Philippa Jamieson
Accurate, immaculate copy. Lucid writing backed by thorough research. Editing, proofreading and indexing of academic and general works. Knowledge of German, Japanese, Maori and French. Special interests: the environment, organics, health and spirituality.
Local Availability: Yes, regularly works via email and phone for clients around New Zealand, and can work for overseas clients.
Media Experience
Biographical Note
Steeped in language and literature since childhood by her librarian parents, Philippa has worked with words ever since writing for and editing her high school newspaper.
CV in brief
2002-present Freelance writer, editor, proofreader and manuscript assessor
1995-2001 Publicist, University of Otago Press
1990-1995 Buyer and salesperson, University Book Shop (Otago)
1988-1989 English teacher, Japan Exchange and Teaching Programme
Qualifications
- Diploma for Graduates (Japanese language), University of Otago, 2000
- Certificate in Publishing, Whitireia Polytechnic, 1995
- Bachelor of Arts (Political Studies and Religious Studies), University of Otago, 1988
Philippa's writing includes articles on organics, genetic engineering, sustainable living, environmental issues, writer profiles, health and travel, plus book reviews. Other writing experience includes reports, submissions, media releases and advertising copy.
Philippa has editing, copy-editing, proofreading and indexing experience. She has worked on general and academic books, journals and magazines, policy documents and community newsletters. Clients include book and magazine publishers, individuals, and community organisations. She is a highly literate bibliophile with an eagle eye for spelling, grammar and punctuation mistakes.
Philippa is passionate about languages. She has studied German, Japanese, Maori and French, and has picked up smatterings of other languages. She spent two years travelling and working in Asia. Her love of ritual has led her to become a marriage and civil union celebrant.
For two and a half years Philippa travelled around New Zealand as a volunteer on the WWOOF scheme (Willing Workers on Organic Farms). She has written a book about her experiences: The Wild Green Yonder.
Published Writings
Philippa's work has appeared in the New Zealand Herald, Sunday Star Times, Organic NZ, Christchurch Press, Listener, Dominion Post, Otago Daily Times, Otago Gaily Times, Express, Eco Living, Oz Positive (Australia), Well Being Journal (USA) and HopeDance (USA).
Her book, The Wild Green Yonder: Ten Seasons Volunteering on New Zealand's Organic Farms (New Holland Publishers, Auckland), was published in September 2007.Contact Details
Philippa Jamieson 106 Evans St, Opoho, Dunedin, New Zealand
Ph: 03 473 9293 Mobile: 0275 473 929
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