About
Phillip Reed, also known as Mage1X or Crooked Pastor, is a multi-talented individual who is dedicated to living with integrity and making a positive impact on others. He wears many hats as an artist, author, credit specialist, producer, rapper, songwriter, and public speaker. His wide range of creative skills includes making tabletop role-playing game maps, drawing portraits and comic-cartoon style artwork, creating acrylic paintings, and crafting clothing and toys through crochet.
In the realm of music, Phillip explores various styles, with a primary focus on Rap and R&B. He humbly acknowledges that he has room for improvement in his craft and considers himself a perpetual beginner, always striving for growth. He is committed to personal development in emotional, mental, physical, spiritual, and financial aspects.
Phillip is grateful for the support of his fans and patrons, which allows him to pursue his artistic endeavors without the challenges of being a starving artist.
Additionally, he has a passion for making hand-dipped incense, a skill he has honed since 1998. His incense is known for its potent aroma and slow-burning quality, and they can be found online at Incense.PhillipReed.me

Artist, Producer, Public Speaker, Writer
- Website: www.phillipreed.me
- eMail: info(@)phillipreed.me
- Phone: (951) 251-5512
- Location: Moreno Valley, California
- Facebook: phillip.reed.5059
- Twitter: Mage1X
- Linkedin: phillip-reed-382479174
- Patreon: Mage1X
Resume
Education
San Bernardino Valley College
1999 – 2000
San Bernardino, California
Art/Art Studies, General
Source of Light Schools
2000 - 2006
Madison, Georgia
Bible/Biblical Studies
The Voice of Prophecy
2001
Loveland, Colorado
Bible/Biblical Studies
Evangelism Explosion International
2005 - 2006
Atwater,California
Evangelism
Universal Life Church
2005-2006
Sacramento, California
Divinity, Metaphysics
Long Ridge Writers Group
2007-2008
West Redding, Connecticut
English, Creative Writing
Lamar University
2008
Beaumont, Texas
Data Entry/Microcomputer Applications
Credit Repair Cloud
2021
Moreno Valley, California
CRC Software Certification/Basic Disputing/Credit Hero Challenge
Professional Experience
Artist
Feb 1998 – Present
Location Moreno Valley, California
- As an artist I draw, paint, bead and crochet as a form of self expression.
Songwriter
Apr 1998 – Present
Location Moreno Valley, California
- As a Songwriter I write songs of many different genre, yet mainly write Hip Hop/Rap and R&B songs.
Director
Jun 1998 – Present
Location Moreno Valley, California
- My team and I make body oils and hand dipped incense. We distribute them at bargain prices.
Instructor
Feb 2003 – March 2011
Location Moreno Valley, California
- As an instructor for the Federal Bureau of Prisons I taught Acrylic Painting, Calligraphy, Cartooning, Crochet, Story Creation & Application, Weight Management and Yoga.
Minister
Feb 2005 – Present
Location Moreno Valley, California
- As a Minister I provide spiritual counseling, mentorship, community outreach and evangelism.
Freelance Writer
Feb 2012 – Present
Location Moreno Valley, California
- As a freelancer I write fiction and nonfiction stories.
Animator
Jun 2017 – Present
Location Moreno Valley, California
- As an Animator for IMPERIUM MARKETING GROUP, I make whiteboard, 2D & 3D animation videos to advertise a client's goods and services.
Producer
Feb 2018 – Present
Location Moreno Valley, California
- As a Producer I supervise the making of musical recordings, especially by determining the overall sound. I am also responsible for the financial and managerial aspects of making movies or broadcasts.
Credit Specialist
Oct 2021 – Present
Location Moreno Valley, California
- As a Credit Specialist for FICO Fight Club, I assist my clients with acquiring the knowledge and skills needed to take charge of their financial future. Part of this work entails assisting people with correcting or removing inaccurate, erroneous, unfair or obsolete information from their credit reports.