Item: Teodoro Leo
Rating: 5.0
Author: Monge Culture

Overview

Hello! My name is Teodoro, but you can call me Teddy! With nearly a decade of professional comic book editorial experience, I’ve had the privilege of helping the biggest names in comics shepherd their stories from pitch to comic shelf. Reach out so we can bring your stories to life!

Steve Orlando: (Eisner, Glaad, Ringo Nominated Writer. Wonder Woman. Martian Manhunter. Rainbow Bridge. Party and Prey.)

"Teddy's skill goes beyond project and production management. He knows how to nurture a project and help the creative team polish it into the best possible version of their idea. That's the job, both exciting and intimidating, and Teddy's turned himself into its master."

Peter Milligan: (Elektra. X-Force. Moon Knight. Dogs of London)

“With his clear story notes, project efficiency, all-around communication skills, and professionalism, Teddy is an absolute pleasure to collaborate with."

Alex Dvorak: (The Nighttime Kids. Hey, Johny. Washington Post. Vogue.)

“Teddy has a keen eye for discovering talent, developing their skills, and championing unique stories. He is a brilliant editor, a genuine soul, and a true creative mind."

Alex Segura: (Bestselling author of Secret Identity. Araña/Spider-Man 2099: Dark Tomorrow. Star Wars: Poe Dameron Free Fall. Archie.)

"Teddy is the definition of organized. A meticulous editor who understands the elements of putting together a comic. He knows the business and how to get things done."

Nick Santora: (Emmy Nominated. Reacher. The Sopranos. Law & Order)

“Teddy’s story notes are thoughtful and respectful while providing helpful guidance. He is organized and provides wonderful direction regarding delivery dates and deadlines. A pleasure to work with!”

Services

Developmental Editing

Copy Editing

Editorial Assessment

Proofreading

Fiction

Comics & Graphic Novels

Languages

English (US)

Work experience

Managing Editor

Sandstorm & Little Storm Comics

Oct, 2024 — Present

Manage editors on a day-to-day basis through all stages of the publishing lifecycle, from acquisitions and project planning through editing, design, and production. Oversee all editorial scheduling, including production, printing, and creator.

Editor

Mad Cave Studios, Maverick, Papercutz

Dec, 2024 — Present

Overseeing Comics editorial on projects across genre and demographics including Adult, Young Adult, and Middle Grade,

Story Lead

VISUALL

Apr, 2020 — Present

We entertain people around the globe through unconstrained storytelling by developing in-house originals, contract work for global clients, and vertical scroll reformatting.

Managing Editor

AfterShock Comics

Feb, 2016 — Feb, 2024 (about 8 years)

Teodoro worked his way up from Editorial Intern to Managing Editor while working on various genres and formats both on the creative and operations side of Editorial while playing a critical role in the creation and launch of new YA imprint and spearheading initiatives to grow into Webcomics and vertical scroll.