Seller 254133 - Chorley, Lancashire, UK
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| Hourly Rate: | £25.00 | |
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| Overview: | Are you looking for copy that is clear, concise and creative? Look no further. With substantial experience in B2B and B2C search engine optimised copy, you'll get what you want, when you want it. | |
CV
| A highly-motivated and keen writer, I have a drive to succeed in the field of copywriting. During my career as a freelance website copywriter and exam writer I have developed excellent written communication skills, as well as a creative flair and a strong ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines. In addition to my aptitude for teamwork and client liaison, I am also highly capable of working independently. I believe in copy that is clear, concise and consistent with the needs of individual clients and their businesses. With demonstrable proofreading and editing skills and an ability to adapt to different written genres, I have a good eye for detail as well as proven organisation and research skills. I have a full portfolio of work and I am currently seeking a new and exciting challenge in the copywriting field. |
Employment History
(Jan 2007 & ongoing)
Copywriter (freelance basis)
Heywood, LancashireI work on a continual freelance basis, producing first class search engine optimised copy for B2B and B2C websites. I produce clean, creative copy to fulfil individual client briefs in a variety of genres. This work also includes close liaison with both clients and the Reach BCS team, as well as excellent research, proofreading and copy-editing skills.
(Sep 2006 & ongoing)
Exam Writer
PrestonWorking on a freelance basis, I produce English Language Proficiency exams for the UCLan Europalso external exam board for Speakers of English as a Foreign Language. This work involves superior research skills and creativity which are essential in the production of original reading and listening scripts to meet strict criteria. I work to tight deadlines and frequently liaise with team members in order to revise and proofread copy.
Professional Qualifications
| Proofreading Certificate, The Publishing Training Centre, London In order to gain this certificate I completed a series of challenging assignments which focussed on all aspects of proofreading, including the use of BSI proof-correcting symbols applied to differing styles of written copy. |
Education
(Oct 2005 to Aug 2007)
Lancaster University
Master in Language Teaching: Applied Linguistics, University of Lancaster
During my time as a student I improved my formal, academic writing style along with my ability to carry out detailed research, in order to produce lengthy written assignments as well as a 12,500 word dissertation. I am aware of the issue of plagiarism and the importance of producing original written work.
(Oct 1992 to Jun 1995)
Lancaster University
BA (Honours) Degree in English Language (2.1), University of Lancaster
Other Skills, Experience and Interests
| Certificate In Translation, International House, Barcelona Completion of this course included the translation of texts from Spanish into English in a variety of genres. During the course I developed a keen ability to produce clear, consistent and accurate translations. Assistant Editor (Voluntary), Euromedia Associates Ltd, Chorley, Lancashire This post involved producing and re-writing copy including texts and advertisements, as well as undertaking basic copy-editing and proofreading duties. During this time I had articles published in the national Disabled magazine. I.T. Literacy Including Windows Vista 2007, Excel, Internet search and e-mail Creative Writing I enjoy writing short stories and journalistic pieces Languages Spanish (advanced), French and German (basic skills), BSL (basic skills) Other Interests Playing the piano (RSA grade 8), dance, travel, photography, reading |
Categories & Skills
Media & Creative
Categories
Skills
- Academic (Writing)
- Business to Business (Writing)
- Business to Consumer (Writing)
- Business Writing (Writing)
- Copywriting (Writing)
- CVs (Writing)
- Marketing Copy (Writing)
- Newsletters (Writing)
- Press Releases (Writing)
- Promotional Material
- Web Content (Writing)

