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Researcher, Proofreader & Fundraiser

Qualified researcher and business manager, with two decades of experience and drive to deliver outstanding results. Specialising in research - including import & export, law, patents & funding applications (please see my portfolio) - I have initiated, developed, organised and delivered projects on a local, national and international level. With a previously diverse background, working in both the science and managerial fields, I now work independently on a freelance basis from my home in Scotland. I offer a confidential service, and pride myself on delivering high calibre results. My passionate dedication to work has motivated me to be an effective team player, whilst my characteristic drive has enabled me to work articulately as an individual. Utilising good communication skills, I pride myself on being creative whilst completing tasks required both within time and as requested. An experienced fundraiser and grant writer, I have excellent knowledge of the grant application process. Equally, I have ascertained funds through international grants, Trusts and private individuals. I am also adept at the EU ...tendering process and have an ability to identify business opportunities utilising these diverse skills. Hand in hand with my fundraising... capabilities, I produce excellent Business Plans to ensure maximum benefit to companies and indiviuals.
Skills: Editing Skills | English | Funding / Grant... Applications | Journalistic writing | Legal Database ( BAILII etc) | Management Skills | Managing People | MS Excel | MS Power Point | MS Word | Office Management | Patents | Project Management | Research | Risk Assessment | Sales/ Marketing letters | Technical Writing Skills | Valuations

Bid Writer; Fundraiser; Project Manager; Trainer

I am a qualified Fundraiser (and Member of the Institute of Fundraising), Tender/Bid Writer and Project Manager with over 13... years working within the Third Sector - primarily the Social Care field. However, I also have vast experience of working within the Corporate Sector – including Accenture and Coopers & Lybrand - both in London and in the USA. My areas of speciality are: Substance Misuse Addiction Treatment Health & Social Care Criminal Justice NHS Throughout my career I have successfully written many proposals and applications for Funding; Pre-Qualifying Questionnaires and Invitations to Tender. Most recently I have diversified from purely the Social Care Sector and have written tenders for the following sectors: Information Technology Website Design & Implementation Facilities Management Accounting My key skill is in writing and interpreting both my clients’ expectations and vision. I also understand the tendering process and can steer my clients through the tendering minefield. I am an experienced and skilled Project Manager, having managed diverse project teams over multiple sites and with substantial budgets. I have also implemented a number of new services and projects from award of contract. I am a dynamic trainer having delivered sessions in the following areas: Volunteer mentoring Substance Misuse Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Fundraising Tender Writing Media I am versatile, creative and motivated to succeed. I enjoy working with others to inspire and be inspired, and to teach and be taught!
Skills: Access | Editing Skills | English | fundraising | Managing... People | MS Excel | MS Power Point | MS Power Point presentations | MS Word | Office Management | Power Point Formatting | Project Management | Public Relations Skill | Quickbooks | Sales/ Marketing letters | Shorthand writing | Speed typing > 70 WPM | Training

Writer, Ghostwriter, Screenwriter, Editor, Proofreader, ...

I'm a professional ghostwriter, published literary writer, biographer, screenwriter, comedy writer, horror writer, proofreader and editor, with a friendly and good humoured approach. I work flexibly and creatively to provide the writing you want - developing your story, script or project, in your own tone and voice, to your own specifications. I'm not precious about my writing, like some writers. It's your work, after all! I aim only to delight you. I'm also a trainer, coach and consultant in NLP, education and personal / organisational development, so I have business development skills too. I'm highly skilled, reliable and proficient and have a number of delighted clients - for autobiographies, fiction, non-fiction and self-help, and screenwriting (movie, TV and theatre scripts). Some examples- - millionaire businessman's life story and business philosophy - young entrepreneur's guide - children's young people's guide to divorce and separation - vampire novel - Bollywood romantic comedy movie script - comedy sketch writing and stand-up - 4 drama theatre productions - historical ...fantasy novel - teen magical fantasy novel - web content for therapy site - European funding bid - charity fundraising... letter - business plans - training resources for courses I've worked for the past 20+ years in all aspects of writing - from creative writing (and tutoring), through copywriting, marketing and promotional materials, writing successful press releases to technical and report-writing. I also write grant applications, donor sponsorship letters and funding bids. We can work by telephone, email, face-to-face, skype, webcam, mp3 recording...however works best for you. I am a certified NLP Trainer, and my practice in Neurolinguistic programming gives the added value of using language extremely effectively to achieve your desired results, and press all the right buttons. I have had a novel - 'Smother' published by Diva (Millivres Press), stories in award-winning anthologies, and numerous magazine articles, reviews and short stories published in national press. I had a short film - 'Rebound' - starring Ruth Jones of 'Gavin & Stacey' - commissioned and produced by the UK Film Council, and a pilot sit-com selected by a national TV company. I have also edited several books and proof-read many more (I used to be an English teacher, but I'm all right now!) I've even written and performed stand-up comedy! I take on writing projects of all kinds - ghost-writing, books, press releases, letters, fundraising applications, grants, presentations, reports, evaluation, editing, copywriting, proof-reading. Also - Event organisation and planning. Project management. Experience in education, arts, culture, disability equality, equality, personal development, positive psychology, business, coaching. Qualified teacher and NLP Trainer & Master Practitioner. Education consultancy, life coaching, executive coaching, research, training programmes,
Skills: Blogging | Copy Writing | Editing Skills | Ghostwriting | ... Management Skills | MS Power Point presentations | Organizational Behavior | Technical Writing Skills | Training | Writing | U.S. English AP Style Editing Skills Test (For Writing Professionals) | UK English Proofreading Skills Test (Oxford Guide to Style) | English Spelling Test (UK Version) | Grant Writing Test
Certified Skills: U.S. English AP Style Editing Skills Test (For Writing Professionals), UK English Proofreading Skills Test (Oxford Guide to Style), English Spelling Test (UK Version), Grant Writing Test

Researcher - biomedical sciences

Commercial and technical consultancy services for the biotech, pharmaceutical and healthcare sector. Our clients include some of the leading academic institutes of the UK and international companies developing innovative products and services. Services include Business development: Targeted campaigns to match clients’ technologies, products or specialist services to new customers. We have an extensive network of contacts, as well as a variety of data resources to identify the relevant person in an organisation, and the appropriate skills to present complex scientific concepts effectively. Market research: In-depth analyses of the target market, competitor intelligence, pricing structures, market drivers and barriers to entry. Frequently used by our academic clients to determine the value of a technology and inform their patenting strategy. Due diligence: Technical and commercial analyses, including intellectual property and literature reviews to assess novelty and commercial opportunity. Used for financial ...valuation of early-stage technologies, investment decisions and to inform merger and acquisition strategies. Start-up support: Mentoring, business plan preparation, fundraising,... strategic partnership advice, technology matchmaking.
Skills: Analysis of scientific data and novel... technologies | Technical Writing Skills

Web Manager & Magasine Editor

I am currently employed part time as a Web Manager for a hospice charity. My role involves writing copy, editing, html coding, blogging and creating graphics using Photoshop for the web. ...I edit the bi-annual newsletter. I am also involved in suggesting ways that web technologies can further advance the fundraising... aims of the charity and implementing those suggestions (e.g. e-newsletters, e-cards, e-shoppping).
Skills: Blogging | Editing Skills | HTML/DHTML | Joomla | MS... Access | MS Excel | MS Power Point | MS Word | Photoshop | Search Engine Optimization | Wordpress

Telemarketer

I have been in telemarketing for over 11 years now and have a varied experience within the industry. i have been based from home for 7 years. I am very motivated and ...target driven and will commit 100% to meeting all targets. I have experience in appointment setting b2b and b2c, fundraising,... account management, data entry and data cleansing also within advertising aswell.
Skills: Cold calling | Lead generation | Telesales

Creative Projects Facilitator

Passionate about the natural world, social justice and creative writing, I look for projects which stretch my talents, stir my... soul or simply add something to my bank account. Armed with a 2.1. in Psychology from Oxford University (2001) I started my career in the health sector, going freelance in January 2009 delivering a range of projects for the NHS and the Department of Health including marketing, training, management and written projects. Since discovering PPH in June 2010 I have been enjoying broadening my working horizons! I am currently a part-time employed fundraiser for Devon Wildlife Trust, and my recent projects include wide-ranging out-of-the-box work with the socially inclusive arts charity Escape Artists around 'well-being' (initially won through PPH); a stint in visitor services with the National Trust, and a written contribution to the upcoming Royal College of Psychiatrists report on Smoking and Mental Health. I was awarded second place in Young Science of the Year back in year 2000 and I have continued to flex my writing and editing muscles through my own creative work; in the marketing and communications aspects of my previous roles, and on a 4-month written project commissioned by the Department of Health which finished back in March 2010.
Skills: Editing Skills | Face to face selling | ... Incisive Writing | Managing People | Project Management | Social Marketing | Training

Copywriter, Editor and Proof Reader - UK and US English

I love words. Words that inspire. Words that motivate. Words that bring ideas to life. Whether you need a persuasive website, a compelling direct mail appeal or an amazing story to be told, I can capture the right words and produce high-quality copy to meet your individual or business needs. I graduated from Alverno College in 1992 with a BA Degree in Professional Communications. I have worked for several companies and not-for-profit organisations in the USA and UK as a communications professional for fifteen years. As a freelance writer, I offer a wide range of services that can help you attract an audience, make an outstanding impression and secure that first sale. My services include: Copywriting - Includes, but is not limited to, websites, sales letters, speeches, brochures and leaflets, and newsletters. Copy Editing and Proofreading - Websites, text that has been translated into English, books (fiction or non-fiction), newsletters, articles and any other promotional materials. ...Translation - "Translate" websites, e-books, articles and any other materials from UK English to US English and vice versa. Fundraising... - Research potential donors, write corporate bids and direct mail appeals Administrative Services - High-quality word processing and data entry with error-free results. Proficient in Word and Excel. If you have an idea or project and don't know where to begin, please contact me for a chat and a quote.
Skills: Copy Writing | Fundraising Direct Mail Appeal... Writing | MS Access | MS Excel | MS Word | Proofreading and Editing | Speed typing gt 70 WPM | Translation | English Spelling Test (U.S. Version) | English Language (Words and Phrases) Test
Certified Skills: English Spelling Test (U.S. Version), English Language (Words and Phrases) Test

Freelance Writer (Articles, blogs and reviews)

I have built up a number of skills since leaving school amost 15 years ago. I have gained many of those skills in voluntary capacities for outside interests. I have my own small business making hand made gifts but I want to add more strings to my bow. Part of my current work involves creating personalised chocolate wrappers for businesses and individual special occasions, creating gift baskets, candy bouquets and candy buffet, and making favours for awards, events and weddings . I have experience in blogging. I am able to work in all areas of administration having worked for a GP for 5 years. I have helped friends relocate from the other side of the world including finding suitable homes, schools ...and briefing them on way of life and social scenes. I have in the past organised events for charity fundraising... and very much enjoy these. I am currently working as a planner for my second wedding within friend and family circles. I have worked as a PA to the head of a mission department in the UK for a year to help elleviate him of paperwork and correspondance.I also did this role for my husband within his work for 5 years. I have been a piano teacher and run my own business when I was 17. I hope this shows that I have a wide skill set and am not speficialy tied to any given area. As for writing, it is a passion of mine, and a hobby ( I have 6 blogs) but now I know that I have what it takes to turn writing into employment, so here I am!
Skills: Blogging | Copy Writing | Journalistic writing | MS... Power Point | MS Word

Grant-writing consultant and manager

The majority of my career has involved seeking and managing grants for NGOs as well as supporting civil society organisations in Africa and Asia. My passion for human rights and international development has informed each of my professional roles. Most recently, I was the Grants Officer focused on capacity building at the intergovernmental organisation The Commonwealth Foundation, where I gained valuable insight into designing and managing a grant-making strategy, as well as assessing applications and representing the Foundation. Currently I work for a number of organisations in the US and the UK, both as a staff member and as a freelance consultant. My current portfolio uses my strengths in relationship building and resource mobilisation to secure, manage and maintain programmatic support, as well as advising on programme development. I grew ...up in the Philippines and the UK, and now live between London and Barcelona. Specialties Statutory, institutional and trust fundraising... and organisational development, especially in the field of international development.

Writer/journalist/editor/proof reader

Journalist, copywriter, sub-editor, proof reader working primarily in the non-profit sector in the UK. I ...have 14 years experience of working in the fundraising sector, eight of which were as editorial director of Professional Fundraising... magazine. I undertake copywriting for charities, creating website copy, interviewing and writing case studies, (ghost) writing articles for different media, commissioning, writing and producing newsletters and e-newsletters. I can produce reports from your information, carry out research, write letters, check documents and other materials. I write features or news for magazines, newsletters and websites, ghost write, re-write, copy edit, proof read. As well as writing I'm a knitting junkie, cake baker and trainee bread baker and volunteer for a tiny animal welfare charity in Goa. I'm interested in travel, animals, crafts, food, nutrition and the environment among many other things and am happy writing on those topics as well.
Skills: Copy Writing | Editing Skills | English | Journalistic... writing | Proof reading | Speed typing > 70 WPM

Freelance Administrator

Administrative support and business development services for sole traders, small business and small voluntary and arts organisations. Services:- Finance :... bookkeeping; invoicing; VAT returns; credit control. Admin & business development : Funding applications and reports; project planning; research; document design; office management.
Skills: Bookkeeping (double-entry) | Copy Writing | ...Customer Service | Editing Skills | English | Fundraising... applications | Management Skills | Office Management | Power Point Formatting | Project Management | Sales/ Marketing letters | VAT returns

Senior Marketing Consultant

Highly qualified and experienced Marketing Professional. Experienced in multi channel implementation, strategic and brand planning, web builds, digital marketing strategy, search marketing , data analysis and project management. Emphasis on bringing results to clients, ensuring effective audience targeting, channel choice, creative execution and results analysis to improve profitability through each channel to market. Highly motivated individual, good communicator and excellent agency and client management skills. June 2006 to present: Senior Marketing Consultant (Freelance) Working with a number of business and consumer brands to provide integrated strategic marketing advice and implementation through both on and off-line channels. Work includes; - Management of new web builds - Print and on-line integrated acquisition and retention campaigns - Digital marketing strategy for several consumer and B2B brands, including natural search optimisation, pay per click advertising, links and directory listings, e-mail marketing, display advertising, content placement and social media - Brand identity development and site launch for new retail outlet - Management and implementation of monthly e-mail newsletter campaigns - Strategic content management of several business and consumer websites - Web site audits - Production of Video Media for ...website usage -Insight and data analysis of campaign activity - Concept, production and Public Relations activity for UNICEF Charity Fundraising... Calendar to raise funds for Tsunami victims
Skills: Lead generation | Sales/ Marketing letters | Search... Engine Marketing | Search Engine Marketing

Project Manager/ Administrator/Trainer/ Researcher

I am a very committed individual with variety of skills, qualification, knowledge and experience. My background is in Accounting & Finance with a 1st Class Degree and two years experience in Accounting. I have an MSc with commendation in Project Management and have practical experience of managing Community Projects. I have knowledge and experience of applying project management techniques such as Risk assessments, project plans, PRINCE 2, Gantt chart and Microsoft Project. I also have over 4 years of administration experience. I ...have wealth of experience in public and voluntary sectors. I have experience of bid writing, project planning, event management, fundraising... and setting up basic Finance system a community organisation. I have experience at Training volunteers from my work for Office for National Statistic and Bliss 4 ALL. As well as having great skills to contribute to any organisation, I am also a team player, enthusiastic and outgoing person that can adapt to any environment. I am very flexible and an excellent communicator. I have very good ICT skills and also welcome Microsoft Excel assignments, so also contact me for assignments that requires using Excel and Word.
Skills: Coaching and Mentoring | Event Planning and... Management | MS Excel | MS Power Point | MS Power Point presentations | MS Word | Project Management | Sage Line 100 | Sage Line 50 | Training

Researcher

Research, data cleaning, article writing, financial analysis, charity trust fundraising. Knowledge of corporate governance, equities and equity markets, property and... highways law. I am based in Suffolk, close to the border with Norfolk.
Skills: Copy Writing | English

Event Manager/Marketing Communications Consultant

I have over twenty years experience in Event Planning and Production, Marketing Communications and Media [TV production]. I have an... extensive, international network of excellent contacts in the media and entertainment industry as well as excellent relationships with venues, suppliers and sponsors. I have in-depth knowledge of tendering for new business, writing marketing plans, proposals, press releases and business plans, implementing strategic marketing campaigns and producing many kinds of event from television trade events and expos to conferences and charity fundraisers. I am reliable and friendly with very strong communication skills, extremely flexible and dedicated to getting a first class job done on time, under pressure and on budget [or under budget, if possible]. I am also used to preparing budgets. I have broad thinking, applying vision and creativity as well as commercial sense to everything I do. If you have a project or a goal that presents a real challenge - then I am definitely the person you want out there, making it happen.
Skills: Access | Blackberry/RIM | Cold calling | Copy Writing | Editing Skills | English | Event Management | Event ...Planning | Face to face selling | Fundraising... - Charity Promotions | Lead generation | Legal Language | Management Skills | Managing People | MS Excel | Networking | Project Management | Public Relations Skill | Sales/ Marketing letters | Search Engine Marketing | Search Engine Optimization | Television Production - Producer [Drama] | Training | VAT returns

Virtual Assistant/PA/Executive Assisant

I am a professional and intelligent PA-Virtual Assistant with over 25 years experience in a wide variety of industries. I am able to offer a professional, competent virtual assistant service which will give you the time you need to do what you do best. Services include: Copy/audio typing, transcription, proof reading, internet research, presentation materials, data entry, spreadsheets, lifestyle management, event planning. I have wide experience of MS Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint. On a personal note, I am studying a degree in Social ...Sciences with the Open University, in which I have consistently achieved high grades. Also, last year, I undertook some fundraising... for a homeless charity and raised over 3, 000 by taking part in a week long Husky trail in Lapland, as well as a tandem skydive! I think this shows my capacity for hard work and determination and being prepared to go that extra mile.
Skills: Managing People | MS Access | MS Excel | ... MS Power Point | MS Word | Office Management | Power Point Formatting | Project Management | SAP | Shorthand writing | Speed typing > 70 WPM | MS Word 2007 Test | Office Skills Test
Certified Skills: MS Word 2007 Test, Office Skills Test

PR, Marketing, BizDev, Internet, Funding & Event Pr...

I complete any task in business and market development for you with a passion for success and to an exceptionally high standard. Big name clients have included UBM, Clarion, Yahoo .... I am a sales and marketing professional of 20+ years in technology, Internet, smartphone and digital media application areas. I provide all elements of the marketing mix & sales(PR, writing and placing editorial, CRM, lead generation, telemarketing, market analysis, product management, event production, scoping client needs, write & win bid, pitch, manage and generate clients, position for preferred supplier status, negotiations). I have £10m+ in new business and £20m+ in market expansion under my belt. Dedicated PR Services - I research, write and place high impact press releases and editorial for you and follow-up to ensure placement whilst looking for editorial opportunities. I also offer a PR+ service. This means I can reach budget-holders for lead generation in addition to PR media marketing. Dedicated Event Producer/ Manager - I work with you on any aspect of your event from conception through securing speakers and topic selection through to delivery. I have worked with leading companies including UBM and Clarion across all sectors. Dedicated Telemarketing/ Inside Sales - As a freelance I also deliver to exceptional quality on telesales & telemarketing. Writing - I manage and write bids and pitch at competitive RFPs. I can help progress preferred supplier status to Blue Chips and SMEs.I research and write editorial and place articles and press releases with the right media to ensure placement and maximum exposure. Social Media - I have extensive experience with the use of social media for raising awareness and engagement. I have over 1350 senior executive connections on LinkedIn, over 200 followers on Twitter and over 350 on Facebook, and am building connections through other emerging social media networks across mobile and online. Smartphone Apps - I can scope out and deliver smartphone apps and campaigns and am always looking to extend my developer / delivery network of business partners. Start-ups/ Growth Companies Funding - I help start-ups, micro-businesses and growth companies do business with a range ...of organisations, many of which have £millions turnover per annum and I am linked into the financial community for fundraising.
Skills: Face to face selling | Lead generation | ... Management Skills | Organizational Behavior | Production Management | Public Relations Skill | Training | English Language (Words and Phrases) Test | English Spelling Test (UK Version)
Certified Skills: English Language (Words and Phrases) Test, English Spelling Test (UK Version), Public Relations Skill Test

Writer, Editor, Proofreader

I am a writer specialising in technical and instructional documentation, an editor with experience across a wide range of disciplines and audiences, and a proofreader with a great eye for detail. I have post-graduate qualifications in Literature and Publishing and Editing. My employment background is in publishing sales and marketing, editing, proofreading and technical writing. I write a monthly newsletter ...for my local childcare service and sit on the board of management as a member of the Communications and Fundraising... Committee. I am a partner in a design business specialising in funeral order of service booklets and cards, and am responsible for writing the website content with SEO principles in mind. I have a wide range of interests including cooking, gardening, local issues, parenting, popular culture, art, music, film and literature. I am proficient in the Microsoft Office suite, and am familiar with the inDesign, Publisher, Photoshop and Illustrator packages.
Skills: Editing Skills | MS Word | Technical Writing... Skills

Freelance copywriter

I am a freelance writer with 13 years’ experience in producing top quality materials for the internet, marketing and fundraising... campaigns, local and national press and radio, and business and academic environments. My services include: Web content with SEO It takes more than a smattering of keywords to push you site up the search engines. My web content is written to engage and retain your visitors, as well as thoroughly structured behind the scenes to ensure search engine validity and functionality. Marketing Brochures, flyers, mailshots, adverts, sales scripts, reports - all requirements of a coherent marketing campaign. I apply 13 years experience in sales, marketing and fundraising to ensure that you have top quality materials, written in the right style for your market, and conveying the key messages you need to grow your business. Press and radio I have written radio scripts and event briefs for several celebrities including Joan Bakewell, Gervase Phinn and Tony Robinson. I have worked with the national and local press to produce appeals, articles and features. These include The Times, a number of regional titles, and the local and lifestyle press. I understand what the press look for in a story and will work with you to make editors and journalists sit up and take notice when you have something to say. Public Speaking Even the most exerienced professional can fall apart in front of an audience. I am a seasobed public speaker and presenter dealing with all manner of audiences, from conporate boards to rooms of 500. I will help you to structure and rehearse your speech or pitch to grab your audience's attention and win their support. Business I have professional experience as a Chief Executive, Director of the Board and Company Secretary, combined with a Certificate in Management Studies from Kingston Business School. Perhaps you need an impeccable annual review, a convincing strategy or business plan for potential investors, or motivating internal messages for your team. I will ensure that your communications engage your readers whilst maintaining a strict adherence to statutory and regulatory requirements. Whatever your writing requirements, I will carry your project through professionally, on deadline, and to an impeccable standard.
Skills: Adobe Illustrator | Adobe InDesign | Blogging | Copy... Writing | Editing Skills | Identifying UPSs/press worthy stories | Journalistic writing | MS Excel | MS Power Point | MS Power Point presentations | MS Publisher | MS Word | Photoshop | Project Management | Public Relations Skill | Sales/ Marketing letters | Writing and delivering speeches and presentations | UK English Grammar Test (For Writing Professionals)
Certified Skills: UK English Grammar Test (For Writing Professionals)