Sydnee Monday
About Sydnee Monday
Sydnee Monday is an Associate Editor at Penguin Random House, with a background in media and a strong interest in promoting diversity and representation in media.
Title and Current Role
Sydnee Monday holds the title of Associate Editor at Penguin Random House. In this role, which started in April 2021, Sydnee is responsible for a range of editorial tasks, assisting with the development and refinement of manuscripts. Sydnee mediates between authors and various departments, including publicity, marketing, and sales, to ensure smooth communication and successful project outcomes.
Professional Experience
Sydnee Monday's professional journey is marked by several significant roles in well-known organizations. She began her career as a Media Intern at NSS Magazine in the Naples Area, Italy, from 2011 to 2012. Following that, she worked at Callaloo Children's Media and Firelight Media & Films in 2016. In 2017, she had various roles in Washington D.C. Metro Area, including Intern at VICE Media, Programs Associate at The PEN/Faulkner Foundation, and Arts Desk Intern and News Assistant at NPR. At Penguin Random House, Sydnee started as an Editorial Assistant for Kokila from 2018 to 2020, then as an Assistant Editor for Kokila from 2020 to 2021, before her current role.
Education and Academic Background
Sydnee Monday pursued her academic interests in film and communications at two prestigious institutions. She completed her Bachelor of Communications with a focus on Film/Cinema/Video Studies at Howard University from 2012 to 2016. During her time there, she also participated in a domestic exchange program at Columbia University in the City of New York, studying Film for one year from 2014 to 2015. These academic experiences have contributed to her deep understanding of media and its various facets.
Early Career and Internships
Sydnee Monday's early career includes diverse internships that provided a solid foundation in media and editorial work. Her roles ranged from being a Media Intern at NSS Magazine in Italy to internships at Callaloo Children's Media and Firelight Media & Films in Washington D.C. in 2016. These experiences were followed by a series of internships and roles in 2017 at prominent organizations like VICE Media, The PEN/Faulkner Foundation, and NPR, where she gained valuable insights into arts, culture, and news.
Interest in Diversity and Representation
Sydnee Monday has a strong interest in promoting diversity and representation in media. Her editorial work often involves mediating between authors and various departments to ensure that diverse voices are heard and accurately represented. This commitment aligns with her broader passion for arts and culture, as demonstrated through her various professional engagements and academic pursuits.