Ben Togut

Experience

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  Columbia Grammar and Preparatory School

  Sept 2015 - May 2019

  Wrote, edited, and selected works for printed high school literary magazine. Edited creative writing online publication; published short stories and poems.

  • Columbia Prep Literary Journal: Co-Editor (2018-19), Editorial Board (2016-18)

    Sept 2016 - May 2019

  • Columbia Impromptu: Editor In Chief (2018-19), Co-Editor (2017-18)

    Sept 2015 - May 2019
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  The Adroit Journal

  Jun 2018 - Aug 2019

  Poetry Reader

  Reviewed and provided editorial feedback on poetry submissions for an online literary journal Fulfilled weekly reading/voting quota of 30+ reviews to ultimately vote on 30 pieces and provided commentary on 20 pieces, via the interface Submittable

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  The Wesleyan Argus

  Sept 2019 - May 2023

  Edited and provided feedback on articles about arts events on campus as well as pop culture reviews on a variety of topics. Wesleyan University's twice-weekly student newspaper since 1868. Wrote op-eds on a variety of topics, ranging from mental health to the need for more queer spaces on campus.

  • Head Arts & Culture Editor

    Dec 2022 - May 2023

  • Assistant Arts & Culture Editor

    Jan 2022 - Dec 2022

  • Staff Op-Ed Writer

    Sept 2019 - Dec 2021
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  Wesleyan University

  Sept 2019 - May 2020

  Wesleying (Independent Student Blog for Wesleyan University): Contributing Writer
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  Discover GREY

  May 2021 - Aug 2021

  Editorial Intern

  Conducted interviews and wrote 12 articles about subjects at the intersection of entrepreneurship and social issues Wrote: "Hudson Taylor And The Sticker That Changed His Life” and “How To Make Your Startup More LGBTQ Friendly”Leveraged search-engine optimization and WordPress to improve readability and select target words to increase readership

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  The Wesleyan Lavender

  Jan 2022 - May 2023

  Senior Editor

  Reviewed and edited poetry submissions for publication in The Wesleyan Lavender, a student-run literary magazine.

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  The Village Sun

  Jun 2022 - Aug 2022

  Journalism Intern

  Researched and wrote six articles focused on arts and culture in downtown NYC for digital publicationInterviewed artists and activists focusing on their mission and life’s work, including Phoebe Legere and Clayton Patterson Wrote: “Remembering when drag was daring at the Pyramid Club” and “Rev. Billy and Stop Shopping Choir sing Jim Drougas's praises”

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  Barbara J. Zitwer Agency

  Aug 2023 - Oct 2023

  Junior Associate/Intern

  Read and evaluated queries and 100+ manuscript samples from prospective authorsContacted and followed up with authors regarding requests for full manuscripts as applicableDrafted letters and editorial feedback advising authors on manuscript status and suggestions for improvementWrote copy and condensed plot summaries for seven novels in the Agency’s fall catalogQueried creative writing MFA programs and attended readings to scout for new authors

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  Broadway's Best Shows, Inc.

  Dec 2023 - Sept 2024

  Theatre Critic

  Attended Broadway productions and write capsule reviews describing the show's highlightsWrote short articles about relevant topics in the theater worldInterviewed and profiled behind-the-scenes Broadway professionals for series Unsung Roles of the Theater

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  Goddard Riverside

  Mar 2024 - now

  Administrative Assistant

  Conduct weekly diligent searches for missing clients, by calling hospitals and searching client names in missing persons’ and shelter databasesTransfer client information using MAVEN and AWARDS softwares to create client face sheets Log and submit financial documents for approval through accounting software Sage IntacctComplete financial documents including credit card approval forms, disbursement vouchers, and petty cash receiptsAccompany program director and ACT staff members to client visits in hospitals and shelters Show less