Emma McClelland
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Emma McClelland

Freelance writer and editorManchester, United Kingdom
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Emma McClelland

Freelance writer and editorManchester, United Kingdom
About me
I am a freelance writer and editor with over five years' experience creating content for online and print publications. My experience includes working as an in-house editorial manager for a magic circle law firm and writing features for luxury lifestyle publications. I have also worked as a features writer in the in-house communications team of a UK-based technology company. I am a confident and competent content creator, with an eye for detail and a love of tight deadlines.
Projects
  • Video Explainer
    Video ExplainerVideo Explainer on right-to-work checks for the charity 'Work Rights Centre'
  • Video explainer
    Video explainerA video for technology company UKFast
Work history
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    Editorial ManagerFreshfields Bruckhaus Deringer LLP
     - Manchester, United KingdomFull Time
    As an editorial manager in the firm's content marketing team, I created a range of material for digital and print channels, including: ● thought leadership articles; ● client briefings; ● ad copy; ● pitches; ● case studies; and ● award entries. I also helped stakeholders from across the business to craft communications and regularly edited content to ensure messaging was clear, engaging and in line with the firm's wider strategic objectives.
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    Features WriterUKFast
     - Manchester, United KingdomFull Time
    My responsibilities included: pitching features to various regional and national publications; securing media appearances for senior stakeholders; and creating content, including blog posts for the firm's website and features for external publications. As the CEO's ghostwriter, I frequently drafted blog posts on a range of business and leadership topics. In addition, I presented a number of YouTube videos, explaining tech trends and services for the benefit of the company's clients and potential clients.
Skills
  • Content Editing
  • Content Writing
  • Proofreading
  • Feature Writing
  • Interview Transcribing
  • Blog Content
  • Script Writer
  • Ghostwriting
  • Marketing Copywriting
  • Press Copywriting
Education
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    The Royal Central School of Speech and Drama logo
    MAThe Royal Central School of Speech and Drama
     - London, United Kingdom
    Master's Degree in Writing for Stage and Broadcast Media
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    BAUniversity of Warwick
     - Warwick, United Kingdom
    BA in Theatre and Performance Studies