Jamaal D. Pittman
jamaaldpittman.bsky.social
Jamaal D. Pittman
@jamaaldpittman.bsky.social
2025 ACES Robinson Prize winner. The Copy Editor’s (Life)Style Guide. Repped by Cultivate Entertainment Partners. Scholarship cofounder.
We recently caught up with the 2025 recipient of the Annie and Sallie Ann Wheeler Memorial Scholarship, Jocelyn Hernandez Jimenez, who is now a freshman at UNC-Chapel Hill. Read the update about how Jocelyn’s college experience is going.
November 13, 2025 at 5:07 PM
The Red Pencil Conference owes me nothing. I gave a well-received talk on some of the best practices from my book, The Copy Editor’s (Life)Style Guide. It was wonderful catching up with old editor friends and getting to know new ones in Lynnwood as a presenter. #EdsGuild2025 #RedPencil2025
November 9, 2025 at 5:25 PM
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What organizations help make the #EdsGuild2025 Red Pencil Conference the friendliest editing conference around? We're thrilled to have @karenyin.bsky.social's Conscious Style Guide as a sponsor of our virtual conference!

Find out more and register today at edsguild.org/red-pencil-2025
October 13, 2025 at 9:08 PM
For you copy editors out there: Early-bird registration for the Red Pencil Conference ends September 15 (I’m a presenter). Hope to see you there!
One week remaining for Early Bird for the #EdsGuild2025 Red Pencil Conference!

We get it, you've got editing conference burnout right now, but as the friendliest editing conference around, we actively *want* you to save money on Red Pencil, 11/8 in Seattle & online.

edsguild.org/red-pencil-2025
September 14, 2025 at 4:29 PM
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Another fun L.A. edibuddies meetup where Karen received her replacement 2017 Robinson Prize crystal award (courtesy of ACES: The Society for Editing) since she lost hers in the fires. We had way too much fun finding many ridiculous typos on the menus! The restaurant needs a copyeditor! 🙄
August 24, 2025 at 1:03 AM
Looking forward to participating in this professional development speaker series for teens.
July 22, 2025 at 3:19 PM
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If you think grammar is all about stiff rules, think again. Dave Nelsen (@thegrammargeek.bsky.social) is here to shake things up and challenge the norms—with a modern twist that even your grandma would approve of. Visit piquepublishing.com/podcast to catch up on past episodes!
July 17, 2025 at 6:13 PM
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Red Pencil 2025 — Northwest Editors Guild
edsguild.org
July 11, 2025 at 12:48 AM
I'm presenting at the 2025 Red Pencil Conference hosted by @edsguild.bsky.social on November 8, 2025. Held at the Lynnwood Event Center and online, there will be a full day of sessions, networking, and a keynote from Jane Friedman. Registration info here: www.edsguild.org/red-pencil-2...
July 18, 2025 at 3:08 PM
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This is definitely a special one. In many ways, I’m happier, more confident, and more at peace than I’ve ever been…both personally and professionally.

Happy birthday to me.
May 21, 2025 at 12:40 PM
Congrats to Jocelyn Hernandez Jimenez, who is the 2025 recipient of the Annie and Sallie Ann Wheeler Memorial Scholarship. The award amount for this year is $6,000, which will be used to support Jocelyn’s studies at UNC-Chapel Hill.
May 16, 2025 at 2:18 PM
❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
@jamaaldpittman.bsky.social is the winner of the 2025 Robinson Prize, ACES' highest honor. Of course his book is terrific.
One year ago today, I publicly announced the release of my first book, “The Copy Editor’s (Life)Style Guide.” I’m grateful to everyone who purchased a copy or told someone about it.

This project was a landmark moment in my 20-year editing career.

Paperback and e-book editions available on Amazon.
May 7, 2025 at 6:43 PM
One year ago today, I publicly announced the release of my first book, “The Copy Editor’s (Life)Style Guide.” I’m grateful to everyone who purchased a copy or told someone about it.

This project was a landmark moment in my 20-year editing career.

Paperback and e-book editions available on Amazon.
May 7, 2025 at 1:04 PM
Thanks for the great interview, and I’m glad we were able to connect at ACES!
May 3, 2025 at 1:20 PM
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The latest episode is out! I had the opportunity to interview @acesediting.bsky.social president @h-e-saunders.bsky.social and Robinson Prize winner @jamaaldpittman.bsky.social. Check it out!
www.youtube.com/watch?v=5JKF...
Episode 29: STEM/Medical Editing (Double Feature Episode) | The Editor's Half Hour Podcast
YouTube video by Pique Publishing, Inc.
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May 3, 2025 at 5:53 AM
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In the next episode, I’m joined by two standout voices from this year’s @acesediting.bsky.social conference in Salt Lake City.

First, I interview @h-e-saunders.bsky.social, president of ACES and CEO of Nova Arc Content Co. and @jamaaldpittman.bsky.social, this year’s Robinson Prize winner.
April 22, 2025 at 7:06 PM
Special thanks to my dear friend Tenikka Smith Hughes for this beautiful gift. I’m so grateful for both your friendship and for the way you’ve celebrated me winning the 2025 ACES Robinson Prize.
April 21, 2025 at 3:58 PM
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You deserve it! Congratulations.
Thank you, ACES, for this beautiful recognition of my work. I can’t put into words the extent of my gratitude.
April 7, 2025 at 8:49 PM
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ACES: The Society for Editing has awarded the 2025 Robinson Prize to Jamaal D. Pittman, copy editor manager and author. The award was presented to Pittman at #ACES2025, the organization's 29th annual conference, in Salt Lake City. Read the story: ow.ly/fTcb50Vv7lV
April 7, 2025 at 9:41 PM
Thank you for this and for ALL you do to support editors! ❤️❤️❤️❤️
I love this. It’s great for @jamaaldpittman.bsky.social and it’s great for #editors everywhere!
Last night, ACES: The Society for Editing awarded me the 2025 Robinson Prize, a national “editor of the year” recognition and the highest honor the society bestows.

I also made history by becoming the first black winner of this prestigious award.
April 7, 2025 at 4:02 PM
Last night, ACES: The Society for Editing awarded me the 2025 Robinson Prize, a national “editor of the year” recognition and the highest honor the society bestows.

I also made history by becoming the first black winner of this prestigious award.
April 5, 2025 at 1:49 PM
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ACES: The Society for Editing has awarded the 2025 Robinson Prize to Jamaal D. Pittman, copy editor manager and author. The award was presented to Pittman at #ACES2025, the organization's 29th annual conference, in Salt Lake City. Read the story: ow.ly/fTcb50Vv7lV
April 5, 2025 at 4:52 AM
I am so thankful to be a contributing author for the #PerfectionUnderPressure ebook by @draftsmith.bsky.social! My section in the book discusses the idea of perfection being a myth.

Download it here: draftsmith.ai/perfection-u...
April 3, 2025 at 1:40 PM
🎉It’s here! Today, the folks at @draftsmith.bsky.social have launched their new ebook #PerfectionUnderPressure, and I’m thrilled to have been one of the contributors! My section gets into the notion of perfection being a myth.

Download: draftsmith.ai/perfection-u...
April 1, 2025 at 2:45 PM
For NEHS graduating seniors, there is one week left to apply for the Annie and Sallie Ann Wheeler Memorial Scholarship.

Please submit all applications to Ms. Vasquez.
March 31, 2025 at 3:40 PM