SERVICES - Freelance copywriter, journalist in California

WRITING, CORPORATE COMMUNICATIONS, PUBLISHING

I am often retained to manage large projects or bridge a short-term staffing gap, but I also work on a project-by-project basis. When working on retainer, I work out a schedule for on-site and off-site work to make myself available for staff meetings. I'm also available for on-call writing assignments and consultation. Retainers are contracted on 6-month increments, but I will discuss shorter or longer arrangements. The monthly flat rate fee is negotiated and includes expenses such as phone calls, travel, materials, and 'as needed' third-party services.

Below are the professional roles that I am often asked to fill:

Corporate Communications Developer/Manager

This is a "power role" that involves designing and coordinating corporate communications under existing policies and procedures or creating "P&P" when needed. My work involves interfacing with an existing marketing/public relations department and/or agency plus other departments within the company. Tasks may include monitoring of company media, implementing/utilizing electronic publishing technology, cataloging documents, managing multiple projects, producing and publishing materials, estimating production costs, and working with or supervising other writers/editors.

But as a copywriter for corporate communications, I write and edit copy for brochures and other forms of documents (online and print) as needed. I may assist my client with assessing production costs and oversee work done by external suppliers. I often draw on my familiarity with a variety of concepts, practices, and procedures in the performance of my duties, relying on personal judgment about how to achieve my client's marketing/communication goals.

Senior Writer/Editor

The scope of this role involves writing, editing, proofreading, and editing a variety of copy or documents. May include planning/preparing documents/stories for dissemination; coordinating company publications including articles, artwork, verifying facts, giving final approval, et cetera; and/or developing, implementing, and maintaining editorial policies and standards. Often includes research and verifying facts and/or overseeing work done by reporters or other writers.

I may also research, develop, investigate, and write news stories through interviews, observation, and library and/or online resources. I will determine the tone and intended audience of story(ies) and investigate the validity of news story sources/claims. Role may involve special assignments for in-depth investigation of issues, trends, and/or processes.

FEES:

Flexible and reasonable. Send business email to: heavypen@yahoo.com - and please include"[RW_SERVICE INQUIRY]" in the subject line. I use Yahoo email as a way of filtering out spam - I will contact you via a personal email address.

NOTICE:

As of August 2004, I ceased Website SEO services to focus on my core skills. However, I do have great referrals.