I’m an independent journalist and writer currently writing for publications on Medium. I’m a member of the Medium Partner Program and a writer for over 100+ publications. I’m a writer for several of the Top 100 publications on Medium, with over 100 published pieces, and the editor of my own publication. Most notably these publications include Hacker […]
This isn’t a book about a werewolf, in love with a sexy vampire, who rides to wizard school on a dragon. It’s a smorgasbord of short stories and poetry from great Yorkshire writers with nary a whippet or flat cap in sight. Some of them are no longer based in Yorkshire, and others would spit […]
Loneliness and social isolation are silent killers, according to the statistics. Health studies suggest that social isolation is as bad for you as obesity or heart disease and that loneliness can be as damaging to your health as smoking 15 cigarettes a day. We become isolated for many reasons, and loneliness affects all of us […]
Administration and Communications Officer, Time to Shine • Co-led delivery of the Time to Shine project’s communications plan • Developed and produced company Social Media Policy and Communications Strategy • Finance, Administration, Monitoring and Evaluation, Meeting and Event Facilitation • Marketing and Communications, Website and Social Media, eBulletins, Marketing Copy
Creative Support is a high quality provider of person centred social care services for people with learning disabilities, mental health and other needs. As Administrator I provided an efficient and responsive administration and reception service within one of Creative Support’s Leeds offices. My work required regular liaison with professionals, carers, families and a range of […]
“James was a brilliant addition to our team; he transformed our social media into exciting and up-to-date platforms and more than tripled our followers. “James has a huge range of skills that have been tremendously beneficial to Esteem. He has overseen and proofread Newsletter and Press Release content, provided technical advice to our team of […]
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“His enthusiasm, motivation and professionalism are outstanding.” — Robert Robinson, Senior Manager, Homelessness and Complex Needs at Brighton Housing Trust •Assisted with the planning of communications campaigns, and carried out activities to reach campaign goals •Assisted in developing relationships with donors and supporters within the community to increase income for BHT •Researched grant funding opportunities […]
I was the Media Officer for Amnesty International Brighton & Hove Group. This included representing the group at events, campaigning, awareness raising and increasing their exposure across all media, press photography, communications workflow management, subediting and improving the effectiveness of their social media profiles.
James showed superb attention to detail, gained working experience with InDesign and adapted well to the office environment. – Jim Merrett, Deputy Chief Copy Editor, Esquire at Hearst Magazines Subbed, fact-checked, and rewrote copy for January 2013 issue Worked up pieces from raw copy to final proofs, using proofmarks and Adobe InDesign. Learnt the publishing […]
Chief subeditor of Our Voice magazine Subedited magazine pages in print and Adobe InDesign Proofread and marked up copy using proofreaders marks Implemented professional subediting workflow from submission to print Weekly magazine editorial meetings Contributed original articles and regular copy Press photography Sourced images for the magazine Advised on media law and libel issues Rewrote […]
James is a fantastic writer. He worked brilliantly to brief with bags of originality, flair and humour. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him for creative copywriting work — particularly blog contributions. —Alice Reeves, Head of Content, MoneySupermarket Marketing copy for the Local Daily Deals website International holidays, health resorts, extreme sports and Red Letter Days […]
I completed an NCTJ Diploma in Journalism. On this industry-recognised intensive vocational course, I developed an extensive portfolio of work and excelled in all aspects of journalism including Media Law, Reporting, Public Affairs, Production Journalism, Teeline Shorthand, Court Reporting and Business of Magazines. James is a good journalist who worked really hard throughout his NCTJ […]
Blogger and website owner Articles and blog posts about creativity WordPress Web content development Search Engine Optimisation graffiti living is an approach to writing. It encompasses a lot of different writing techniques and exercises, but in general it’s about enabling your creativity, learning to trust […]
Proofreading and transcription of academic books for the blind as a voluntary worker for Royal National Institute of Blind People. Proofreading Transcription Copyediting Marked up copy using proofreaders’ marks www.equality.leeds.ac.uk/rnib-uol-transcription-centre
fabric is a development agency for the arts and creative industries in Bradford district. Its primary role is to strengthen the cultural fabric of the district through a range of advocacy, networking and publication initiatives. I actively engaged with creative industries, arts practitioners and artists. I managed the company website and was responsible for content development, […]
The highlight of the stories collected here is James Garside’s ‘American Policeman.’ A glimpse into the mind of a disturbed man, it’s a well-crafted tale reminiscent of Chris Morris’ darker material. — The Leeds Guide
Member of the editorial team Assessed suitability of manuscripts for publication Worked through the ‘slushpile’ of unsolicited manuscripts Shortlisted and recommended novels and short stories for publication Editing and proofreading manuscripts to publications standard Copyediting Book blurbs Helped organise and promoting book launches Maintained company website Web content development Editorial work Online copywriting Proofreading […]
James is excellent at adapting to new situations, whilst at the same time supporting and getting others involved. His enthusiasm is contagious! — Beccy Stirrup, Yorkshire Art Circus Web content development Copywriting for web and print Marketing research Created effective promotional mail-shots Produced the annual report Created a publications archive Created a membership database Comprehensive […]
