April Balotro

April Balotro is a seasoned editorial professional with extensive experience in managing editorial teams and workflows. Currently serving as Managing Editor at Orange Circle Studio since March 2019, April trains and supervises a diverse team of editors, implementing processes to navigate COVID-related challenges. Previous roles include Assistant Managing Editor at Quarto Publishing Group USA, where April oversaw workflows for multiple children’s book imprints, and Managing Editor positions at I-5 Publishing LLC and BowTie Inc., focusing on magazine launches and content planning. Earlier career highlights include work as a screenplay evaluator and literacy tutor, alongside contributions as an arts editor. April holds a BA in English from UCLA and an M.A. in English from California State University, Long Beach.