Jade Reidy
BA English Literature, PG Dip Broadcast MediaWriter, 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.
Can work outside local area: Yes
Media Experience
Print, web, film, TV
Biographical Note
“Despite having three speeches to write that night, I picked up this book (Not just passing through) when it arrived and couldn't put it down until 1am.”
Hon Phil Goff, Leader of the Opposition and MP for Mt Roskill
“I think Jade has written a great piece (How the West was run) – very well researched and well written – she has really got the essence of the history of the west and set a very high bar.”
Bob Harvey, ex Mayor Waitakere City
“You are doing an awesome job. I'm not just saying that. You are really putting your heart and soul into this.”
Dr Kerry Spackman, bestselling author The Winner’s Bible
Twenty years as a feature writer, publication editor, book production manager and communications specialist. Experience you can trust. Complex ideas made easy.
Strategic and creative support for leaders committed to social change.
Areas of expertise
- Auckland – its people, places, transport and politics; its history and its challenge
- Education – tertiary sector research and people
- Environment – everything from pest management to urban ecosystems
- Philosophy – the Big Questions
- Biography – the lives of people, places and organisations
- Annual reports – multi award-winning writer and structural consultant
- Book project management – from conception and budget through to print and delivery.
Awards
- Oxford University Writers Fellowship 1997
- Creative New Zealand Creative Places Award 2007 in the Arts Provision category – for Snapshot: Auckland’s creative industries and Blueprint (editor)
- International Association of Business Communicators (IABC) Golden Quill Award 2005 (team member for Auckland City Council’s ‘Get it write’ project)
- NZICA Annual Report Awards: RNZFB best annual report and best governance reporting in the Service Organisation category 2005 – 2008, (content consultant, writer and sub-editor).
Publications
Below is a selection of published work that Jade has authored:
- The ARTA Years 2004-2010. See ebook www.aucklandtransport.govt.nz/about-us/publications/Reports
- “How the West was run” and “Looking after ourselves”. Two chapters of West: the History of Waitakere, Random House, 2009
- Te kaitiaki o te Putea: the History of the ASB Community Trust 1988 – 2008, ASBCT 2008
- Not just passing through: the making of Mt Roskill, Auckland City Council, 2007
- We are therefore I am: The life of John Hinchcliff, AUT University, 2004
- Feature journalism and reviews in New Zealand Listener, Next Magazine, South China Morning Post, New Zealand Herald, Sunday Star Times.
And edited:
- The Aletheist: Truth, Science and Religion by Dr Kerry Spackman, 2011. See www.aletheist.com
- Advance magazine 2006-Spring 2010. See www.unitec.ac.nz/aboutus/research/published-research
- www.CenterAct.com – an innovative hiring website, funded by Christopher Johnston, owner of the Personal Group of Companies, UK
"To break through the barriers that separate us from other minds
and hearts is the purpose – and reward – of words well chosen."
Contact Details
P: +64 9 811 8904; M: 021 046 4039
E: jadereidy.writer@gmail.com
Skype: jade.reidy
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