Tiff Joshua Tj Ferentini
About Tiff Joshua Tj Ferentini
Tiff Joshua Tj Ferentini is an Editor at Kodansha Comics, currently working at Penguin Random House in New York, NY, with extensive experience in publishing and editorial roles.
Company
Tiff Joshua Tj Ferentini currently works at Penguin Random House as an Editor for Kodansha Comics in New York, NY. Kodansha Comics is a renowned publisher of manga and Japanese literature, known for its high-quality English-language localizations.
Title and Current Role
Tiff Joshua Tj Ferentini holds the title of Editor at Kodansha Comics, where he is responsible for overseeing the localization of manga titles. His duties involve mentoring editorial staff, contributing to recruitment efforts, and updating style guides. He ensures high standards of quality for English translations, manages translator and designer collaborations, and reviews printer proofs. His work supports the publishing of 45-60 two-hundred-page manga paperbacks annually.
Previous Experience
Prior to his current role, Tiff Joshua Tj Ferentini has accumulated significant editorial and publishing experience. He worked as an Associate Editor for The Japan Voice and as a Publishing Associate at Kodansha USA Publishing. He also served as a Web Developer and Social Media Manager at the Charter School of Educational Excellence for four years and as a Language Center Assistant at Japan Society. Additional roles include internships and positions at Asymptote Journal, The Voracious Reader, and The Manhattanville Review.
Education and Expertise
Tiff Joshua Tj Ferentini has a robust academic background. He completed a Summer Publishing Institute at New York University. He holds a Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Creative Writing from Manhattanville College and a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in English Language and Literature from the same institution. Additionally, he spent a year studying at Kansai Gaidai University, enhancing his understanding of Japanese culture and language.
Roles and Responsibilities
In his role as an Editor at Kodansha Comics, Tiff Joshua Tj Ferentini's responsibilities include suggesting and reviewing potential titles for acquisition, checking translation accuracy, and advising on book titles and metadata. He writes cover copy and assists with identifying target consumers and key selling points. He collaborates closely with translators and designers to deliver high-quality English localizations. His work ensures the successful publication and market presence of Kodansha Comics titles.