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Versatile editorial and communications professional with 16 years’ experience across journalism, publishing, digital marketing and brand communications. Proven ability to craft engaging, SEO-optimised content, manage editorial teams, and uphold impeccable accuracy and tone across platforms. Current: Travel break & freelancing at The Copy Hub Following the closure of Rochdale Online News in March 2025, I took a travel break across Europe while continuing to provide professional editorial services through The Copy Hub. Projects have included copywriting, proofreading, and editorial consultancy for a range of clients.…Versatile editorial and communications professional with 16 years’ experience across journalism, publishing, digital marketing and brand communications. Proven ability to craft engaging, SEO-optimised content, manage editorial teams, and uphold impeccable accuracy and tone across platforms. Current: Travel break & freelancing at The Copy Hub Following the closure of Rochdale Online News in March 2025, I took a travel break across Europe while continuing to provide professional editorial services through The Copy Hub. Projects have included copywriting, proofreading, and editorial consultancy for a range of clients.

Kirsty Olczak

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Versatile editorial and communications professional with 16 years’ experience across journalism, publishing, digital marketing and brand communications. Proven ability to craft engaging, SEO-optimised content, manage editorial teams, and uphold impeccable accuracy and tone across platforms. Current: Travel break & freelancing at The Copy Hub Following the closure of Rochdale Online News in March 2025, I took a travel break across Europe while continuing to provide professional editorial services through The Copy Hub. Projects have included copywriting, proofreading, and editorial consultancy for a range of clients.…Versatile editorial and communications professional with 16 years’ experience across journalism, publishing, digital marketing and brand communications. Proven ability to craft engaging, SEO-optimised content, manage editorial teams, and uphold impeccable accuracy and tone across platforms. Current: Travel break & freelancing at The Copy Hub Following the closure of Rochdale Online News in March 2025, I took a travel break across Europe while continuing to provide professional editorial services through The Copy Hub. Projects have included copywriting, proofreading, and editorial consultancy for a range of clients.

Available to hire

Versatile editorial and communications professional with 16 years’ experience across journalism, publishing, digital marketing and brand communications. Proven ability to craft engaging, SEO-optimised content, manage editorial teams, and uphold impeccable accuracy and tone across platforms.

Current: Travel break & freelancing at The Copy Hub Following the closure of Rochdale Online News in March 2025, I took a travel break across Europe while continuing to provide professional editorial services through The Copy Hub. Projects have included copywriting, proofreading, and editorial consultancy for a range of clients.

Skills

Copywriting

Brand Identity

SEO Copywriting

Experience Level

Copywriting

Expert

Brand Identity

Intermediate

SEO Copywriting

Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Senior Journalist at Rochdale Online News

March 31, 2025 - October 24, 2025

Reported on local government, community, crime and entertainment news for Rochdale Online News. Served as Features Editor for Real Rochdale magazine, commissioning, editing and writing long-form features. Managed social media channels, growing engagement and audience reach. Delivered fast, accurate and engaging news coverage under tight deadlines.

Communications Manager at WISE (Women in Science and Engineering)

January 1, 2024 - October 24, 2025

Led all external communications, including CEO speeches, case studies, press releases and media relations. Wrote and optimised SEO-driven website copy, marketing emails and campaign content. Developed and implemented a brand narrative and tone of voice still in use today. Strengthened media visibility through strategic storytelling and consistent messaging.

Global Editor at NR Times (Aspect Publishing)

December 1, 2022 - October 24, 2025

Directed editorial output for NR Times and sister publications under Aspect Publishing. Managed a global team of writers, editors and contributors. Represented the brand at industry events and webinars as speaker and panellist. Oversaw content strategy, improving audience engagement and industry recognition.

Content Manager at FireCask

November 1, 2020 - October 24, 2025

Managed a cross-functional team delivering SEO-optimised, high-performing content for multiple clients. Responsible for digital PR coverage, press outreach, and brand partnerships. Oversaw content calendars, campaigns and performance analytics to ensure measurable impact.

Freelance Editor/Copywriter at The Copy Hub

March 1, 2025 - Present

Travel break & freelancing; providing copywriting, proofreading and editorial consultancy.