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I am a freelance writer, editor and music specialist, based in Edinburgh. I have worked as a sub editor for the print magazine Record Collector, both the website and print editions of The Times and The Sunday Times and, most recently, for the investment firm Baillie Gifford.
I have created digital and SEO content for brands such as Universal Music, Refinery 29, Elle and Lush – whose March 2020 campaign I also worked on, as part of the copywriting team. I have written artist biographies for record labels, puff pieces for sales magazines, first person experiences for women’s magazines and beauty best-of lists, among many other things.
Whether it is creating playlists for companies, research for specialist publications, writing copy, transcribing interviews, or subbing, I love it all, and am keen to hear about any projects where I may be a fit.
So, drop me a line to have a chat – on potential work, day rates, the best 60s girl groups... whatever you fancy.
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Investment Operations Certificate from the Chartered Institute for Securities and Investments
Taken in over 50 countries, this qualification gives me an excellent overview of the administration and operations areas of the financial services sector.Training
I have run courses in the benefits of plain English; How to get the most out of your writing, and practical tips for writing and editing for print and digital.Writing and editing for digital, with a focus on UX
I have spent a lot of time writing, editing and proofing web copy and am passionate about the need for concise language and clear navigation. -
In my spare time I can be found djing (mainly soul and 60s girl groups), writing creatively as part of a writing group or over on my Substack (link at the top of the page!), and dancing.