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Hi, I’m Paula Beaton. I’m a senior copywriter, editor, and AI trainer with over a decade of experience spanning tech journalism, freelance content creation, and remote team collaboration. I excel at turning complex tech topics into clear, engaging copy for blogs, product pages, newsletters, and editorial platforms. I value practical readability, accuracy, and a friendly tone that resonates with diverse audiences.
I’ve run my own copywriting business since 2012 and have trained LLMs for global teams, contributed to multiple tech outlets, and managed content programs for travel and software brands. When I’m not writing, I enjoy photography, coding, and staying active in Edinburgh’s meetup scene, including Women Who Code.
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German
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French
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Work Experience
AI Trainer at Mercor
September 1, 2025 - PresentPerformed daily preference ranking of hundreds of multimodal AI outputs (images, audio, and video) against prompts to evaluate model performance and alignment. Applied systematic comparative judgment techniques to assess relevance, quality, and coherence of generative model outputs, ensuring consistent evaluation across diverse modalities. Maintained high accuracy and throughput in large-scale annotation workflows, contributing to reliable training data for model fine-tuning and preference optimisation. Collaborated with cross-functional AI teams to identify quality trends and provide actionable feedback for improving multimodal generative capabilities. Utilised specialised labeling platforms and guidelines to ensure precise annotation, supporting preference-based reinforcement learning and human feedback loops.
Senior Tech Writer at Techreport (Freelance)
January 1, 2024 - PresentCreated web copy, blog posts, and social media copy for tech clients; managed multiple deadlines and delivered clear, accessible technical writing.
Copywriter at Resource IT (Freelance)
January 1, 2025 - September 1, 2025Created web copy, blog posts, and social media copy for tech clients on a freelance basis.
Freelance Technology Journalist at Techopedia
June 1, 2024 - PresentResearching and sourcing stories for the US news team on a wide variety of tech topics from gaming to EVs and AI.
Freelance Food Features Writer at The Daily Meal (Static Media)
February 1, 2023 - March 1, 2024Wrote food features on culture, etiquette, trends, restaurants, and more.
Freelance Copy Editor and Writer at Android Authority
June 1, 2021 - December 1, 2023UK Copy Editor and writer for Android Authority, writing streaming and gaming content and How-Tos, and creating The Weekly Authority newsletter.
Freelance Writer at Digital Trends
May 1, 2020 - December 1, 2022Wrote for the mobile division (roundups, reviews, guides, how-tos) and later the commerce division; returned to the mobile division in December 2024.
Freelance Writer (Part Time) at Movavi
September 1, 2020 - December 1, 2021Creating 1-2 articles or guides per month for Movavi, focusing on software and software development.
Freelance Writer (Part Time) at Eltima Software
May 1, 2020 - January 1, 2024Creating content around software and software development.
Freelance Copywriter at Belvilla Group (Part time)
September 1, 2019 - April 1, 2020Creating copy on a freelance basis for the Belvilla Group, a leading provider of holiday home rentals in Europe.
Freelance Features Writer (Part Time) at Skyscanner
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2021Wrote features; managed content calendar; edited and published posts; SEO optimised content.
Freelance Content Editor (Part Time) at Skyscanner
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020UK content editor; managed editorial calendar; led a small team of writers; updated and improved content for SEO.
Freelance Editor and Copywriter at Word Nerd Copy
October 1, 2012 - PresentEditing and copywriting for UK/US publishers and indie authors; developmental editing and proofreading; content for digital and print.
Reservations Executive at onefinestay, London
January 1, 2012 - September 1, 2012Hhelped customers from across the globe book temporary/holiday accommodation; provided high-quality customer service.
Studio Assistant at South West London
June 1, 2011 - October 1, 2011Photographer's assistant, ran the studio in the photographer's absence.
Freelance Photographer at Supreme Being
February 1, 2011 - June 1, 2011Shot still life product photography for Lookbooks and Blog.
Call Taker at Lincolnshire Police
January 1, 2010 - December 1, 2010Handled police general enquiries and 999 calls; researched information, remained calm under pressure, met deadlines.
Sales Assistant/Assistant Manager at John Greed Design, Lincoln
May 1, 2008 - January 1, 2010Sales and assistant management duties in a design-focused retail environment.
Freelance Copywriter at Resource IT
December 1, 2024 - PresentCreating web copy, blog posts, and social media copy for tech clients on a freelance basis.
Tech Journalist at Techopedia
June 1, 2024 - PresentResearching and sourcing stories on AI, cybersecurity, energy, EVs, gaming, and general tech for the US newsroom.
Freelance Features Writer at The Daily Meal (Static Media)
February 1, 2023 - March 1, 2024Wrote food features on culture, etiquette, trends, restaurants, and more.
Freelance Editor and Writer at Android Authority
June 1, 2021 - December 1, 2023UK Copy Editor and writer for Android Authority; wrote streaming and gaming content and How-tos; created and wrote The Weekly Authority newsletter.
Freelance Writer at Movavi
September 1, 2020 - December 1, 2021Created 1-2 articles or guides per month for Movavi focused on software development and related topics.
Freelance Writer at Elitma Software
May 1, 2020 - January 31, 2024Created content around software and software development on a freelance basis.
Freelance Editor at SkyScanner
January 1, 2019 - January 31, 2020UK content editor; managed a small team of writers; editorial calendar; topics; edited and published posts; used WordPress; supported freelancers.
Freelance Features Writer at SkyScanner
January 1, 2020 - January 31, 2021Wrote features for SkyScanner; contributed to UK content strategy.
Studio Assistant at South West London
January 1, 2012 - September 1, 2012Photographer's assistant; ran the studio in the photographer's absence.
Writer – Food Features at The Daily Meal (Static Media)
February 1, 2023 - March 31, 2024Wrote food features on culture, etiquette, trends, restaurants, and more.
Editor and Writer at Android Authority
June 1, 2021 - December 31, 2023UK Copy Editor and writer for streaming and gaming content, How-Tos, and The Weekly Authority newsletter.
Freelance Writer at The Daily Meal
February 1, 2023 - March 31, 2024Wrote food features on culture, etiquette, trends, restaurants, and more.
Freelance Editor and Writer at SkyScanner
January 1, 2019 - January 31, 2020UK content editor and writer; managed editorial calendar and produced blog posts, articles, and content.
Freelance Editor and Copy Writer at Word Nerd Copy
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2014Editing, proofreading, and copywriting projects for UK and international clients; includes editing fiction and nonfiction, SEO optimization, and content creation.
Call Taker at Lincolnshire Police
February 1, 2011 - June 30, 2011Handled inbound calls on the police general enquiries line; managed high-pressure situations and deadlines.
Sales Assistant / Assistant Manager at John Greed Design, Lincoln
May 1, 2008 - January 31, 2010Sales assistant and assistant manager supporting design and retail operations.
AI Trainer at Mercor
October 1, 2026 - PresentPerforms daily preference ranking of hundreds of multimodal AI outputs against prompts to evaluate model performance and alignment; applies systematic comparative judgment to assess relevance, quality, and coherence; maintains high accuracy and throughput in large-scale annotation workflows; collaborates with cross-functional AI teams to provide actionable feedback for improving multimodal capabilities; utilises specialized labeling platforms and guidelines to ensure precise annotation supporting reinforcement learning and human feedback loops.
Senior Tech Writer at Techreport (Freelance)
January 1, 2025 - September 30, 2025Creates web copy, blog posts, and social media copy for tech clients on a freelance basis.
Freelance Writer at Digital Trends
December 1, 2024 - PresentReturned to the mobile division; continued mobile tech coverage.
Senior Tech Writer at Techreport
January 1, 2025 - PresentFreelance senior tech writer covering a range of topics in AI, cybersecurity, gaming, and general tech; produced web copy, feature articles, and guides for various tech clients.
Copywriter at Resource IT
January 1, 2025 - September 1, 2025Created web copy, blog posts, and social media content for tech clients; delivered clear messaging and optimized for conversions.
Freelance Writer at Eltima Software
May 1, 2020 - January 1, 2024Created content centered on software and software development.
Freelance Copywriter at Belvilla Group
September 1, 2019 - April 1, 2020Created copy on a freelance basis for a leading European holiday home rental provider.
Freelance Content Editor at Skyscanner
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020UK content editor; managed a small team of writers, editorial calendar, SEO, and publishing workflow.
Education
Forensic Psychology BSc (first two years completed) at University of Abertay, Dundee
January 11, 2030 - January 19, 2026Higher English at Albyn School for Girls
January 11, 2030 - January 19, 2026Higher German at Albyn School for Girls
January 11, 2030 - January 19, 2026Introduction to Fiction Editing at Liminal Pages
January 11, 2030 - January 19, 2026Developmental Editing: Fiction Theory at Liminal Pages
January 11, 2030 - January 19, 2026Forensic Psychology BSc (two years completed) at University of Aberdeen
January 11, 2030 - February 7, 2026A Higher German at Albyn School for Girls
January 11, 2030 - February 7, 2026A Higher French at Albyn School for Girls
January 11, 2030 - February 7, 2026BSc Forensic Psychology at University of Abertay, Dundee
January 11, 2030 - February 24, 2026Forensic Psychology BSc (first two years completed) at University of Abertay, Dundee
January 11, 2030 - February 24, 2026Introduction to Fiction Editing at Liminal Pages
January 11, 2030 - February 24, 2026Developmental Editing: Fiction Theory at Liminal Pages Albyn School for Girls
January 11, 2030 - February 24, 2026Higher English at Albyn School for Girls
January 11, 2030 - February 24, 2026Higher German at Albyn School for Girls
January 11, 2030 - February 24, 2026Higher French at Albyn School for Girls
January 11, 2030 - February 24, 2026Qualifications
Introduction to Fiction Editing
January 11, 2030 - January 19, 2026Developmental Editing: Fiction Theory
January 11, 2030 - January 19, 2026AP Style
January 11, 2030 - February 7, 2026Forensic Psychology BSc (first two years completed)
January 11, 2030 - February 7, 2026Introduction to Fiction Editing
January 11, 2030 - February 7, 2026Developmental Editing: Fiction
January 11, 2030 - February 7, 2026Forensic Psychology BSc (first two years completed)
January 11, 2030 - February 7, 2026Introduction to Fiction Editing
January 11, 2030 - February 7, 2026Developmental Editing: Fiction
January 11, 2030 - February 7, 2026Introduction to Fiction Editing
January 11, 2030 - February 24, 2026Developmental Editing: Fiction Theory
January 11, 2030 - February 24, 2026Higher English – A
January 11, 2030 - February 24, 2026Higher German – A
January 11, 2030 - February 24, 2026Higher Music – A
January 11, 2030 - February 24, 2026Higher French – B
January 11, 2030 - February 24, 2026Introduction to Fiction Editing
January 11, 2030 - February 24, 2026Developmental Editing: Fiction Theory
January 11, 2030 - February 24, 2026Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Computers & Electronics, Software & Internet, Consumer Goods, Gaming, Education, Travel & Hospitality, Professional Services
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