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I am an award-winning, versatile, and highly creative journalist and editor with over 20 years' experience across print and digital media. I have a passion for crafting original, evergreen content and transforming complex topics into engaging, accessible stories. With impeccable research, interviewing, and editing skills, I excel at finding unique story angles and generating fresh ideas. Specialized topics I focus on include travel, spirituality, and campaigning. Throughout my career, I have worked as a freelance proofreader, editor, and travel writer, as well as in PR, media strategy, and editorial leadership. I am a self-motivated high achiever comfortable working remotely worldwide, fluent in Spanish, and skilled in various editorial and digital tools. I am dedicated to delivering high-quality, viral content that connects with audiences globally.…I am an award-winning, versatile, and highly creative journalist and editor with over 20 years' experience across print and digital media. I have a passion for crafting original, evergreen content and transforming complex topics into engaging, accessible stories. With impeccable research, interviewing, and editing skills, I excel at finding unique story angles and generating fresh ideas. Specialized topics I focus on include travel, spirituality, and campaigning. Throughout my career, I have worked as a freelance proofreader, editor, and travel writer, as well as in PR, media strategy, and editorial leadership. I am a self-motivated high achiever comfortable working remotely worldwide, fluent in Spanish, and skilled in various editorial and digital tools. I am dedicated to delivering high-quality, viral content that connects with audiences globally.

Sophie McAdam

Writer, Content Producer, Copywriter, +1

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I am an award-winning, versatile, and highly creative journalist and editor with over 20 years' experience across print and digital media. I have a passion for crafting original, evergreen content and transforming complex topics into engaging, accessible stories. With impeccable research, interviewing, and editing skills, I excel at finding unique story angles and generating fresh ideas. Specialized topics I focus on include travel, spirituality, and campaigning. Throughout my career, I have worked as a freelance proofreader, editor, and travel writer, as well as in PR, media strategy, and editorial leadership. I am a self-motivated high achiever comfortable working remotely worldwide, fluent in Spanish, and skilled in various editorial and digital tools. I am dedicated to delivering high-quality, viral content that connects with audiences globally.…I am an award-winning, versatile, and highly creative journalist and editor with over 20 years' experience across print and digital media. I have a passion for crafting original, evergreen content and transforming complex topics into engaging, accessible stories. With impeccable research, interviewing, and editing skills, I excel at finding unique story angles and generating fresh ideas. Specialized topics I focus on include travel, spirituality, and campaigning. Throughout my career, I have worked as a freelance proofreader, editor, and travel writer, as well as in PR, media strategy, and editorial leadership. I am a self-motivated high achiever comfortable working remotely worldwide, fluent in Spanish, and skilled in various editorial and digital tools. I am dedicated to delivering high-quality, viral content that connects with audiences globally.

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I am an award-winning, versatile, and highly creative journalist and editor with over 20 years’ experience across print and digital media. I have a passion for crafting original, evergreen content and transforming complex topics into engaging, accessible stories. With impeccable research, interviewing, and editing skills, I excel at finding unique story angles and generating fresh ideas. Specialized topics I focus on include travel, spirituality, and campaigning.

Throughout my career, I have worked as a freelance proofreader, editor, and travel writer, as well as in PR, media strategy, and editorial leadership. I am a self-motivated high achiever comfortable working remotely worldwide, fluent in Spanish, and skilled in various editorial and digital tools. I am dedicated to delivering high-quality, viral content that connects with audiences globally.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Language

English

Fluent

Spanish; Castilian

Advanced

Italian

Intermediate

French

Beginner

Romanian, Moldavian, Moldovan

Beginner

Work Experience

Freelance Proofreader, Editor and Travel Writer at Self Employed

October 1, 2016 - Present

Produced correct and professional copy through meticulous proofreading of manuscripts, academic work, and blogs. Created travel blog content, photography, memoirs, and guides. Provided Spanish-English translation services, freelance copywriting, and EFL teaching remotely worldwide.

PR Manager at Equinox Kombucha

October 31, 2016 - August 28, 2025

Pitched fresh and engaging stories to the media to gain coverage and publicity. Established and maintained industry contacts and strong media relationships. Compiled compelling copy for various communication channels.

Journalist, Video Curator, Media Strategist at True Activist (Freelance)

February 29, 2016 - August 28, 2025

Researched and wrote features and comments on global politics, sustainability, civil liberties, human rights, social issues, activism, green tech, and the environment for a rapidly growing digital magazine. Credited with exponentially growing magazine's followers and delivering 600+ articles under Creative Commons license.

Editor-in-Chief at Baywatch Magazine

October 31, 2012 - August 28, 2025

Wrote compelling, fresh copy that increased readership by 25%. Covered local current events and breaking news for expat readers. Responsible for advertising sales, magazine design, layout, and copy. Also researched and wrote travel articles for issues.

Feature Writer, Investigative Journalist (Freelance)

April 30, 2012 - August 28, 2025

Contributed regular in-depth campaigning and investigative features on socio-political issues in the UK, including refugees, youth crime, and civil liberties. Maintained consistent high-quality output, met tight deadlines, and cultivated source relationships to ensure ongoing access to information.

Internship - Journalist at The Olive Press

September 30, 2010 - August 28, 2025

Wrote news articles and travel features focused on specific topics and emerging issues for this Expat newspaper in Ronda, Spain.

Ghostwriter/Book Author at Private Client

June 30, 2009 - August 28, 2025

Headhunted to ghostwrite the biography of Bridget Benson, an Irish clairvoyant mystic. Authored the successful memoir 'When Tomorrow Speaks To Me', published by Llewellyn, receiving excellent reviews from critics and readers alike.

Editor at The Scallymag

February 28, 2009 - August 28, 2025

Produced and edited a free quarterly magazine aimed at parents with preschool children. Sole responsibility for advertising sales, research, writing features, listings, travel content, design, page layout, and providing proofreading and copy editing services to third parties.

Internship - Writer at NW Magazine

March 31, 2007 - August 28, 2025

Won a national blogging competition and worked in NW Magazine's London office. Researched case studies, pitched ideas, wrote for the online magazine, attended launch parties, and conducted interviews and vox pops.