Hi, I'm Samantha, an accomplished perfume journalist and writer with several UK Jasmine Award nominations under my belt. I love crafting engaging content across platforms, whether it's through my own perfume blog, writing newsletters, or co-authoring books. My passion lies in perfumes and fragrances, bringing that world closer to English-speaking audiences. With a strong background in digital marketing and communications, I specialize in social media engagement, content creation, and managing global client portfolios. Outside of my professional life, I enjoy language learning, wild swimming, and creative writing.…

Samantha Scriven

Hi, I'm Samantha, an accomplished perfume journalist and writer with several UK Jasmine Award nominations under my belt. I love crafting engaging content across platforms, whether it's through my own perfume blog, writing newsletters, or co-authoring books. My passion lies in perfumes and fragrances, bringing that world closer to English-speaking audiences. With a strong background in digital marketing and communications, I specialize in social media engagement, content creation, and managing global client portfolios. Outside of my professional life, I enjoy language learning, wild swimming, and creative writing.…

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Hi, I’m Samantha, an accomplished perfume journalist and writer with several UK Jasmine Award nominations under my belt. I love crafting engaging content across platforms, whether it’s through my own perfume blog, writing newsletters, or co-authoring books. My passion lies in perfumes and fragrances, bringing that world closer to English-speaking audiences.

With a strong background in digital marketing and communications, I specialize in social media engagement, content creation, and managing global client portfolios. Outside of my professional life, I enjoy language learning, wild swimming, and creative writing.

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Skills

Experience Level

Copywriting
Expert
Canva
Expert
Microsoft Word
Expert
Social Media Design
Expert
Mailchimp
Intermediate
CRM
Intermediate
Email Marketing
Intermediate
Microsoft Excel
Intermediate
Microsoft Powerpoint
Intermediate
GIF
Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent
French
Intermediate
German
Intermediate
Welsh
Beginner

Work Experience

UK Communications Officer at Le Jardin Retrouvé, Paris (remote)
January 31, 2023 - July 20, 2025
Drove engagement and increased social media followers on Twitter and Facebook. Managed Facebook Group and Twitter account. Collaborated on CRM strategy, planned and delivered B2C and B2B newsletters using Shopimind and Mailchimp to boost click rates and sales. Planned and implemented global product launches. Managed awards entries to increase exposure.
Proofreader at Excelerate Technology
April 1, 2022 - Present
Proofread and advised on multimillion-pound bid documents for a major utility company, focusing on tone of voice, structure, grammar, content, and approach.
UK Copywriter at Swiss Arabian Perfumes, UAE
October 1, 2018 - Present
Wrote persuasive product descriptions, packaging blurbs, and brochures based on technical client briefs. Helped translate bakhoors, perfumes, and oils to the English-speaking market through fresh content for many sold units annually.
Digital Marketing Manager (Part-Time) at Graham H Miller, Cardiff based crime novelist, UK
January 1, 2018 - Present
Increased Twitter followers by 365% and Facebook followers by 120% through managing brand visibility with mockup shots, gifs, and images. Increased cross-platform coverage leading to interviews and digital press coverage.
Copywriter at HUMOS, Reading, UK
January 1, 2018 - Present
Transformed owner's brief into engaging website copy. Conceived and implemented information boards for successful exhibitions. Rewrote website content to improve engagement, visibility, and revenue.

Education

BA (Hons) English at University of Exeter
October 3, 1988 - July 20, 1991

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Consumer Goods, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Retail, Travel & Hospitality
    paper Social media management for crime writer Graham H Miller

    Daily posts on Facebook and X with mock up graphics, testimonials and CTA links. Different voices for different platforms: Facebook and Instagram have separate formats for different demographics. Meta business suite and Tweet deck (X-deck?) used for scheduling and insights. Collaboration with Crime Cymru and Gwyl Crime Cymru Fest. Engagement driven according to season, book meets, trends and current affairs. Community manager: answers feedback and dialogue using author’s voice.