Jay Justice
Writer - Editor - Accessibility Consultant - Game Developer - Content Creator
jay@jayjustice.net http://www.jayjustice.net
Work Experience
Cynosure Creative Agency (July 2022-current)
Accessibility Copywriting for the Amazon Prime series “The Legend of Vox Machina” and "Paper Girls" social media
Community Management Support
§ Utilize organizational programs and tools to streamline the collaborative process
§Maintain constant communication with the team to workshop solutions and complete goals
§Create detailed alt-text copy in the brand style for images and GIFs, matching the tone of the campaign
§Create detailed descriptive text copy in the brand style for videos and clips, matching the tone of the campaign
§Perform quick turnarounds on short notice and meet tight deadlines
Codename Entertainment (June 2020-July 2022)
Game: Idle Champions of The Forgotten Realms
Freelance Editor, Sensitivity Consultant
§ Beta read and provide feedback on character designs
§ Consult on representation from marginalized communities
§ Consult on increasing accessibility within the game
Chronicle Books (September 2021-June 2022)
Freelance Editor, Sensitivity Reader
§ Beta read first drafts & provide critiques
§ Refine characterization for marginalized characters
MidBoss (Feb 2022 - Apr 2022)
Game: Read Only Memories: NEURODIVER -
Freelance Consultant, Sensitivity Reader
§ Beta read and provide feedback on character designs
§ Consult on representation from marginalized communities
§ Refine characterization & narrative path for marginalized characters
Electronic Arts/BioWare (October 2020 – May 2021)
Mass Effect Legendary Edition Community Councilor
§Provide feedback & suggestions on improvements to all in-game aspects of the remastered trilogy
§Provide feedback on marketing, promotions & development of the remaster
§Provide specific gameplay/bug fixing feedback prior to release of the games
Summerfall Studio (March 2021 - October 2021)
Game: Stray Gods: The Roleplaying Musical
Freelance Editor, Cultural Consultant
§ Beta read, review, and provide feedback on character designs
§ Consult on representation from marginalized communities
§ Refine characterization & narrative path for marginalized characters
Serial Box/Realm Media (December 2020-December 2021)
-Freelance Editor, Sensitivity Reader
§ Beta read first drafts & provide critiques
§ Refine characterization for marginalized characters
HarperCollins Publishers (November 2020-July 2021) -
Freelance Editor, Sensitivity Reader
§ Beta read first drafts & provide critiques
§ Refine characterization for marginalized characters
Sinking Ship Creations (May 2019-November 2019)
Game: Scapegoat -
Freelance Editor, Cultural Consultant
§ Beta read and provide feedback on character designs
§ Consult on representation from marginalized communities
§ Consult on increasing accessibility within the game
Avon Impulse Publishers [Author Alyssa Cole] (December 2018-January 2019)
Freelance Editor, Sensitivity Reader
§ Beta read first drafts & provide critiques
§ Refine characterization for marginalized characters
Macmillan Publishers, First Second Books (May 2017-Dec 2017)
Book: The Adventure Zone: Here There Be Gerblins-
Freelance Editor, Social Media Support
§ Beta read rough drafts & provide critiques
§ Refine characterization and plot direction
§ Edit social media posts and clarify statements for public consumption
Promo 360 Group (March 2012- 2017)
Event Brand Ambassador and Coordinator
§Coordinate interactive exhibits with fans
§ Engage & interact with the public at special events
§Participate in media interviews as a company rep
§Perform online & in person promotion and marketing of events
Public Figure Experience (2009-Present)
Cosplayer, Content Creator, Advocate
§ Created & modeled over 120 costumes based on popular culture
§ Frequent convention guest, vendor & panelist
§ Live streams art, video games, cosplay, comics, culinary arts, watch parties & TTRPGs
§ Regularly posts to audience of 20k total on all social media
§ Promotes equality, accessibility & representation in all areas
Accomplishments and Awards
Member of The Game Awards Future Class of 2022
2 time speaker at GDC (Game Developers Conference)
Featured speaker & educator at MIT Lincoln Laboratory
Featured speaker & educator at Microsoft/Xbox
Featured speaker & educator at Sony/Playstation
Featured speaker & educator at New York Public Library, San Diego Public Library & Worcester Public Library
Marvel Cosplay Cover Artist for A-Force #1
Appeared in Marvel 616 on Disney+
Capcom Creator
EA Game Changer/EA Creator Network member
Ubisoft Creator
LogitechG Creator
Intel Gaming Partner
FanologyPV Ambassador
Take This Ambassador
Featured by Syfy
Featured by G4
Guest of Honor, panelist and cosplay contest judge at Haven Con
2-time cosplay guest, panelist and hostess at AC Boardwalk Con
2-time cosplay guest & panelist at Geek Girl Con
6-time guest & panelist at PAX East & PAX South
2-time guest & panelist at FlameCon
2-time guest, panelist & cosplay contest judge at Farpoint Con
2-time guest, panelist & cosplay contest judge at Blerd City Con
Panelist at SDCC, NYCC, AwesomeCon, Katsucon, LGBT Expo, BlerdCon
Best Female Costume at Detroit Fanfare
2nd Place at SDCC Marvel Cosplay Contest
Brand Ambassador for Marvel Universe Live
Promoter for Activision’s Marvel Ultimate Alliance 2
Education
Game Development: Introduction to Game Making with Unreal Engine – March-June 2022
Standard: GED- 2008