Music Journalists

Ramsay Short

Editor, Journalist, Writer

Ramsay Short is an accomplished BSME-nominated editor, writer, journalist and creative content consultant with extensive experience working in print magazines and newspapers, digital journalism and social media, TV and radio, specialising in travel, politics, lifestyle and culture across Europe and the Middle East. Former and founding Editor-in-Chief of Time Out Beirut and Let's Go with Ryanair; Editorial Director of A Magazine and UltraVilla; Contributing Editor at 71% - The Superyacht Magazine; Editor at HikeToTheMoon.com. MAGAZINES: Condé Nast Traveller US, Tank, Let's Go Magazine, Canvas, Bidoun, The Voice, Bespoke, A Mag, FT Magazine, Time Out, 71% The Superyacht Life Magazine, BA Highlife, Voyager, Impressions, J Magazine, American Way. NEWSPAPERS: The Guardian, The Telegraph, The Independent, The IHT, The National, The Daily Star Beirut, Variety. BOOKS: The Hedonist's Guide Beirut CONSULTING: Gerson Lehman Group DIGITAL: UltraVilla.com, Hiketothemoon.com TELEVISION: No Reservations with Anthony Bourdain - Beirut (2006), No Reservationswith Anthony Bourdain - Back To Beirut (2010), Parts Unknown with Anthony Bourdain - Beirut (2015). Click on the links above for my resumé and my LinkedIn profile. Contact: [email protected]

Alex Ferreira

Culture, Arts & Leisure Editor, Metro Newspaper International

Art editor at Metro Newspaper covering cultural news, social trends, art, music, and literature. Feature writer currently based in South America: features, profiles and interviews. Available for freelance work, contact [email protected]

Bonnie-Clare Simson

Copywriter

Please see: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bonnie-clare-simson-a99a0a31/ for my Resume / C.V I am a 35-year-old copywriter with 7+ years of experience. From my earliest years of education, my innate creativity and enthusiasm for English language, grammar and literature were apparent in my love of writing and reading. Later, I came to appreciate the potential for professional fulfilment that this passion of mine held. In years gone by, all my professional and educational endeavours have served to help me develop expert language, grammar, research, and observational skills – as I have a sharp eye for detail and a highly skilled researcher. Moreover, I am resolute in my drive to continually ugrade my craft and skillset. What’s more, I really feel that my experience and education over the years have made me a very versatile writer, with the ability to think quickly on my feet and take the initiative, intuitively anticpating what's required of me and following instructions alike. I would definitely attribute my ability to maintain self-discipline to my many years of freelancing, which I feel is of utmost importance considering the current work atmosphere and how it's shifting to a preference for remote employees. From competitor analysis and idea generation to creating content strategies to writing blog articles, press releases, video scripts, print ad copy and social media copy on a vast array of topics, I am no stranger to what makes for exceptional copy. As a result, I am very apt at tailoring my copy to be persuasive, never agressively so - rather I prefer a more personable, relatable and authentic approach - in order to build trust and a positive association with the brand. Just as important, I always ensure that my copy is engaging, informative entertaining and provides value to the reader. Naturally, the goal being that of converting leads into loyal customers and maintaining a high standard of copy for current customers by keeping them coming back for more. Furthermore, my software skills include Microsoft Office, Google Analytics, Google Ads and Facebook Ad Manager. As a digital marketing all-rounder, I am continually analysing the ever-evolving online culture and user, which helps me to convey the desired brand image, voice and tone of the company, with a view to attracting the desired target market. I also make a point of always ensuring brand consistency in all communications and content, which is essential for making a company more easily identifiable, familiar, and credible. That said, I am a strong believer in reinventing one's strategy, if the current one is not bringing about optimal results.

Jennifer Woodward

Content Marketing Manager

Using my drive to solve problems and my passion for storytelling to craft powerful content experiences.

Gregory Cartwright

Sub-editor at Pro Mobile Magazine | Content designer in local government | Based in the Black Country, UK

Sng Ler Jun

Journalist

I am a Singapore-based lifestyle writer and a communications undergrad in University Buffalo. I am experienced in photojournalism, and have covered travel, F&B, and entertainment. You can find my works in HYPE & STUFF, SethLui.com and The Travel Intern. I am always hungry for compelling human-interest stories and will probably do whatever it takes to let the voices of unsung heroes (or ordinary people) be heard. If you ever find yourself seeking an extra pair of hands and an innovative mind, or when you look for an experienced writer with a bubbly personality, you may write to me at [email protected]

Leon Horton

Arts and Literature

Leon Horton is a writer, interviewer and editor specialising in arts and literature. His writing has been published by Beatdom Books, International Times, Beat Scene Magazine, Under the Counterculture, Newington Blue Press, Literary Heist, Empty Mirror, Erotic Review and TheGayUK. In January 2019, he became a member of the European Beat Studies Network, an academic community of scholars, writers and artists concerned with studying the Beat Generation literary movement.