Conor Welter - Editor
A transplant from Hollywood, I love working w/ writers of all formats to take stories to the next level, particularly in speculative fiction
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For the last four years I have helped authors of all levels of experience improve and polish their stories. Prior to that, I spent years reading the best and worst Hollywood had to offer for production companies, movie studios, and television networks.
I love working with ambitious writers, offering perspective, insight, and a sounding board. I have a particular preference for genre works, but that is by no means a steadfast rule.
I've also spent many an hour fixing every last misplaced vowel and Oxford comma for my dyslexic lawyer of a husband and will gladly do the same for you.
I have a BFA in Film and Television Production as well as an MA in Media, Culture, and Communication both from New York University.
I love working with ambitious writers, offering perspective, insight, and a sounding board. I have a particular preference for genre works, but that is by no means a steadfast rule.
I've also spent many an hour fixing every last misplaced vowel and Oxford comma for my dyslexic lawyer of a husband and will gladly do the same for you.
I have a BFA in Film and Television Production as well as an MA in Media, Culture, and Communication both from New York University.
Languages
English (CAN)
English (UK)
English (US)
Fiction
Epic Fantasy
Gaming & LitRPG
LGBTQ Fiction
Plays & Screenplays
Science Fiction
Urban Fantasy
Young Adult Fantasy
Work experience
Freelance Editor
Self-employed
December, 2018
–
Present
(about 4 years)
Passion and inspiration for great storytelling. I offer creative editing and story consultation specializing in genre and speculative fiction across numerous formats and media.
Assistant to SVP and Director of Drama Programming
Fox Broadcasting Company
March, 2016
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July, 2017
(over 1 year)
At FBC I read dozens of scripts, books, and plays a week assessing them for development and offering notes on scripts for current shows.
Assistant to Head of Television
Original Film
March, 2014
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June, 2015
(over 1 year)
At Original Film I supported the Head of Television in production and development capacities including for the AMC pilot PREACHER, directed by Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg which is now in it's second season. I researched and evaluated IP for potential development, and reviewed and provided creative feedback on scripts, cuts, and submissions and generated summaries, coverage, and loglines.
Writer/Producer
Eleven11 Productions
January, 2008
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May, 2010
(over 2 years)
Writer and Producer of the short film A Border Story. Official selection of the 2010 Tribeca Film Festival.
Portfolio (16 selected works)
Misfit Mage: Fledgling God: book 1
Michael Taggart
He went searching for a fresh start. He didn’t expect to find unusual friends, fierce enemies, and primal powers.Jason thought that it was the end of his life after being attacked and hunted by a band of ruthless thugs. Instead, he tapped into the source of creation and emerged from his Death Experience with magical powers. Rescued by a mountain troll and a battle mage, he becomes part of an u... read more
The Last Angel Warrior (The Kalib Andrews Chronicles Book 1)
Wells III, John W.
The Book of Briars (The Briar Archive Book 5)
Bernstein, C.J., Bernstein, C.J.
The Monarch Papers: Flora & Fauna (The Briar Archive Book 1)
Bernstein, C.J.
The Monarch Papers: Cosmos & Time (The Briar Archive Book 2)
Bernstein, C.J.
When Colour Became Grey
A C Lorenzen
After her unexpected death, Ameerah is sentenced to several decades as a ghost in a parallel world. At the end of it she will be granted a second chance at her human life, returning to the moment she died and surviving her accident. Her duty is to hunt and kill demons, but this dangerous new world demands more than just years of service. Soon she realizes the demons are not the only ones threa... read more
Conor has 21 reviews
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Communication & Punctuality
Like a master blacksmith, you hand Conor the pig iron of your manuscript and he tells you where to apply the heat and suggests where to pound it to beat it into shape. Terrific guidance.
Only hiccup was communication and deadline, both of which could have been more timely, though understandable given he fell ill during the review period.
Dana Crane, December 2021
Didn’t agree with everything Conor wrote, that would be just creepy. Told me a lot of things that needed to be said out loud and gave me some great ideas. Money well spent.
Ron Stubberfield, December 2021
We had some issues regarding timing but the quality was amazing! I am super happy with the edit and Conor did a super job with the editing. Thanks so much.
Angie Delazi, October 2021
Lots of "little issues" that pretty much didn't seem to exist. I should only use the word "madam" if I'm referring to a brothel, twins should never be referred to as older or younger (even though twins argue this often), and many more--within the first chapter.
M.A. Moreland, August 2021
HIRE CONOR!!! It's as simple as that. He is incredible! If you must know more, he took my manuscript and offered ways to open it up to many more possibilities, ranging from ways to create more drama and heighten the tension to giving the characters more depth, more drive and more conflict. Conor dove deep into the story and dissected the pacing and the plot and suggested ways to improve the st...
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Jason Serbu, June 2021
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