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About Me
Years of experience contributing features, news, and reviews to key regional and national titles. Regular editorial responsibility on three web publications, editor of one print magazine, and contributing editor to another.
Associate copy writer with various PR firms, from music to luxury brands. Provision of blogs, press releases, news releases and SEO web content, in addition to campaign development and press liaison work.
From front of book fluff to full features rich with research, all projects will be delivered on time, to word count, and with value for money. Strong links with indie, alternative and electronic music, domestic film and international travel industries, alongside many media outlets in the UK, USA and Australia.
Areas covered: Manchester; Merseyside; North West; Yorkshire & Humber; North East; London; UK; Worldwide
Industry type: Media
Skills
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Job Reviews on PPH
by Anthony E on 22 Jul 2011
Martin took the time to understand our needs before starting any work. He provided excellent work within the deadline and has been very generous with his knowledge of the industry. Martin is highly credible, creative, and efficient, and we look forward to working with him again.
by HST D on 14 Feb 2011
Delivered as promised and understood our needs perfectly. Would not hesitate to recommend to anyone seeking an experienced writer.
by Stuart S on 15 Nov 2010
Top quality work, delivered in a timely manner. Great comms, highly recommended!
Work Experience
Four years spent contributing to and working alongside the likes of Mixmag, The Big Issue In the North, Chimp, Plain & Simple, International Life, Construct, Smoking Gun PR, Sonic PR, Medical Records, DJ Mag, 69, Ibiza Spotlight, Music Rooms, and more than a few more.
Education
NCTJ- Sub Editing, News Writing, Law, Public Affairs, Shorthand (80wpm)
PTC- Gold Standard accreditation
MA- Magazine Journalism (with merit), University of Central Lancashire
BA (Hons)- Film and Visual Culture (First Class), Manchester Metropolitan
PTC- Gold Standard accreditation
MA- Magazine Journalism (with merit), University of Central Lancashire
BA (Hons)- Film and Visual Culture (First Class), Manchester Metropolitan
Jan 2007 to Jan 2008
