Cynthia-Marie O'Brien

Cynthia-Marie O'Brien is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in editing and writing, currently serving as a Senior Copy Editor at PitchBook since May 2023. O'Brien has been the Principal at Ideas Before Implementation since January 2013, providing editing and writing services to notable clients, including major publishing imprints. Previous roles include Copy Editor at Coresight Research and Queens Library, where contributions spanned various media formats and themes. Additionally, O'Brien has worked as an Essayist, recognized in Best American Essays 2011, and held various positions in literary publishing, including Freelance Book Reviewer for Kirkus Media and Freelance Contributor for Publishers Weekly. O'Brien has also served in academic administration at Columbia University, promoting writing programs and mentoring students. O'Brien holds an MFA in Creative Nonfiction from Columbia University and a BA in English & Creative Writing, Government, and Spanish from Dartmouth College.