Karen Gantz Zahler

Kathleen Ortiz founded her own agency in 2022 after working in publishing and international licensing for over a decade, serving in roles such as Director of Translation, Subsidiary Rights Manager, and Literary Agent.

She earned an MS in Publishing from Pace University and has spent her career helping build and elevate creative brands across global markets.

Ortiz focuses on books and media for adults and children with strong visual elements, and she values work that brings humor, joy, and inspiration.

Her background in rights, translation, and agenting informs a practical, market-aware approach to developing projects and expanding their international and media potential.