Copywriting & Content Strategy

Crafting clear, authentic and SEO-friendly content

Great copy isn’t just about what you say, it’s about who you’re talking to. I take the time to hear and understand what you want to say and identify your audience before crafting messaging that builds connection, authenticity, and trust, turning words into action.

From website content and brand messaging to articles and press releases, I translate complex ideas into clear, compelling narratives that engage the right people. Whether you need a full website refresh, a blog, or a press release that gets noticed, I make sure your message is strategic, engaging, and delivers results.

Why not just use AI?

It’s the elephant in the room, but let’s talk about AI. Writing is about connecting to people, and while AI might be great at telling you how to cook the perfect roast potato, so far it hasn’t mastered the art of listening and, vitally, picking up on anything left unsaid. That’s my speciality – hearing the story you need to tell and finding the best way to tell it so it reaches the people who need to hear it.

Working strategically to bring your words to life

How does it work?

  • Getting to know you & your audience
    I start by identifying who you’re talking to and what they need to hear, making sure your content is authentic, engaging, and effective.

  • Refining your brand voice
    Whether you already have a defined tone or need help shaping one, I’ll make sure your messaging feels consistent, natural, and true to your brand.

  • Planning & SEO strategy
    I’ll structure your content so it flows well, keeps your audience engaged, and is search engine friendly for maximum visibility.

  • Writing & editing
    I’ll craft clear, engaging, and purposeful copy that speaks to your audience and gets results. Then, we’ll refine and tweak until it’s just right.

  • Final review & launch
    Once everything is signed off and polished, we get it out into the world and watch the results roll in! ( and probably have a cup of tea)

Questions?

  1. What types of content do you write?

    I create content including SEO website copy, brand messaging, press releases, articles, features and blogs. If you need words, I can help you to find the right ones!

  2. Do you offer SEO services?

    Yes! While I focus on content creation, I integrate SEO best practices into everything I write, making sure that your content is optimised for visibility and engagement.

  3. Can you help if I already have content but need it refined?

    Absolutely. I offer content audits, brand messaging refinement, and strategic edits to improve clarity, engagement, and SEO performance.

  4. How long does a typical project take?

    It depends on the scope, but I always work efficiently to meet deadlines. We’ll agree a timeline when we start working together so everything goes smoothly.

  5. How do we get started?

    We talk! If you’re in the Exeter area we can meet up over a coffee to talk ideas and see if we’d like to work together. But don’t let location put you off – we can catch up remotely to see if we’re a good fit. I begin with a free consultation to understand what you need and from there, I’ll create a plan to develop the right content strategy for you.

Testimonial

“Ysella is always a safe pair of hands when it comes to website development, science writing and social media campaigns because she’s incredibly knowledgeable and experienced. I had the pleasure of working with her for several years and always appreciated her calm and creative approach to all things comms! ”

Amy Coombe, British Heart Foundation

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