Experienced digital journalist and e-commerce writer specialising in SEO-led, high-volume content for major national publications. Currently working at Reach PLC, producing up to 10 performance-focused articles daily for The Mirror and OK Magazine across beauty, homeware, and technology. Skilled in writing to tight deadlines and under embargo, creating Discover-optimised pieces around live events, celebrity news, and product launches. Manages the full content lifecycle from research and pitching through SEO optimisation, publishing, performance tracking, and social promotion, with strong editorial judgement and commercial awareness.

Meghan Coon

Experienced digital journalist and e-commerce writer specialising in SEO-led, high-volume content for major national publications. Currently working at Reach PLC, producing up to 10 performance-focused articles daily for The Mirror and OK Magazine across beauty, homeware, and technology. Skilled in writing to tight deadlines and under embargo, creating Discover-optimised pieces around live events, celebrity news, and product launches. Manages the full content lifecycle from research and pitching through SEO optimisation, publishing, performance tracking, and social promotion, with strong editorial judgement and commercial awareness.

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Experienced digital journalist and e-commerce writer specialising in SEO-led, high-volume content for major national publications. Currently working at Reach PLC, producing up to 10 performance-focused articles daily for The Mirror and OK Magazine across beauty, homeware, and technology.

Skilled in writing to tight deadlines and under embargo, creating Discover-optimised pieces around live events, celebrity news, and product launches. Manages the full content lifecycle from research and pitching through SEO optimisation, publishing, performance tracking, and social promotion, with strong editorial judgement and commercial awareness.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Staff Writer at Reach PLC (The Mirror and OK Magazine)
July 1, 2024 - February 28, 2026
Write and publish approximately 10 articles daily across beauty, homeware, and technology. Develop content in collaboration with affiliate retailers, researching trends, monitoring social media, and creating pieces around live events. Adhere to embargoes and tight deadlines to align with news releases and appearances, often covering royal engagements with a quick-turnaround SEO-optimised headline and publish at peak Discover moments. Manage the full content lifecycle, including SEO-optimised headlines, lead text, visuals, publishing, performance tracking, and social promotion; coordinate with editors and brand partners to maximise audience engagement and revenue.
Staff Writer at Reach PLC
July 1, 2024 - February 1, 2026
Write and publish approximately 10 articles daily for The Mirror and OK Magazine (online), focusing on e-commerce content across beauty, homeware, and electronics. Collaborate with affiliate retailers, research trends, monitor social media, and craft SEO-optimised headlines and visuals. Adhere to embargoes and tight deadlines, cover royal appearances, and promote content on social media to drive traffic and engagement. Manage the full content lifecycle, including pitching, publishing, and coordinating with editors.
Staff Writer at By Gamers For Gamers (Videogamer Tech Team)
January 1, 2024 - February 1, 2024
Wrote over 50 articles across long-form guides, how-tos, and breaking news. Worked under embargo, used American English, published via the CMS, and contributed product reviews (e.g., Xbox Series X) based on research and personal opinion.
Staff Writer at Videogamer
January 1, 2024 - February 29, 2024
Wrote over 50 articles across long-form pieces, in-depth guides, and breaking news as part of the Videogamer Tech team. Worked under embargo, published via the CMS, and contributed product reviews and hands-on content based on thorough research and personal analysis (e.g., Xbox Series X).
Staff Writer at Videogamer (By Gamers For Gamers)
January 1, 2024 - February 1, 2024
Wrote over 50 articles across long-form, how-to guides, and breaking news. Worked under embargo, used CMS, and published in American English. Authored reviews and product analyses (e.g., Xbox Series X) combining research with personal insight.
Freelance Journalist at TechRadar
September 1, 2023 - December 1, 2023
Wrote computing-focused articles for the tech department on a freelance basis, handling larger projects with detailed research and product recommendations. Worked under Matt Hanson, publishing content via CMS and delivering timely tech coverage.
Front Of House Supervisor at Royal Fowey Yacht Club
May 1, 2016 - December 1, 2023
Organised documentation, processed client information into spreadsheets, handled money and tills, organised functions and bookings, greeted and served customers, and trained new staff. Led a small team, coordinating daily operations and ensuring smooth guest experiences.

Education

BA (Hons) in Creative Writing at Bath Spa University
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2022
A-Levels at Callywith College
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2019
GCSEs at Fowey River Academy
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2017
BA with Honours in Creative Writing at Bath Spa University
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2022
A-Levels at Callywith College
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2019
GCSEs in Media Studies, English Language, English Literature at Fowey River Academy
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2017
Upper Second Class Honours (BA) in Creative Writing at Bath Spa University
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2022
A-Levels at Callywith College
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2019
GCSEs (including A* in Media Studies; English Language 7; English Literature 9) at Fowey River Academy
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2017
BA (Hons) Creative Writing - Upper Second at Bath Spa University
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2022
A-Level study (Photography/English) at Callywith College
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2019
Secondary education (Media Studies/English) at Fowey River Academy
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2017

Qualifications

Marfield training
January 11, 2030 - February 22, 2026
Amplitude training
January 11, 2030 - February 22, 2026
AHrefs advanced SEO techniques training
January 11, 2030 - February 22, 2026
SEO Training (Marfield, Amplitude, AHrefs)
January 11, 2030 - March 15, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Retail, Consumer Goods, Professional Services, Education, Computers & Electronics, Gaming