Amanda Montanez
About Amanda Montanez
Amanda Montanez serves as the Associate Graphics Editor at Scientific American, a position she has held since 2018. She has a Master of Science in Biomedical Communications from the University of Toronto and extensive experience in graphics editing and illustration.
Work at Scientific American
Amanda Montanez has been serving as an Associate Graphics Editor at Scientific American since 2018. In this role, she is responsible for creating and overseeing the visual aspects of scientific publications. Prior to her current position, she worked as an Assistant Graphics Editor from 2015 to 2018, where she contributed to the design and development of various graphic content. Additionally, she gained experience as an Information Graphics Intern at Scientific American for two months in 2015.
Education and Expertise
Amanda Montanez holds a Master of Science (MSc) in Biomedical Communications from the University of Toronto, which she completed from 2012 to 2014. She also earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Fine and Studio Arts from Smith College, studying there from 2002 to 2006. Her educational background equips her with a strong foundation in both scientific communication and visual arts.
Background
Before her tenure at Scientific American, Amanda Montanez worked at Harvard University as a Staff Assistant from 2010 to 2012. She has also been engaged in freelance work as an illustrator since 2013, collaborating with Harvard University and the University of Toronto. At the University of Toronto, she has been involved as a Researcher, Writer, Illustrator, and Developer in a freelance capacity since 2014.
Professional Experience
Amanda Montanez has accumulated diverse professional experience in graphic design and communication. Her roles have included working as a Staff Assistant at Harvard University and various freelance positions. Her experience as an Information Graphics Intern at Scientific American provided her with early exposure to the field, contributing to her development as a graphics editor.