About Sarah M. Sutherland
Work Experience
2022 - Present
Editor - Rizzoli USA/Universe
Manage and edit content for calendars and book titles, working with talent to ensure high-quality deliverables. Acquire book projects, present pitches, and oversee the editorial process from conception to delivery. Craft tip sheets, catalog copy, and profit & loss (P&L) worksheets per project, pitch ideas, and provide feedback to senior editorial staff. Attend major trade shows like New York Comic-Con and the NY Gift Show, sourcing ideas and fostering licensing collaborations.
2018 - 2024
Senior Sales Support Specialist - Yardi Systems, Inc.
Managed contract operations for six years, including tracking contract status, execution, storage, and communication under tight deadlines. Reviewed and drafted contracts, supported sales negotiations, and collaborated with legal teams and industry experts to customize legal paperwork. Served as a primary point of contact for the Yardi Sales team, building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders while addressing inquiries and managing escalations through Microsoft Suite and CRM systems.
2017 - 2018
Technical Writer - Medtronic, Inc.
Led the development and updates of technical documentation and graphic design for Medtronic Neurosurgery and ENT products, working closely with R&D, Marketing, and Clinical teams. Revised instructions for use, creating drawings, and designing promotional materials using Adobe InDesign and Illustrator. Approved, submitted, and tracked product development through an Agile system, ensuring compliance with timelines and quality standards.
2016 - 2017
Copyedit and Editorial Intern, Guest Writer
The Santa Barbara Independent
Interviewed and gathered information from community leaders and business owners for feature articles. Attended arts & entertainment events and wrote dance reviews. Wrote opinion and editorial pieces. Proofed, fact-checked, and fixed grammatical, punctuation, and spelling errors according to AP and CMS Style.
Education
2021 - 2023
Master's of Science Degree in Publishing
Pace University, Dyson College of Arts and Sciences
2013 - 2017
Bachelor's Degree in English
Westmont College
Skills & Expertise
A versatile professional with expertise in content creation, project management, and contract operations. Skilled in drafting, editing, and managing agreements with precision and efficiency under tight deadlines. Proficient in Microsoft Suite, Adobe InDesign, and Photoshop, with additional experience in CRM systems and Agile workflows.​