About WordGirl
With more than 15 years’ experience in journalism and public relations, there isn’t much copy that I haven’t written, or edited. From writing and editing newspaper articles and web copy, to the creation of press releases and radio bulletins, I have the experience and wealth of knowledge to help you create copy that will make the difference.
Professional Experience
- Senior Content Editor, Journalist and Sub-Editor at The Age newspaper and www.theage.com.au website
- Senior PR Consultant at Jetstar Airways
- PR and Communications Manager at Telstra, and Senior Editorial advisor to telstra.com website
- Journalist and Sub-Editor at The Castlemaine Mail and Midland Express newspapers and TNT Magazine (UK)
- News editor and announcer for community radio stations KissFM, 3CCC FM and TNT radio (UK)
Education
- 2004 - 2005: Graduate Diploma in Public Relations - Holmesglen TAFE
- 1999: Creative and Script-Writing Course – Melbourne University
- 1997: In-flight Radio Announcing Course – advertisements and news for radio
- 1990 – 1993: Bachelor of Arts Degree, Journalism and Literature majors, Deakin University
Professional Memberships
- Member of the Media & Arts Alliance
- Member of the Public Relations Institute of Australia (PRIA)
