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Kathryn Anna in a few words
Professional Copywriter | Poet & Fiction Writer
I am a versatile writer with experience in both creative and commercial writing. As a poet and fiction writer I understand the way to use language to inspire emotion and action.
I specialize in creating engaging copy on a wide range of topics, with particular expertise in travel and tourism. I deliver well-researched, high-quality content that meets the needs and tone of each project. My goal is to produce work that is clear, effective, and connects with the intended audience while staying consistent with the brand’s voice.
EDUCATION
Open College of the Arts
Creative Writing
The Open University
English Language and Literature in English - First Class Honours
WORK EXPERIENCE
Bespoke Poems by Kathryn Anna - Founder
2023-current
Creator of bespoke poetry for weddings and other milestone events.
SnowOnly – Copywriter
2018-2024
Writer for ski property portal. Responsibilities included design and delivery of articles on a range of topics about the skiing industry.
Big Star Copywriting – Freelance Copywriter
2018-2021
Responsibilities included research and writing SEO text across a range of topics such as travel, hospitality and tourism for company blogs.
Copify – Content Writer
2018-2023
Responding to client briefs to produce engaging SEO copy across a diverse range of topics.
The Hundred House Hotel – Content Writer
2014-2017
Producing blog posts and web content for prestigious hotel and wedding venue in Shropshire.
Boots Opticians
2009 – 2013 – Learning and Development writer
Working with a team of writers to produce user friendly L&D materials for NVQ qualifications in optical retail.
OTHER ACHIEVEMENTS
2022 – Author of Dust
Crowdfunded, project managed, produced and marketed Dust, a poetry book which raised over £700 for C.A.L.M
2018 – current Poetry and short fiction published in numerous literary magazines, journals and anthologies.
Experience
- SnowonlyContent WriterFebruary 2020 - Today (5 years and 4 months)
- KathrynAnna WritesOwner - KathrynAnna WritesTRAVEL & TOURISMOctober 2020 - Today (4 years and 8 months)Shropshire, England, United KingdomFreelance poet and creative writer Poetry, short fiction and creative non-fiction. Widely published online, in print journals and anthologies Crowdfunded, created, produced, project managed and and distributed Dust, a poetry pamphlet sold to support mental health charities. Currently exhibiting alongside artist Maggie Cameron in a celebration of bird inspired art and poetry.
- Spelt MagazineFreelance ColumnistJanuary 2021 - December 2021 (11 months)Yorkshire, UK
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Education
- Creative WritingUniversity for the Creative Arts2017Creative Writing
- NcFE Level Three Counselling, Person centered TherapyTelford College of Arts2013NcFE Level Three Counselling, Person centered Therapy
- First Class Honours, English Language and Literature in EnglishThe Open University2001First Class Honours, English Language and Literature in English
- Certificate of Training Practicethe Chartered Institute of Personnel and DevelopmentCertificate of Training Practice