Rochelle Bugg

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Copywriting & Brand Voice Specialist at Independent Consultant
October 1, 2012 - Present
Producing content strategies, brand guidelines and copy that meet business objectives and add value. Developing tone of voice guidelines, strategic content plans, and collaborating with internal and external teams to support brand rollouts across multiple markets. Managing multiple projects with conflicting deadlines and providing senior editorial direction.
Senior Copywriter (UX and SEO) at Virgin Media
May 1, 2021 - October 31, 2021
Wrote digital content to promote up-sell/cross-sell, improved conversions, and supported UX through clear microcopy and information architecture. Delivered 100+ SEO-optimized web pages on deadline; contributed to a brand voice and content strategy; collaborated with product and design teams across 54 global offices.
Senior Copywriter at Barclays
February 1, 2017 - August 31, 2018
Led on-page copy for digital banking products, collaborated with UX and product teams to create engaging content for campaigns, and refined readability and accessibility through clear voice guidelines.
Copywriter & PR Executive at Bott & Co Solicitors
March 14, 2014 - May 31, 2015
Wrote marketing and PR content, redesigned the website and client communications to improve clarity and compliance, and ensured brand message consistency across channels while supporting press outreach.
Copywriter & Brand Voice Specialist at Independent Consultant
October 1, 2012 - Present
Producing content strategies, brand guidelines and copy that meet business objectives. Leading on brand voice development, UX and content planning; delivering high-quality outputs across multiple projects and coordinating with global teams.
Head of Copywriting at Clarksons
October 1, 2021 - January 31, 2023
Project managing internal and external copy across online and offline channels as part of a brand re-launch; brand guardianship; content strategy; tone of voice and guidelines; ensuring consistency across 54 global offices.
Senior Copywriter (UX & SEO) at Virgin Media
May 1, 2021 - October 31, 2021
Wrote digital content to promote upsell/cross-sell; reduced bounce rate; improved click-through rate; drove conversions and revenue. Contributed to UX labs and A/B testing; collaborated with stakeholders.
UX Copywriter at Very.co.uk
July 1, 2016 - October 31, 2016
Led UX copy for fintech and retail app experiences; improved checkout and product page copy; contributed to usability testing and content optimization.
Lead Copywriter at Prior Group
February 1, 2016 - July 31, 2016
Led copywriting for a leading private healthcare provider; created content that supported marketing and communications objectives and maintained brand consistency.

Education

MA Public Relations & Marketing Communications at Leeds Metropolitan University
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2009
BA (Hons) Conference & Exhibitions Management at Leeds Metropolitan University
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2007
MA Public Relations & Marketing Communications at Leeds Metropolitan University
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2009
BA (Hons) Conference & Exhibitions Management at Leeds Metropolitan University
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2007

Qualifications

Chartered Institute of Editing and Proofreading – Member
January 11, 2030 - December 5, 2025
Professional Copywriters’ Network – Member
January 11, 2030 - December 5, 2025
What is Strategy? (D&AD course)
January 11, 2030 - December 5, 2025
Grief and Bereavement Counselling (Level 3) Certification
January 11, 2030 - December 5, 2025
Grief and Bereavement Counselling Certification (Stonebridge Level 3)
January 11, 2030 - December 5, 2025
Chartered Institute of Editing and Proofreading – Member
January 11, 2030 - December 5, 2025
Professional Copywriters' Network – Member
January 11, 2030 - December 5, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Financial Services, Transportation & Logistics