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    Richard Trenchard

    Richard Trenchard

    Freelance writer/copywriter/sub-editor/page designer

    Preston, United Kingdom

    I'm Richard, an experienced writer, copywriter, blogger, page designer, proofreader and sub editor, and owner of RIchard Trenchard Communications, a bespoke editorial services...Read moreI'm Richard, an experienced writer, copywriter, blogger, page designer, proofreader and sub editor, and owner of RIchard Trenchard Communications, a bespoke editorial services company.

    I have 14 years behind me in both local and national newspapers, and am currently sub editing pages for Saturday magazine (which comes with the Saturday Edition of the Daily Express). I have also produced work for the Daily Star Sunday, Sunday Express, Star magazine, Britain's favourite celebrity magazine new!, S Mag and OK!Extra, while I have also held the role of assistant sports editor on a national daily newspaper.

    I'm equally adept at writing, or rewriting, copy on a variety of different topics. I have produced business supplements and sports articles, as well as a number of other features, from travel and motoring, to music, celebrities and food and drink.

    I have a knack with words, headlines and turns of phrases, producing copy of the highest standard designed specifically with the audience at the forefront of my mind.

    And because of my time in the media, I'm ideally placed to offer PR services as well. I know what makes editors tick, know what angles they look for in a story and I know how to spark their interest. That means your story is more likely to feature prominently and positively in a number of publications. I have an excellent contacts list.

    Also an established copywriter, I have spent time writing and developing copy for a multi-million pound ecommerce site, and have knowledge of what makes words work for business and of SEO copy. I'm also an established and skilled blogger, having produced articles for a number of businesses, and also contribute to a number of business magazines.

    Keen, hard working and jam-packed full of initiative and that terrier-like attitude that most journalists and writers have, I always produce work to the very highest standards.

    So, let me do the hard work for you.

    Area Covered: Copywriting, editing, journalism, proofreading, SEO copy, press releases, advertising copy
    Company Name: Richard Trenchard Communications - www.rt-comms.co.uk
    Industry: Publishing
    Employees: 1


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    Job Title: Assistant sports editor
    Company: Daily Sport
    Description:
    Assist the sports editor and deputy sports editor both creatively and productively to produce exciting, innovative and informative sports pages for the Daily and Sunday Sport;
    Acted as deputy sports editor in his absence and as sports editor in cases where both were absent, assuming total responsibility using editorial and design skills for the entire sports content of the papers and website copy;
    Design and page layout, copy-tasting, writing headlines, subbing copy and proof reading;
    Helped lead a team of experienced journalists and inspire them to think creatively;
    Worked to help generate advertising revenue with the advertising manager;
    Helped maximise sales potential of the publication and circulation in various formats;
    Keen eye for content, accuracy and adherence to legal requirements

    Key Achievements
    I joined the company in September 2005 as a sub-editor on the sports desk and enjoyed a rapid promotion as a result of my capabilities.
    From May 2010 to April 2011 I acted as acting deputy sports editor during a period of long-term absence from the sports desk by the sports editor. During this time I was in total charge of the desk for a minimum of three days a week. I had to deliver exciting sports coverage which informed as well as entertained our readers. I oversaw the sourcing of all sports content while keeping within a financial budget, and was in charge of the entire production process, from initial ideas, to design and layout, subbing and proof reading. A key element of the role was also liaising with and forming contacts with agencies and other professionals.
    From:19/Sep/2005 To:04/Apr/2011

    Job Title: Content category manager
    Company: DRL Limited
    Description:
    To manage the content for a range of landing pages and information pages for a highly successful ecommerce business;
    To lead a team of junior and senior copywriters within one of three departments to establish and manage the content for a high volume of web pages. To assist with their development and progression, both in writing skills and business skills;
    To write engaging copy and adhere to site guidelines;
    To review and constantly evaluate copy on the sites;
    Helped maximise sales potential of the landing and information pages;
    Keen eye for content, accuracy and adherence to legal requirements.

    Key Achievements
    I joined the company in June 2011 and immediately established myself as a key member of the management team. Leading my team of four copywriters, I inspired them to think creatively about the copy they produce for the website and the impact of the copy on readers. I contributed to establishing personas for the customers using the site, to ensure copy was targeted as a result. I also let my team to becoming the most productive and creative of the three teams producing content. I planned and managed copy editor"s work to ensure the content was updated regularly, to a high standard. I was also involved in producing a content development plan, which highlighted to the business what targets would be delivered by when in order to hit multi-million pound conversion targets. I learned how to use analytical tools, such as Coremetrics and ClickTale to evaluate how a page was performing. I also contributed to the design of pages, while also promoting the business by writing press releases which were featured in national magazines.
    From:27/Jul/2001 To:06/Oct/2011

    Education Summary: ACADEMIC BACKGROUND

    • NCTJ qualified journalist
    • 2:1 Degree – BA (Hons) Culture and Communication, Lancaster University
    • A-Levels - Bolton North Sixth Form College
    • GCSEs – Bolton School

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    Engaging, easy to read and plagiarism free web content (visa & immigration)
    • Fredby Fred B.
    • Posted: 12 May 2015
    • 5
    • 26 May 2015 Fred B.
      Fred B.
      City of London, GB

      Great research, excellent articles, and superb turnaround.

      Richard T.
      Richard T.

      Thanks, Fred. It was a pleasure working on these pieces for you.

    SEO Copywriting for window blinds website
    • Darenby Daren W.
    • Posted: 15 Oct 2014
    • 1
    • 21 Oct 2014 Daren W.
      Daren W.
      Manchester, GB

      Excellent writing by Richard will recommend and use again.

      Richard T.
      Richard T.

      Thank you, Daren. It was a pleasure and I look forward to working with you again in the near future.

    Ceative Blog and posting of the Blog- NEW members only Cabariate club with VIP bar
    • Samby Sam M.
    • Posted: 18 Feb 2014
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    • 26 Mar 2014 Sam M.
      Sam M.
      Manchester, GB

      Very good to work with excellent writer will be using Richard again

      Richard T.
      Richard T.

      Hi Samantha,
      It was a pleasure getting your content to you and I look forward to working with you again.
      Richard

    1000 word article on wedding photography
    • Jenniferby Jennifer M.
    • Posted: 8 Jan 2014
    • 2
    • 16 Jan 2014 Jennifer M.
      Jennifer M.
      Manchester, GB

      Fast, reliable and well written article

      Richard T.
      Richard T.

      Thanks Jennifer. I thoroughly enjoyed this work.

    Financial Content Writing / SEO Articles
    • Gedby Ged O.
    • Posted: 12 Apr 2013
    • 1
    • 05 Jun 2013 Ged O.
      Ged O.
      Warrington, GB

      Completed promptly and well written.

      Richard T.
      Richard T.

      Thanks for the positive feedback, Ged. I thoroughly enjoyed writing these pieces for you, and look forward to working with you again.

    Good Quality 400-800 word Blog Post Articles
    • Drewby Drew D.
    • Posted: 16 May 2013
    • 3
    • 29 May 2013 Drew D.
      Drew D.
      London, GB

      Responded to feedback well & worked within a short deadline, thanks.

      Richard T.
      Richard T.

      Thanks Drew. I look forward to working with you on future pieces, too.

    Freelance blog writer for regular contribution
    • Ashby Ash P.
    • Posted: 28 Feb 2013
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    • 16 May 2013 Ash P.
      Ash P.
      London, GB

      Job well done and quick

    6 product descriptions (200 words) for slimming supplements
    • PureBlueby PureBlue -.
    • Posted: 22 Apr 2013
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    • 07 May 2013 PureBlue -.
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      London, GB

      Great product descriptions delivered on time and exactly meeting the brief.

    Passionate Writer for blog needed.
    • Steveby Steve D.
    • Posted: 10 Apr 2013
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    • 15 Apr 2013 Steve D.
      Steve D.
      Blackburn, GB

      Excellent work. A true scholar with words. Will definately work with again.

      Richard T.
      Richard T.

      Vey kind words, Steve. I really enjoyed this project and look forward to working more with you.

    Travel Bloggers Required
    • Jamieby Jamie W.
    • Posted: 15 Jan 2013
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    • 13 Feb 2013 Jamie W.
      Jamie W.
      York, GB

      Richard fulfilled the brief and wrote an insightful travel article. Thanks!

      Richard T.
      Richard T.

      Thanks Jamie. A pleasure to work with you. I look forward to doing so again soon.

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