Claire Fraser
Writer, journalist, editor and proof-readerWax Creative
Pietermaritzburg, South Africa
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General
About
I am passionate about text in all of its forms. For me, writing is a hobby and a career - something I am constantly trying to improve upon. As a result, I provide high quality work no matter the brief.
My cumulative experience over the years has endowed me with a strong sense of discipline, superlative research and assimilation skills, and a flexible writing style to meet any requirements.
My cumulative experience over the years has endowed me with a strong sense of discipline, superlative research and assimilation skills, and a flexible writing style to meet any requirements.
Expertise
Proof-reading
Advanced (11 years)
Advanced (11 years)
Content writing
Advanced (2 years)
Advanced (2 years)
Journalism
Advanced (2 years)
Advanced (2 years)
Editing
Advanced (2 years)
Advanced (2 years)
Blogging
Advanced (2 years)
Advanced (2 years)
Copywriting
Advanced (3 years)
Advanced (3 years)
Editorial services
Advanced (2 years)
Advanced (2 years)
PR
Advanced (2 years)
Advanced (2 years)
Copy-editing
Advanced (2 years)
Advanced (2 years)
Social media marketing
Advanced (2 years)
Advanced (2 years)
Professional Experience
Nov 2001 - Present
Freelance writer, journalist and editor
Self-Employed
Writing and Editing
Self-Employed
Writing and Editing
How you formulate a sentence, and so an article, idea and argument can mean the difference between getting the deal and losing it; catching attention and being overlooked. My portfolio is ever-increasing and includes copy ranging from short marketing blurbs for websites to full articles that have appeared on the internet and in print. These cover a range of topics and styles, both from supplied information and where I have needed to conduct independent research to fulfil my mandate.
Mar 2011 - Present
Freelance writer, social media consultant, photographic distribution.
Africa Imagery
Photography
Africa Imagery
Photography
I have written web copy to accompany the photographs requested for a tourist destinations website, and compile monthly newsletters for the photographic database. As of January 2012, I have assisted Africa Imagery with their photographic distribution and social media platforms, and thoroughly enjoy compiling blog articles for inclusion on their website.
Sep 2011 - Present
Freelance writer
caravanparks.com
Writing and Editing
caravanparks.com
Writing and Editing
I write news and copy for the website.
Oct 2011 - Present
Social Media consultant
Fusion Media
Writing and Editing
Fusion Media
Writing and Editing
We provide social media packages for local businesses including Facebook, Twitter and Wordpress, as well as compiling articles for print publication in relevant newspapers and magazines.
2001 - 2004
(3 years)
(3 years)
Proof-reader
Shuter and Shooter
Writing and Editing
Shuter and Shooter
Writing and Editing
2008 - 2010
(2 years)
(2 years)
General dogsbody
Plan For Life
Writing and Editing
Plan For Life
Writing and Editing
Jun 2011 - Oct 2011
(0 years, 4 Months)
(0 years, 4 Months)
Features and general article-writer
Outsourced for multiple publications
Writing and Editing
Outsourced for multiple publications
Writing and Editing
I wrote for a pool of articles that could be drawn from by newspapers in the province. This involved being sent weekly briefs on the topics required. I did all research and compilation on articles on beauty, health, decor, motoring and food. This also involved putting together copy for newspaper supplements, conducting interviews and writing articles, as well as providing features articles.
Aug 2011 - 2011
(0 years)
(0 years)
Script-writing
Precision Cut Productions
Writing and Editing
Precision Cut Productions
Writing and Editing
Mar 2011 - May 2012
(1 years, 2 Months)
(1 years, 2 Months)
Writer
St Anne's Diocesan College
Writing and Editing
St Anne's Diocesan College
Writing and Editing
I write press releases and certain internal communications for the marketing department at the school.
Feb 2012 - Jun 2012
(0 years, 4 Months)
(0 years, 4 Months)
Freelance contributor
The Natal Witness
Printing
The Natal Witness
Printing
I assisted the supplement department at The Witness in compiling the monthly What's Up guide (a restaurant and lifestyle guide profiling local attractions), and conducted interviews and wrote celebratory advertorial features.
Apr 2011 - Jul 2012
(1 years, 3 Months)
(1 years, 3 Months)
Journalist
Private Property
Information Technology and Services
Private Property
Information Technology and Services
I write articles on schools to accompany virtual tours on the Private Property website. This requires consultation with the schools for content and fine-tuning for confirmation from the schools.
Education
1998
Matric, Carter High School (High School)
Exemption
Exemption
2004
Bachelor of Law, University of Kwa-Zulu Natal (College)
Law
Law
2011
Media Studies, The Media School (Graduate School)
Journalism
Journalism
More about Claire Fraser
First Name
Claire
Last Name
Fraser
Awards / Honors
Golden Key Invitation - 2004
Tags
Proofreading, Proofreader, Content writing, Journalism, Journalist, Editor, Editorial, Editorial Services, Edit, Blogging,
Specialities
Proof-reading, editing, content-writing, blogging.
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