Amanda Mactas

Amanda Mactas is a New York City-based professional with over 12 years of experience in writing, editing, and content creation across various industries such as hospitality, food + beverage, fashion, spirits, lifestyle, beauty, travel, non-profit, retail, and healthcare.

She excels in developing brand partnerships, creating sponsored content, digital and social media strategies, influencer marketing, event planning, and execution.

Amanda has a strong background in editorial features, content management, article creation and pitching, blog writing, fundraising collateral development, and press release drafting. She is skilled in research, copy editing, and fact-checking.

With excellent communication skills, Amanda is known for her collaborative approach, strategic thinking, and quick adaptability to various tasks and challenges.

Currently, Amanda Mactas holds the role of Food & Travel Editor at Bella Magazine and also manages the lifestyle blog Manhattan with a Twist. Her work can be seen in renowned publications like PureWow, Women's Health, The Daily Meal, Wine4Food, Tor.com, Horse & Style Magazine, and Beyondish. She has received features in Forbes and Greatist as a travel expert.

Her educational background includes a Master of Science in Professional Writing from New York University, with previous studies in Psychobiology and Hispanic Studies at Wheaton College and Universidad de Córdoba respectively.

Throughout her career, Amanda has held various roles such as Founder & Editor-in-Chief at Manhattan with a Twist, Account Director at OM Media Group, and positions at Save the Children organization. She has also gained experience through internships at Shecky's Media, Inc. and Save the Children.