HELLO THERE.
I'M ANNA
content expert & strategist
Sydneysider
100% employable, just ask my mum.
What I Do
Apart from the time I balanced an egg on a pin? First and foremost, I'm a lifestyle editor, writer, and content expert.
I'm overly excited about all things lifestyle: be it food and beverage, travel, health, beauty, fitness, home, or fashion. I love the Oxford comma.
I've worked with some of the biggest brands in the world (and some awesome smaller ones) to brainstorm, create, and produce amazing content that gets eyeballs, encourages conversions, and sets the perfect brand tone.
Luckily for me (and you), working for a series of incredible start-ups has prepared me for just about anything content-related, so I'm skilled in budgets, P&L management, social media strategy, contributor management, producing and directing video, client management and team leadership.
I'm all about that sweet spot between brand and content. It's like anchovies on a pizza: the balance needs to be just right, or they have no business working together.
Things I've done
A jumble of native and organic, just the way it should be.
You know you want to know
Custom published cocktail book, edited by me.
Organic content. In collaboration with Fashion Bunker to promote their online styling service as part of a larger, database-building campaign.
In collaboration with Henley's Wholefoods. I planned and produced this video and article myself.
Travel Content
In collaboration with Glasshouse Fragrances to promote their Valentine's Day competition.
C'mon, there's more than coffee shops
Travel Content
Travel Content
Sassy listicles are my bread and butter
Custom published sub-editing work
Organic. Just a bit of fun, really.
Organic content.
The ultimate foodie destination
Organic content. Went viral. What of it?
Stuff people say about me
Kim Barnard
Group Content Director, Urban List
"Anna is, to this day, one of the best hires I have ever made.
Her talent, wit, and work ethic are second to none. She is an exceptional writer with the very rare skill of being able to create content in a way that’s smart and funny, while still being informative."
Sasha Falloon
Production Manger, Explore series
"I have worked with Anna across a number of publications and her work is always on-point according to the brief. No matter how challenging the brief is - she has the ability to craft a piece that is witty and engaging that really speaks to the audience. Anna has a way with words, and it is always a pleasure to work with her."
Ashley Pini
Director, Hip Media
"Anna was an extremely valuable member of the team, able to find an engaging voice determined by her audience. She was adaptable and responsive to opportunities – regularly seeking out content that delivered over and above her remit."
Sally Johnson
Mum
"Despite taking 26 years to learn how to ride a bike, she's a ripper of a kid."
Places I've worked
Not to brag or anything
The Urban List Sydney
Senior Content Marketing Specialist
August 2014 - April 2016
The Urban List is one of the fastest-growing lifestyle platforms in Australia, attracting over 3 million unique viewers a month. It's a curated source of tips and trends introducing readers to the country’s top tier restaurants and retailers; and a coveted digital marketing channel for some of the world’s most recognised lifestyle brands.
River Island
Freelance creative copywriter
August 2016 - December 2016
Full-time freelance assignment for one of The UK’s largest high street retailers. Responsible for writing creative copy for web landing pages, eDMs, blog posts, and SEO. Involved in weekly planning of upcoming content. Also responsible for writing product copy for women’s, men’s, and children’s wear as needed.
Skilled at working at fast pace, taking on new responsibilities as required, and excellent team player.
Freelance
Writer, editor, content strategist
2012 - Present
I work alongside awesome people and brands to create professional and entertaining content for a variety of mediums. Clients include the Explore series, The Australian Waxing Company and Foodora.
Where's my CV?
I thought you'd never ask.
Anna May © 2019