Anna-Marie Casas
Freelance Journalist, Copywriter, Editor & Content Specialist

Experienced Freelance Editor, Copywriter & Communications Consultant in Essex

 

Based in Colchester, Essex, I’m a freelance editor, copywriter, journalist, and communications professional.

 

With 20 years in journalism and communications, I offer a full suite of strategic writing and content services, including SEO blogs, marketing emails and internal/external communications.

 

I've written and edited numerous publications, spanning both digital and print media, including newspapers, business and consumer magazines, and client communications.

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I've also headed up campaigns for high-profile organisations, including the UK Government's Department for Business and Trade and market-leading health, fitness, wellness and sports operator, David Lloyd Clubs.

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Editorial Background & Qualifications

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As an NCTJ-qualified journalist (National Council for the Training of Journalists), I began my career in local newspapers, progressing from reporter to chief reporter, deputy news editor and sub-editor. This solid editorial foundation honed my eye for accuracy, clarity and compelling storytelling.

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International Editorial Experience

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At leading PR agency Weber Shandwick, I led a team of writers and editors as Managing Editor, delivering high-impact internal and external magazines and newsletters for global clients, including:

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• UK Government – Department for Business & Trade

• British Airports Authority (BAA)

• Visa International

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In-House Communications Leadership

 

At David Lloyd Clubs, UK and Europe leading premier health, fitness, and leisure group, I was PR Manager responsible for:

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• National and regional PR campaigns

• Press office management and crisis communications

• Launching and managing social media channels

• Overseeing charity partnerships and CSR messaging

• Supporting wider brand and marketing strategies

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This role deepened my expertise in corporate and consumer PR and communications, reputation management and brand storytelling.

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Freelance Copywriting & Content Services

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Returning to my journalistic roots, I began writing health, wellness and fitness features for women’s lifestyle magazines and became editor of a national luxury interiors consumer glossy.

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This led me to launching my freelance writing and editing business in 2019, offering professional services to:

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• Businesses of all sizes

• Marketing and PR agencies

• Media and publishing outlets

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Trusted by Leading Brands

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I've delivered content, copy and comms projects for well-known clients including:

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• Frasers Group (retail)

• PHS Group (facilities & hygiene)

• Care UK (care home services)

• East of England Co-op (community retail)

• Birkett Long (solicitors)

• Prostate Cancer UK (charity)

• Westminster City Council (local government)

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Let's Work Together

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If you’re looking for a freelance content/copywriter, editor or communications consultant in Essex, I’d love to hear from you.

 

I offer flexible, fast-turnaround services tailored to your brand’s tone, goals, and audience. Please get in touch!

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Client Testimonials

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 Trusted, Thorough & Timely

 

“Anna-Marie has been a regular contributor with us at ‘Cause since we established the business. We turn to her regularly for a wide range of writing work, from press releases which we know will land with media due to her experience as a journalist, to feature copy for ads, and most regularly, long-form research papers.

 

As someone who is neurodivergent, and struggles to map out complicated data into a multi-stage long-form piece of written work, having Anna-Marie as a trusted resource has been invaluable to us. I know all work will be thorough, correct and timely. Thank you for all you do for us AM!”

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Bethan Davies, Founder

‘Cause

A multi-award winning impact agency

rooted in content and comms 

 

Truly Outstanding Content

 

​"From the off, Anna-Marie really understood what I was looking for in terms of language style and tone of voice, and the quality of her work has been exemplary. I am a massive control freak, who finds it very difficult to let go and delegate, but Anna has been an absolute godsend in picking up the content I send her, and turning it into something magical.

 

Whether it is an email with a load of bullet points, an audio tape, or just a few key messages and a website link, she has been able to knock the information into shape, drafting articles and content that is truly outstanding, and which has required only very minimal changes from my end. Thank you, Anna-Marie ♥ "

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Sue Wilcock, Publishing Editor

UK Director Magazines, SAW Media

 

Deadlines Never Missed

 

"I have commissioned Anna for many years as a writer, and she always provides the required content to an excellent standard. Anna takes time to understand the subject of the content, and provides a professional service which makes her very easy to work with. Whether it’s feature writing, marketing materials or blogs – Anna’s experience ensures deadlines are never missed."

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Clara Perry, Publishing Director

The DS Group

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Highest Standard of Work

 

“I always found Anna to be friendly, approachable, creative and superb for meeting deadlines. Working together on our company magazine, it was hugely reassuring to have someone like Anna to bounce ideas off, formulate plans and produce a high quality product. I always found Anna’s work to be of the highest standard – she was a pleasure to work with.”

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Paul Howe, Marketing Manager

Boydens

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Sparkling & Accurate Copy

 

"Anna delivers sparkling, accurate copy time after time. She's adaptable, writes to brief and maintains excellent attention to detail in every project. During her time writing for Healthy Diet magazine, Anna met each commission with great professionalism and positivity, even when the deadline set was short! It was pleasure to work with her and I'd be delighted to work with her again."

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Naomi Abeykoon, Head of Editorial

Aceville Magazines

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An Asset to Any Organisation

 

"She’s an asset to any organisation, with a work ethic that most struggle to match."

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Huw Davies-Thomas, Openings Director

David Lloyd Clubs

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Clients & Commissions​​​​​