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Freelance Journalists, Feature Writers, Content Writers--International

This pages lists professional journalists, commentators and columnists. It includes both specialists and generalist reporters, editorial and feature writers. Most can work globally via email.  Assignments can also be posted to our mailing list.

 

By country: 
Asia 

Australia 
New Zealand
UK & Europe 
USA & Canada

Africa

Freelance Journalists, Feature Writers, Content Writers: Asia & the Middle East
Sahana Ghosh (India)
Freelance journalist / business researcher / report writer/ academic writer.

George W. Russell (Hong Kong)
I'm an experienced editor and writer from Australia based in Bangalore, India, where I work for both the media and non-government organizations.
Sudha Seshadri (Mumbai, India)
Experienced writer and editor with over 30 years work experience. Have worked on books, magazine articles, web content, e-books, promotional materials and more.

Freelance Journalists, Feature Writers, Content Writers: Australia
Lynne Blundell 
(Haberfield, NSW, Australia)
Highly versatile writer and journalist with 25+years of experience. Investigative journalism, feature writing, corporate writing, technical writing, speeches, letters, ghost writing, online. Clear, Concise, Creative. In my spare time - fiction.
Jane Clement (Sydney, New South Wales, Australia)
Clear copy; thorough research; always hits deadlines; 25 years’ experience. Just some of the reasons to work with Jane Clement.

Barb Clews (Leschenault, West Australia)
Barb is a successful Freelance Writer/Journalist. Her experience includes articles, newsletters, press releases, tender responses, reports, editorial, advertorial, web copy, brochures, company profiles and editing. Barb specialises in plain English.
Megan Cope (Acton, ACT, Australia)
Professional, versatile and willing to try any challenge, Megan Cope can write and edit a variety of material from different genres and media. Although most of her experience is in fiction (especially speculative fiction), she also has experience in newsletters, articles and editorial pieces.
Stuart Corner (Sydney, NSW, Australia)
Highly experienced and awarded journalist and writer specialising in telecommunications and computing. 30 years experience, a solid technology background and a talent for communicating complex concepts clearly and concisely.
Leanne Gibbs (Sydney, Australia)
An engaging style, flexible approach and the ability to meet deadlines characterise my writing for human services-particularly in the areas of child health,care and education.
Lyndall Guinery-Smith - The Professional Writer (Tweed Heads, NSW, Australia)
Lyndall is an experienced, results-driven freelance copywriter who shapes your story to engage and persuade customers.

Kristine Harrison-Jennings (Melbourne, Victoria, Australia)
Proven success in clarifying and consolidating client’s thoughts about business identity, purpose, public image, and getting that message across in plain English. Winning words crafted for: website content, company profiles, business proposals, executive résumés, promotional literature…

Bronwyn Hope (Redland Bay, Queensland, Australia)
Bronwyn Hope specialises in creative business writing with sassy words that aim to communicate key messages in persuasive, accessible language. Bronwyn is experienced in all forms of writing from newspaper style articles to formal pitches, submissions, multimedia scripts and advertising copy for all media.
Libby Harkness (Sydney, New South Wales, Australia)
I am a biography writer. I also document family, corporate and club histories. My long career in journalism covered many fields including travel, hospitality, pharmaceutical and medical. I have had many of my own non-fiction books published. 
Roslyn Johnson (Sydney, New South Wales, Australia)
My writing is so clear, clients say they could have written it themselves. I specialise in corporate writing for the financial and government sectors. I write content for annual reports, proposals, marketing collateral, media and websites.

Pam Kershaw (Melbourne, Victoria, Australia)
An award-winning writer, with more than 25 years experience in journalism, public relations and corporate writing. Well-crafted words communicate your message clearly and persuasively, in brochures, newsletters, websites, corporate profiles, submissions, manuals and media kits.
Ian Kidd (Adelaide, South Australia)
Fiction and non-fiction books, ghostwriting, script/dialogue editing for LA-based director Aleksandr Sokolyn ("The Two Men"), scriptwriting, article writing, content writing.
Clarissa Leary Business Consulting (Rosny Park, Tasmania, Australia)
Expert Business Writer and Mentorship
Phil Petersen (Rochedale South, Queensland, Australia)
With a background in medicine and science, have developed a specialty in helping non-native English speakers get papers published, but can wirte or edit (and have written or edited) just about anything.
Chris Ralph (Melbourne, Victoria, Australia)
Four decades of persuasive writing in all media. Creative director, copywriter, speech writer, journalist, editor. Clients from corporations to corner stores. Chris Ralph Creative since 1986; after a sabbatical now ready to fire up again!
Ian Steele (Adelaide, South Australia)
Writing, editing, strategic messaging and media placement. I am available for local and international assignments to build understanding and outreach for NGOs, Corporations and other bodies engaged in social issues and causes.
Shel Sweeney (Geelong, Australia)
Experienced writer, copywriter, proofreader and editor, based in Australia and UK. Shel Sweeney can write and edit a range of fiction and non-fiction materials across a variety of genre and media. 
Rex Widerstrom (Perth, Western Australia)
Versatile, experienced and highly professional, Rex Widerstrom can write for a variety of media. Currently active in print and television, he also has experience in writing for the web and radio.

Freelance Journalists, Feature Writers, Content Writers: New Zealand
Apostrophe Writing Solutions -- Marius Strydom (Hamilton, New Zealand)
Writing that "comes off the page". Readers understand it, academics enjoy it, clients love it...and use it!
Archetype Ltd--Sue Claridge
(Auckland, New Zealand)
Prompt and precise, creative and communicative--for high quality research, writing, editing, graphics, document design and desktop publishing services for all print media projects.

Allan Baddock (Dunedin, New Zealand)
Award-winning documentary maker; journalist; commentator.  All writing, research, review, editing, or  reworking.  Print, Web, A/V, and television.
John Bishop (Wellington, New Zealand)
John Bishop is an experienced business journalist and writer with strong interests in economic development, small business, social policy, infrastructure, politics and media. He’s also a speechwriter, and experienced in all forms of media.
Anne Boothroyd (Auckland, New Zealand)
Over the last 10 years I have honed my writing in the world of advertising. My experience includes persuasive ideas, presentation and pitch documents, product names, print, outdoor, television, radio, web and public relations.
Lucy Brake (Tauranga, New Zealand)
I am an environmental writer who can help communicate your 'green' message to the world. Experienced in writing, research, review and editing, I am great at translating technical jargon into clear, easy-to-understand material.
Peta Carey (Queenstown, New Zealand)
It’s all about the story – telling a good yarn, concisely and clearly, whether it’s feature, fiction, web, science journal or advertising. I’m also an excellent editor and proof reader. 
Belinda Carter
(Christchurch, New Zealand)
Editing and (re)writing for print or web, newsletter production using Pagemaker or Acrobat PDF and content creation for websites. Basic html coding (no scripting). Feature writing on a range of general topics and styles.
Dion Crooks
(Christchurch, New Zealand)
Writing that's read, on any subject. Plus editing, communications/public relations. Tutoring in writing, grammar, public speaking, communications/public relations, reading.
Shirley Chan (Rotorua, New Zealand)
I am a freelance writer contributing features on tourism, hospitality, business, food and beverage and people profiles. Besides features, I write fiction, life stories and memoirs as well.
Samantha Charlton (Take My Word - Web Copy Writing, Editing and Proofreading Service) (Dunedin, New Zealand)
Samantha delivers crisp, clear and well-structured web content, as well as a thorough editing and proofreading service. She has over a decade's experience in ESOL, creative writing, translation, editing and proofreading. In addition to her freelance work, Samantha currently works part-time as a web content writer for the University of Otago.
Kevin Cudby (Wellington, New Zealand)
Writer, Editor, Technologist, Project Manager. Translates the languages of science and technology into English, to create press releases, feature articles, brochures, and technical manuals that interest and engage their readers.
Carol Dawber (Dunedin, New Zealand)
Carol Dawber is an established, experienced and versatile writer who enjoys working with clients to realise their dreams. She is the author of 17 books and is a skilled interviewer, editor and indexer.
Descipher (Wellington, New Zealand)
How would you like your science to go down as smoothly as a nice glass of Pinot Noir? I’m a scientist, a writer and a little bit creative too. 
Digital Quill (Wellington, New Zealand)
Looking for a seasoned copywriter who will effectively meet your print, online and marketing communication needs? I work with all kinds of industries and organisations to write powerful copy.
Lee-Anne Duncan (Wellington, New Zealand)
Writing, polishing, editing, simplifying, proofing and anything that's necessary to spread the word about your services, stories or skills - that's what I do!
Grant Dyson - freelance journalist, writer, editor (Tauranga, New Zealand)
My specialist areas: Feature writing, website copy, news reporting, editing & proof reading, press releases and other business writing, and guide books. I'll cover almost any topic, but in particular, travel, the outdoors and tourism.
Kingsley Field (Hamilton, New Zealand)
More than 40 years' experience in proof-reading, editing all forms of written material; published author - three hunting books; three corporate histories; family history; personal memoirs. Working newspaper columnist.
Wayne Hawkins (Auckland, New Zealand)
Journalism, PR, Marketing Communications and Market Research; Wayne has 25 years experience writing for a variety of media and audiences. All projects considered, including editing, proof reading and rewrites.
Kate Hughes (Auckland, New Zealand)
Kate Hughes has 8 years experience in delivering precise, readable copy, writing and editing. Writing for the growing LOHAS (lifestyles of health and sustainability) market is a passion. To discuss your latest project, please get in touch.
Janet Jackson (Auckland, New Zealand)
An experienced technical writer and freelance writer, with a strong scientific background and ability to communicate clearly and effectively. Experience includes extensive documentation projects, original scientific papers, scientific reviews, pharmaceutical articles and travel articles.
Jo Joiner (Auckland, New Zealand)
Award-winning freelance copywriter based in Auckland. My aim is to make your communications compelling, concise and benefit-driven. With the right words on your side, you can lift business performance and build your brand.
Murray Joiner (Auckland, New Zealand)
Specialising in writing for websites, employee communications and intranets, Murray offers expertise in well-planned and concise communication. His writing styles range from procedural instructions to persuasive marketing material.
Konzeptzword (Auckland, New Zealand)
Words are everything. They tell. They sell. They can weave a spell. That’s the magic I can deliver after more than 45 years in journalism and a passion for using the right words.
Sarah Lang (Slang Ltd) (Wellington, New Zealand)
Why commission me? I’m an award-winning journalist who can write anything from long-form features on any topic through to profiles and short, snappy reviews. Fiendishly organised, I’m also an excellent editor, subeditor, proof-reader, publicist and copywriter.
Little Black Cat: Sarah Ellich (Auckland, New Zealand)
Looking for the right words? Have the words but can't get them in the right order? What about spelling and grammar? I provide professional editing, copywriting and proofreading services - education and not-for-profit sectors a speciality.
Trish Macky (Te Awamutu, New Zealand)
An awarding-winning journalist, Trish loves writing on anything from the arts to agriculture. Producing both words and top quality photographs for a story is her specialty.
Stephanie Matheson (Auckland, New Zealand)
Versatile feature writer and communications advisor with PR and marketing experience. Accomplished at writing and editing magazine articles, book content, news stories, website copy, corporate magazines and electronic newsletters. Reliable, accurate and effective. 

Angela McCarthy
(Auckland, New Zealand)
Feature writer with a special interest in education, careers and people who is also experienced in writing newsletters.
MB McDonald (Wellington, New Zealand)
I write: Ads, books, articles, scripts, speeches, documents, stories. campaigns and concepts. My writing is: Commercial, strategic, creative, technical, persuasive, factual, whimsical, academic, satirical, grammatical, accurate, documentary, poetic, plain. And it's never anything but: Effective. 
Randall McMullan (Auckland, New Zealand)
Offering design, writing, editing and management of documents for business, industry, education, training. Projects include company reports and presentations, applications and tenders, training standards and materials, consumer guides and promotional materials.
Jenna Moore (Auckland, New Zealand)
Jenna is an experienced freelance journalist, author and editor. She contributes to national and international publications and has substantial experience editing, subbing, proofreading and experience producing magazines, press releases, brochures, press releases and newsletters.
Cheryl Norrie (Wellington, New Zealand)
Freelance journalist and copy editor. Accomplished at writing hard-hitting news stories and in-depth feature articles, with specialties in business, health, science, women's interest and travel.
Hilary Pedersen--Purple Fish Communications (Porangahau, New Zealand)
Freelance writer available for promotional work; features a speciality. Experienced in historical, agricultural, arts, travel, local body, and personality articles in daily newspaper. Will write press releases. Edit for style, punctuation, grammar and syntax.
Red Letter Communications Ltd (Christchurch, New Zealand)
Professional writing, editing and proof-reading services. Red Letter Communications can help you engage your audience and convey your message clearly and accurately with flair.
Jade Reidy (Auckland, New Zealand)
BA English Literature, PG Dip Broadcast Media. Writer, editor, book production manager: non-fiction books, biographies, corporate communications, feature journalism, case studies, annual reports, web content, award applications, vision documents, speeches, documentaries, film scripts, profiles.
Sue Reidy (Auckland, New Zealand)
Corporate writer and copywriter. Prompt, accurate, professional writing, rewriting and sub-editing. Copy for websites, company newsletters, brochures, feature articles, case studies, speech writing, manuals. Three books in print. Background in design, art and literature.
Gavin Riley (Auckland, New Zealand)
Gavin Riley, operating as Riley Editorial Services, has had a working lifetime's experience of writing and editing news, features and press releases speedily, accurately and with a skilled journalist's regard for clarity and correct English usage.
Ian Robinson (Auckland, New Zealand)
Travel writing, proof reading, event reporting, places, people and behind the scenes. Exotic articles from remote destinations a passion and speciality. Easy, flowing, descriptive and to the point writing.
Kirsten Rose (Wellington, New Zealand)
Providing specialist writing, marketing and communications.
Helen Slater - Strata Communications (Auckland, New Zealand)
Writing in plain English a specialty. Articles, corporate documents, annual reports, copy-writing, re-writes, ghost-writing. Helen has a light touch with an easy-to-read style that brings stories to life.
Julia Unger (Auckland, New Zealand)
Specialist hospitality industry writer with 25 years of experience in the hotel and tourism sector.
Geoff Walker (Auckland, New Zealand)
Editing, co-authoring, writing, manuscript assessment, steering books through from start to finish? Geoff Walker has many years of experience in delivering the best possible professional job.
 Wordcraft Communications (Nelson,New Zealand)
20+ years as a journalist/editor, NZ, Australia, UK; 15 years public relations, Sydney. Skills range from “straight” corporate brochures, annual reports, newsletters, speeches, advocacy documents and video scripts, columns, features, direct response copywriting. 
Wordgirl Ltd (Auckland, New Zealand)
A freelance copywriter with experience ranging from marketing, advertising, public relations, through to women's magazines as Beauty Editor and Editor.
Word Gurus (Auckland, New Zealand)
We whip up words that work for the web - writing content for new websites, blog posts, SEO articles, press releases, e-newsletters, directory listings, along with social media maintenance and writing for print.
WRITEability™ - Faye Lougher (Levin, New Zealand)
Faye Lougher of WRITEability™ can fulfil all your writing, editing, proofreading and photography requirements.

Freelance Journalists, Feature Writers, Content Writers: UK & Europe
Jane Smith (Bristol, UK)
A versatile, successful freelance general writer, ghostwriter, author and specialist medical/health editor, with considerable experience of writing/rewriting anything from specialist medical texts to PowerPoint slides.
Shel Sweeney (Glasgow, UK)
Experienced writer, copywriter, proofreader and editor, based in Australia and UK. Shel Sweeney can write and edit a range of fiction and non-fiction materials across a variety of genre and media. 

Freelance Journalists, Feature Writers, Content Writers: USA and Canada
 Julia Aitken (Toronto, Ontario, Canada)
An expert writer of tight, creative copy, Julia Aitken specializes in food and drink and nutrition. She’s a scrupulous researcher, an avid trend-watcher and has superb editing skills.

Cathy Chatfield-Taylor
(West Palm Beach, Florida, USA)
Visit www.cc-tunlimited.com, then contact me for compelling content, on deadline. I write trend stories, case studies, how-to articles, technology reviews and white papers; edit technical reports; and develop marketing campaigns for technology solution providers.
Martha C. Collins
(Austin, Texas, USA)
During 20 years of writing, editing, copyediting, and proofreading magazine and newspaper articles, books, Web content, and corporate communications, I’ve earned a reputation for quality, consistency, thoroughness, accuracy, and attention to detail.
Jon Maynell (West Lafayette, Indiana, USA)
Published writer with over 25 successful years of business writing, corporate communications and article writing, as well as science & technology papers and articles.
Michelle Ponto (Phoenix, Arizona, USA)
Working as a TV web reporter, Michelle has over 15 years of journalism and multi-media experience. She specializes in writing content for interactive media, magazines and television that ranges from articles and video games, to scripts, commercials and screenplays.

Ray Litvak - Writing Web Words Inc. (Toronto, Ontario, Canada)
Based in Toronto, we help businesses thrive on the Web via high quality WebSite Writing and SEO CopyWriting: Your Net Result? MORE traffic, leads and business…