Hire a freelance creative copywriter

and tell the best story you can

For 10+ years I’ve worked with leading creative agencies, big brands, and even better causes. As your freelance creative and copywriter I write everything from complete campaigns to pithy one-liners. I’m here to help you boost your brand, rally supporters behind your cause, and be remembered.

I work with

Advertising Agencies, Production Companies, Design Studios, Charities, Events Agencies, Entrepreneurs and Leaders.

I love to write

Campaigns, TVC and video scripts, ad lines, brand stories, jokes, and names of new products or projects. 

Collaboration

I partner seamlessly, with easy booking, flexible working, and a communicative, open exchange of feedback.

Creative Clarity

I can handle complex briefs, bringing fresh practical solutions, and creating compelling and entertaining stories.

Story Expertise

I bring a wealth of storytelling wisdom to provide support where you need it most, taking the pressure off you.

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I'm a highly skilled scriptwriter with an extensive knowledge of story development, slicker than your average creative who boasts that (I have the classical theatre degree to prove it). I bring a passion and knowledge of storytelling to everything I write.

Selected work

Testimonials

His writing and ideas are completely unique. His background is not of the traditional advertising route and it has enabled his writing and ideas to stay very fresh indeed. Do not hesitate to work with Doug! ”

— Sarah Clift Filmmaker / Creative Director (ex-McCann)

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Doug is a brilliant cross-breed- part strategist, part creative, part producer. He has great ideas and knows how to make them work. He’s funny, positive and a real grafter. And he can really write.”

— Clare Toolan Freelance Strategy Director

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Doug is a fantastic creative and writer, he has a great attitude in tackling complex briefs in a highly effective way. I look forward to working with him again!

— Ben Walker, Snr Campaign Producer Lead, Prime Video, EU

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How I work

Brief

Book a call and we’ll agree on what you need. I’ll give you a quote.

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Write

I’ll work alongside you and your creative team or I’ll go away and write for you.

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Refine

We’ll have a back and forth and make tweaks as we'll bring your story to life.

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