Writer for hire
As a trained journalist, I turn tricky topics into copy that’s a breeze to read ⚡
Hey there,
I’m Kim, a freelance writer and editor in Melbourne.
I’m available to tackle all kinds of writing or editing projects, whether you need a research-dense feature article, pithy blog post or landing page, compelling narrative case study, or whip-smart social media ad.
I specialise in translating complex info into simple and accessible language (but if you want a bit of colour, I can do that too).
My copywriting experience means I can confidently follow a brief and find the right tone for a project; my journalism training means I’m a skilled researcher and interviewer who delivers clean copy on deadline.
Keen to work together? Drop me a line ⚡
Copywriting & content
For ten years, I’ve been producing copy that’s clean but lively, smart but unpretentious.
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Here’s a sample of a few recent projects.
Open Universities Australia | Web copy and blog content
I write stories for OUA that feature friendly, accessible language, break down topics into simple terms, and offer advice to people who might be considering university study for the first time.
I contribute stories to Medibank’s print magazine and digital imprint, Live Better, exploring health and wellbeing topics in a warm and reassuring tone.
I was also recently contracted for a content series in partnership with the AFLW, interviewing current and former players about how they navigate health challenges as professional athletes.
Four Pillars Gin | Social, blog and EDM copy
Working with the in-house team at Four Pillars since 2023, I have assisted with community management and produced social copy, blog posts, eDMs and ads, using the distillery’s distinct and playful brand voice.
University of Melbourne | Web copy, blog content, editing
After working as an in-house copywriter at the university, I continued to write and edit copy as a freelancer. I tame academic jargon into everyday language to produce clean and compelling copy that showcases the university’s courses and research.
In a short contract for arts festival White Night, I wrote social content and eDMs that captured the spirit of the event and the regional cities in which it was held.
In a series of blog articles for Chisholm Institute, I profiled the TAFE’s courses and the staff who deliver them, using a warm and accessible tone.
Feature writing
My journalism and criticism have appeared in major Australian newspapers including the Age, the Australian, and the Saturday Paper, as well as independent and industry publications.
I like to cover stories about science, technology, the natural world, and interesting people doing interesting things.
Here’s a very quick selection.
Publishing
I am the founding editor of Swampland, a print publication dedicated to long-form Australian music journalism and photography.
We ran from 2016 - 2019, publishing stories in print and online. Learn more about us here.
Testimonials
Kim has been a delight to work with! She has picked up the tone and style of our publication with ease. Some of her articles have been our best-performing each month. She always submits by her deadline (sometimes before) and her copy is always clean.
— Kate Neilson, editor, Mahlab
Kim is an absolute pleasure to work with. She is reliable with deadlines, meticulous in her delivery, and accurately meets the demands of her briefs. She is highly proactive and always keen to suggest new topics and angles.
— Carissa Hong, marketing coordinator, University of Melbourne
I’ve worked with Kim for a year and could not recommend her enough. Strategic, creative, professional, and just a delight to work with – the holy grail of writers 🙌🏽
— Pamela Reddi Coronell, global head of marketing, Adventus.io
Kim understood the brief immediately and the content provided was spot on - client approved it without amends!
— Heather Jaboor, Fuel Agency
Not only does Kim consistently produce clean, clever and engaging writing, she also meets deadlines, is receptive to edits, and is an absolute joy to work with. I can't recommend her services enough!
— Kelsey Oldham, editor, Books & Publishing
Kim shows great initiative with her research and brings depth to every piece she writes. She has a wonderful knack for nailing brand voices and is able to effortlessly adapt content for different environments and customer segments. As a result, Kim has elevated every campaign she’s worked on with us.
— Tim McGuire, content marketing manager, Medibank
Need some copy?
If you’d like a quote on a project or have a story to discuss, feel free to say g’day 👋