Andrae Smith Jr.(He/him)

Andrae is a writer, editor, and communications professional with over a decade of experience helping authors, educators, and organizations say what they mean — clearly and powerfully. As the founder of Lantern Literary, he has worked with nonprofits, school districts, and creative teams on everything from books and learning materials to messaging strategy, building his career by combining a love of language with real entrepreneurial hustle. If you're drawn to writing, editing, publishing, or communications, Andrae's path shows how those skills can open doors across industries and even lead to building something of your own.