As a first generation graduate, he holds a BA in Creative Writing from The New School and an MA in Experimental Humanities and Social Engagement from NYU's Graduate School of Arts and Science. His impactful thesis project, "If the Creek Don't Rise: Collective History and Prison Abolition in the Southeast," serves as a powerful testament to memory culture and the urgent need to end mass incarceration. During his time at NYU, Basil further developed his poetry skills through on-campus writing workshops and simultaneously created multiple digital humanities projects from the ground up.

Basil's non-fiction creative writing has found its way into respected publications such as Harper's Bazaar, INTO, The Huffington Post, and The Advocate Magazine. As the founder of Transilient, a multimedia documentary project led by trans individuals, Basil is dedicated to challenging the narratives perpetuated by the media about the trans and nonbinary community. This effort has earned recognition at both the national and international levels, being featured in outlets like Buzzfeed, Bustle, and Refinery29. The project's extensive reach underscores the message that trans individuals are more than their trans identity, emphasizing that trans folks are #MoreThanTrans.

In his recent professional journey, Basil held the position of Communications and Advocacy Manager at SAGE, a national LGBTQ+ elder organization. Currently, he serves as the Senior Digital Campaign Manager at the National Domestic Workers Alliance, where he continues to bring his expertise and passion to advance the organization's mission. He works on personal creative projects while in the nonprofit sector.