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15+ Years
About Me
I am a freelance writer specialising in general humour and music-related articles.
I currently hold the post of Humour Writer for the Chandlers Ford directory, which syndicates my monthly articles to community publications across the UK and Ireland. I have had album reviews and features published in Irish music magazine State, and have worked for both the Surrey and London editions of The Food & Drink Guide writing restaurant reviews. I have also been the principal copywriter for a rock band website (The Lightyears) since 2002.
I am dedicated, hard-working, passionate and meticulous, with a very flexible schedule.
My background in music comes from ten years as a professional musician, touring all over the world, performing at venues such as Wembley Stadium and Glastonbury Festival, and documenting it all along the way!
Areas covered: Based in London; willing to travel UK and worldwide when appropriate
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Work Experience
- Food Writer for www.FoodAndDrinkGuides.co.uk (2011-present)
- Humour Writer for the Chandlers Ford Directory (2009-present)
- Music Writer for State Magazine (2007-2009)
- Copy Writer for www.TheLightyears.com (2002-present)
Jul 2011 to Jul 2011
Article Writer at Body Gossip
Humour article submitted as part of a compilation of celebrity stories on the subject of body image, due for publication later this year (with a foreword by Gok Wan).
Reviews for this job by:
Ruth Rogers
Chris has an ability to write incredibly articulately but without sounding over-intelligent - which is a skill seeing as he is hugely intelligent, yet his writing is always accessible. He writes with warmth, sparkling wit and you can hear his voice through his words. I always feel like I'm reading the words of a real person when I'm reading Chris Russell's work.
Education
- First Class Degree in English & Drama* (Bristol University)
*achieved highest mark amongst the department's graduates that year
- 4 A-Levels, AABB (The Henley College)
- 9 GCSEs at A*/A grade (Langtree School)
*achieved highest mark amongst the department's graduates that year
- 4 A-Levels, AABB (The Henley College)
- 9 GCSEs at A*/A grade (Langtree School)
