, Atlanta Parent magazine, Oct. 2011 – June 2013
Conceived, planned, and assigned all editorial content. Mentored and developed the work of our
staff of young writers and artists. Wrote and edited major stories and weekly e-blast. Assigned,
edited all written content and artwork. Wrote many of the leading feature stories. Facilitated
community outreach to further content and best serve our market of Atlanta readers.
Development Director, Literacy Volunteers of Atlanta, April 2010 – Jan. 2011
Led development of programs for non-profit organization including community outreach, research,
and grant writing. Oversaw facilitation of adult literacy classes including matching adult learners with
volunteer tutors. Handled all writing needs including student success stories and monthly newsletter.
Media Relations Manager, Georgians for Smart Energy, April 2009 – April 2010
Completed one-year contract funded by Rockefeller Family Fund to serve as media relations liaison
for a statewide coalition working toward environmentally responsible energy policy. Conceived,
wrote, and edited content for media; planned media “swings” across state.
Director, The Literary Center at the Margaret Mitchell House, 2004-2009
Sought out and connected with agents, authors, and publishers to produce and direct literary
programs including 60 author lectures a year. Grew audience by 700 percent. Secured community

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partnerships with literary organizations and publishers including PENN/Faulkner Writers in
Schools.
Creator, Youth Writing Workshops at Margaret Mitchell House, 2002-2004
Developed and launched writing workshops and summer writing camps for adolescents. Acted as
lead instructor of multiple programs, then recruited and mentored professional writers as additional
instructors. Grew program from 15 to 200 students. (Directed program until 2009).
Journalism Experience
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution (The AJC)
Regular Features Contributor and Book Reviewer, 1990-present
Editor, News for Kids sections, 1994-1999
The Columbian, Vancouver, Wash.
Staff Reporter, Food & Fashion Editor, Theater, Dance and Arts Critic, 1983-1990
The Las Vegas Sun
Breaking News Reporter, Lead Features Reporter and Writer, 1980-1983
Education
Pennsylvania State University
Bachelor of Arts in English, 1978
Community and Volunteer Work
• Full-time volunteer-manager, Sundance Film Festival, 11 consec. years, 2006-2016
• Graduate of Arts Leadership course conducted by MAACC (Metropolitan Atlanta Arts &
Culture Coalition), 2006-2007
• Grady High School Foundation, board vice president, 2004-2009
• Inman Middle School executive board of directors, 2000-2004
• Grady High School, arts board member, 2001-2004
• Inman Park Neighborhood Association redevelopment board member, YYYY
Additional Skills & Background
• Highly proficient in Social Media, Microsoft Excel, and Google Docs. Flexible and eager to
learn additional software and platforms.
• Significant experience as editor and supervisor in journalism, publishing, and literary settings
• Well-connected freelance journalist in Atlanta metro area; strong networking skills
• Enjoy excellent health, engagement with performing and literary arts, films, and books
• Greatly appreciate working with young people in start-up environment
• 25-yr resident of Inman Park neighborhood in downtown Atlanta
• Book critic for a number of publications including Philadelphia Inquirer, Fort Worth Star-
Telegram, Atlanta Style & Design and Charleston Style & Design magazines
• Telegram. Chief children’s/youth book critic for The AJC, 1994-present.