As a dual specialist in both content writing and education, effective communications are at the core of what I do. This includes extensive experience as a copywriter, alongside a strong skillset in teaching and corporate training. I have consulted with businesses on brand development, written marketing content across a wide range of industries, led corporate training workshops, delivered corporate coaching, and lectured at colleges. I am passionate about empowering learners and crafting compelling narratives. I also have an MA in Creative Writing and a PGCE teaching qualification.

Deborah Martin

As a dual specialist in both content writing and education, effective communications are at the core of what I do. This includes extensive experience as a copywriter, alongside a strong skillset in teaching and corporate training. I have consulted with businesses on brand development, written marketing content across a wide range of industries, led corporate training workshops, delivered corporate coaching, and lectured at colleges. I am passionate about empowering learners and crafting compelling narratives. I also have an MA in Creative Writing and a PGCE teaching qualification.

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As a dual specialist in both content writing and education, effective communications are at the core of what I do. This includes extensive experience as a copywriter, alongside a strong skillset in teaching and corporate training. I have consulted with businesses on brand development, written marketing content across a wide range of industries, led corporate training workshops, delivered corporate coaching, and lectured at colleges. I am passionate about empowering learners and crafting compelling narratives.

I also have an MA in Creative Writing and a PGCE teaching qualification.

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Experience Level

Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Online Writing Teacher & Corporate Trainer at City Lit College
January 1, 2023 - Present
Teach online courses in Creative Writing, Copywriting and Business Writing for established adult education college. Design curriculums and learning resources using a range of pedagogic methods. Design and deliver corporate training workshops in business writing, alongside one-to-one coaching for executives and leaders. This includes delivering writing workshops to City Lit staff, as well as externally.
Founder at Quillship Writing Workshops
January 1, 2023 - Present
Deliver online creative writing workshops to students across the globe, focusing on the development of craft, creativity and confidence.
Copywriter and Brand Consultant at Self-employed
January 1, 2016 - Present
Freelance journalist, copy writer, content writer and brand story consultant for a wide range of clients and publications. Collaborate with various marketing agencies, including All-in Factory, Keyweo, Wordbrew, Write Arm, Oliver & Graimes and Ramarketing.
Copywriter at 5pm
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2022
Copywriter for popular daily deals website offering travel, hotel stays, dining, beauty, experience days and gifts. Wrote conversion-focused direct response sales copy for email marketing, devised campaign strategies, and created website and blog content.
Copywriter, Content Strategist and Brand Consultant at O&G
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2016
Copywriting, content marketing and brand consultancy role at fast-paced marketing agency. Devised national campaigns, consulted with brands on identity development, and created engaging print and digital content. Wrote conversion-focused copy for blogs, magazines, brochures, billboards, animations, social media, digital advertising, Google PPC advertising, case studies, and white papers. Clients included Cisco, Kuoni, and Elite Hotels.
Assistant Social Media Manager at INTO University
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2014
Managed blog and social media channels for a company that placed international students at universities across the world. Improved brand visibility, social media presence and search engine rankings through the creation of engaging lifestyle content.
Writer, Editor and Proofreader at Self-employed
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2012
Offered a range of writing and editorial services to various clients across a range of industries.
Marketing Coordinator at Robin Relph Contemporary Art
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2009
Provided marketing services including website copywriting, article editing and market research.
Freelance Journalist at Self-employed
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2008
Wrote features and reviews for arts and culture magazines in the UK, including The List, Skinny and i-on.
EFL Teacher at Bell International
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2006
Taught English as a Foreign Language to pupils of various ages.
College Lecturer at Langside College
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2004
Lecturer in Psychology, Media Studies and Communications at various levels (A Level, Higher, HND, HNC) for busy further education college.

Education

MA in Creative Writing (Distinction) at Birkbeck College, University of London
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2016
Postgraduate Certificate in Further Education (PGCE) at University of Cardiff
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2002
BA (Hons) Communication & Mass Media at Glasgow Caledonian University
January 1, 1996 - January 1, 2000

Qualifications

Edexcel Examiner in English Language
January 1, 2009 - January 6, 2026
Scottish Qualifications Authority Examiner in Media Studies
January 1, 2007 - January 6, 2026
Cambridge CELTA in Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL)
January 1, 2004 - January 6, 2026

Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services