About me

A freelance writer and sub-editor specialising in lifestyle, culture, food & drink (particular interest in natural wine), music and travel. Currently based in Glasgow, willing to commute to other areas of Scotland and available to do remote work in any location.

QuestionsProjectsExperienceTeam

• Changing lanes: copywriting for web and social media

Projects

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  Natural wine article for Greater Govanhill MagazineAn article covering the natural wine scene on Glasgow's Southside, discussing its demographics, ethical appeal, aesthetics, online presence, perceived novelty and general inclusiveness.
• Film review for ArtrockerMy review of a 2008 screening of Julian Schnabel's film 'Lou Reed's Berlin' for Artrocker magazine
• Sex Beet interview for Loud And QuietAn interview I did with London three-piece Sex Beet for Loud And Quiet magazine (volume 3, issue 11) in November 2009

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Work history

Sub-editor3CC
May 2021 - Jun 2021London, United KingdomFreelance
E20 Journal is a new magazine for Westfield Stratford City. It includes news coverage of the centre; information about the shops, restaurants and entertainment; interviews with local creatives and businesses; pieces on food, culture, lifestyle and local history. Friendly, informative, stylish and colourful, the magazine is designed to appeal to a wide audience from luxury shoppers to busy families. As subeditor, my work includes writing copy, cutting and reworking, fact checking and proofreading.
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WriterGreater Govanhill Magazine
Mar 2021 - Apr 2021Glasgow, United KingdomFreelance
Contributing to the magazine as both a writer and sub-editor, my latest piece explores the current rise of natural wine: what it is, the ethics and culture surrounding it, who it appeals to and why, the natural wine 'scene' and how it's finding a home on Glasgow's Southside.

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Skills

• Proofreading
• Sub-editing
• Copwriting
• Review Writing
• Fact Checking
• Copyediting
• Creative Writing
• Article Writing

Education

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Master of ArtsRose Bruford College of Theatre and Performance
Sep 2004 - Jul 2006London, United Kingdom
MA in Dramatic Writing from Rose Bruford College