John Pels

John Pels is an accomplished editor and associate producer specializing in audio and digital publishing at Scholastic since January 2010. With a diverse skill set that includes negotiating audio rights deals, managing metadata, and executive producing over 20 titles annually, Pels has played a pivotal role in advancing Scholastic's audio offerings. Prior roles at Scholastic include associate editor and publishing assistant, where responsibilities encompassed managing audiobook development, coordinating digital rights, and supporting trade publishing operations. Pels also gained valuable experience as an intern at NBCUniversal, contributing to productions such as "Late Night with Conan O'Brien" and "Saturday Night Live," and served as a script intern at RK Films. Pels holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Writing, Media and Communications from New York University.