Hi, I’m Kirsty Martin. I’m a journalist and digital content specialist with over a decade of experience in news and feature writing for print, plus seven years in digital copywriting and SEO training. I’m a collaborative, meticulous professional who thrives under pressure and enjoys taking on new challenges. I’ve worked across CMS platforms and publishing software, produced travel and lifestyle content, and contributed to major campaigns for BA Holidays. After stepping back to care for my children as a single parent, I’m returning to work and excited to bring my storytelling, editing, and social-media skills to a new team. I regularly create social content and have a strong track record of delivering accurate content on tight deadlines.…

Kirsty Martin

Hi, I’m Kirsty Martin. I’m a journalist and digital content specialist with over a decade of experience in news and feature writing for print, plus seven years in digital copywriting and SEO training. I’m a collaborative, meticulous professional who thrives under pressure and enjoys taking on new challenges. I’ve worked across CMS platforms and publishing software, produced travel and lifestyle content, and contributed to major campaigns for BA Holidays. After stepping back to care for my children as a single parent, I’m returning to work and excited to bring my storytelling, editing, and social-media skills to a new team. I regularly create social content and have a strong track record of delivering accurate content on tight deadlines.…

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Hi, I’m Kirsty Martin. I’m a journalist and digital content specialist with over a decade of experience in news and feature writing for print, plus seven years in digital copywriting and SEO training. I’m a collaborative, meticulous professional who thrives under pressure and enjoys taking on new challenges.

I’ve worked across CMS platforms and publishing software, produced travel and lifestyle content, and contributed to major campaigns for BA Holidays. After stepping back to care for my children as a single parent, I’m returning to work and excited to bring my storytelling, editing, and social-media skills to a new team. I regularly create social content and have a strong track record of delivering accurate content on tight deadlines.

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Skills

Experience Level

Copywriting
Expert
Adobe InDesign
Intermediate
SEO
Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent
French
Intermediate
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Freelance Contributor at Content IQ
November 1, 2020 - May 1, 2021
Wrote in-depth features (≈2000 words) on pop culture topics; conducted research and met deadlines; pitched ideas to Editor.
Digital Content Executive at British Airways Holidays
July 1, 2012 - February 1, 2018
Produced content for ba.com (travel articles and destination content); wrote copy for major marketing campaigns; adapted writing style to brands and tight deadlines.
Sub-Editor (Temporary) at Total TV Guide
July 3, 2012 - July 5, 2012
Compiled and proofread film listings; cut and rewritten copy.
Writer at Movies.co.uk
November 1, 2011 - July 1, 2012
Wrote weekly film trailer reviews, features and reviews; sourced images; self-edited and deputised for Editor.
Copy Writer & Sub-editor at The Caravan Club Magazine
May 1, 2005 - May 1, 2011
Copy writing (news and features) and sub-editing; assisted Editor with page amendments; represented the magazine at industry events; edited online content.
Temporary Writer/Indexer at Reed Business Information
May 1, 2005 - May 31, 2005
Bankers’ Almanac: chased and updated financial information for publication.
Editorial Assistant / Content Coordinator at Reed Business Information
January 1, 2004 - September 30, 2004
Chasing and coordinating advertising artwork for various titles; liaised with clients, designers and advertising sales teams.
Editorial Assistant at The Caravan Club
June 1, 2003 - November 1, 2003
Assisted the Editor with Caravan Europe guide; amended, updated and proofreading.
Trainee Reporter / Features Writer at East Grinstead Courier
November 1, 2002 - May 1, 2003
Represented local newspaper at council meetings and high-profile events; weekly news page and theatre reviews.

Education

Postgraduate Certificate in Communication in Periodical Journalism at London College of Communication, University of the Arts London
October 1, 2004 - January 1, 2005
BA English Literature & Theatre Studies (2:1) at University of Leeds
September 1, 1999 - June 1, 2002
A-Levels: English Literature (A*), Sociology (B), Theatre Studies (B) at Sackville Comprehensive
September 1, 1992 - July 1, 1993
GCSEs: 10 subjects including English Literature, English Language, Mathematics, Science, French, Sociology, Spanish, Theatre Studies at Sackville Comprehensive
January 11, 2030 - February 4, 2026

Qualifications

A-Levels: English Literature (A*), Sociology (B), Theatre Studies (B)
September 1, 1992 - July 1, 1993

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Travel & Hospitality, Education, Professional Services