I’m Alexandra Quinnn, a research-driven freelance writer and editor based in Ottawa, Ontario. I craft long-form essays, website and blog content, and podcast scripts, bringing a strong literary voice alongside careful source work, discretion, and a talent for turning complex, fact-heavy material into clear, engaging prose. I’ve written and edited across independent publishing, web and newsletter content, and client-facing documentation in government and record-keeping environments. With experience in historical and genealogical research, source verification, structural editing, and copyediting/proofreading, I’m trusted with sensitive information and I enjoy shaping thoughtful work from research through publication.

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I’m Alexandra Quinnn, a research-driven freelance writer and editor based in Ottawa, Ontario. I craft long-form essays, website and blog content, and podcast scripts, bringing a strong literary voice alongside careful source work, discretion, and a talent for turning complex, fact-heavy material into clear, engaging prose. I’ve written and edited across independent publishing, web and newsletter content, and client-facing documentation in government and record-keeping environments. With experience in historical and genealogical research, source verification, structural editing, and copyediting/proofreading, I’m trusted with sensitive information and I enjoy shaping thoughtful work from research through publication.

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I’m Alexandra Quinnn, a research-driven freelance writer and editor based in Ottawa, Ontario. I craft long-form essays, website and blog content, and podcast scripts, bringing a strong literary voice alongside careful source work, discretion, and a talent for turning complex, fact-heavy material into clear, engaging prose.

I’ve written and edited across independent publishing, web and newsletter content, and client-facing documentation in government and record-keeping environments. With experience in historical and genealogical research, source verification, structural editing, and copyediting/proofreading, I’m trusted with sensitive information and I enjoy shaping thoughtful work from research through publication.

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Language

English
Fluent
French
Fluent

Work Experience

Founder, Writer & Editor at The Ink Well
January 1, 2026 - Present
Develop and publish research-led essays, literary commentary, book reviews, and cultural criticism for an independent online publication and newsletter. Plan editorial features, conduct research, shape article structure, and edit copy for clarity, rhythm, factual consistency, and web readability.
Accounting & Administrative Clerk at Bradley Contracting
June 1, 2025 - Present
Handled financial, operational, and client-facing documentation.
Administration and Records at Beechwood National Cemetery & Government of Canada
January 1, 2025 - Present
Worked in detail-sensitive institutional, archival, and financial-management environments; completed obituary writing and historical/genealogy research and document tracing.
Administration and Finance (Central point of contact for financial inquiries) at Government of Canada (CRC)
July 1, 2022 - April 1, 2025
Served as a central point of contact for financial inquiries, providing clear procedural guidance and maintaining accurate, confidential records.
Songwriter & Copywriter at Craig Cardiff
January 1, 2021 - November 1, 2021
Wrote and developed song lyrics and supporting promotional copy while working as Craig Cardiff’s personal virtual assistant.
Ghostwriter — Podcast Script at The ACE Program
April 1, 2019 - January 1, 2021
Ghostwrote and adapted podcast script material by translating program ideas into clear, natural spoken-word content while maintaining the client’s voice.
Contributor at Independent Publications & Online Journals
January 1, 2017 - Present
Published articles in Feminist Lens, YCC, and Medium-based publications and local Canadian print outlets; also published poetry and short fiction in online writing communities.

Education

Diploma, Business Accounting at Algonquin College
January 11, 2030 - September 2, 2026
Intensive Literary Arts Program & Bilingual Certificate at Canterbury High School
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2021

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Government, Media & Entertainment, Financial Services, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services