Ever since there have been humans, we have told stories. It’s how we learn who we are, whether as a culture, a community, an individual, or a business. And everyone has a compelling story to tell; the trick is how you tell it.
I work through a variety of approaches and with a range of mediums to help people tell their own stories, whether that’s creating a blog; writing, editing, ghostwriting, or collaborating on a book, article, or script; or working with a journaling practice for creative, personal, and spiritual exploration. Educated as an anthropologist, trained as a journalist with a marketing background, and born a wandering bard, I’m endlessly fascinated by people—who they are, what they do, and why they do it—and love exploring these expressions with others in a number of realms. I am also a visual artist specializing in graphite and ink drawings and am actively seeking collaborators for experiential theatrical productions and food and beverage education events.
With more than 15 years of professional experience in writing and editing, I can help you bring your project to life. I specialize in working with people from underrepresented backgrounds and industries, including the LGBTQIA+, healing arts, food and beverage, and natural medicine communities.
“Most marketing organizations ... have no idea what an editorial process is, and care relatively little about the quality of what they publish. Holly was different; they had a great sense of narrative and a razor-sharp eye for detail, all the while being super fast and sensitive to the story being told. Whatever they were handed, they worked to make it as good as possible, and were always willing to coach and train less experienced writers through their edits. ... Holly merits the highest recommendation I can give.”
To tell your story the right way, you need a professional.
I’m an expert writer, editor, and storyteller with a creative perspective and over 15 years of professional experience. I have a background in freelance journalism; manuscript and proposal writing and editing; playwriting, screenwriting, directing, and production; editorial direction; ghostwriting; and content writing, editing, and marketing, including for major global organizations.
I also have a lifetime of experience with journaling, part of a personal practice that interweaves spiritual exploration, self-inquiry, and storytelling with depth psychology, archetypal exploration, esotericism, and trauma healing modalities. I’m always happy to consult with people who are looking to adopt any of these practices.
I have subject-matter expertise in food and beverage, psychedelics and plant medicine, ethnobotany and anthropology, craft beer, holistic healing, spiritual traditions, and software and technology. However, I am well-versed in a huge range of subjects: from psychology and psi phenomena to neuroscience, history, music, art, and environmental issues to politics and recipe creation. I can work with just about any theme and format, including stage and screen. I am actively seeking collaborators for experiential theater productions and food and beverage education events around the world.
What story inside you is longing to be seen? Send me a message. I offer a free, half-hour consultation to determine if my services are right for you.
Drop me a line.
remote services available anywhere in the world.
hello@bardcreativecontent.com
253.987.6602
Why work with Holly?
I have over 15 years of experience as a freelance writer and editor, in addition to full-time roles as an editorial director, a content marketing manager and the sole editor for a 12-person writing staff. As a self-motivated worker with a proven record of success, I’ll produce the highest-quality work in the shortest possible time frame. Most importantly, however, I bring creativity, passion and a unique perspective that focuses on the people behind the products.
My work has been published in the New York Times Opinionator, Vice, Eater, Whetstone Magazine, DoubleBlind, Psychedelics Today, and James Beard Award-winning publication Good Beer Hunting. Marketing work appears on the Indeed, Upwork, and Cision blogs.
When you work with me, you’ll get expert skills that include:
Feature and article writing
Original visual artwork (primarily ink and graphite) and zine creation/illustration
Scriptwriting and direction for stage and independent film
Manuscript and proposal writing, ghostwriting, collaboration, and editing
Blogging
Marketing and sales copywriting
Copyediting, line editing and substantive editing (including brand guideline adherence and AP Style expertise)
Primary and secondary research, including interviews and case studies
Creating food and beverage descriptions, pairings and recipes
Political and news journalism
Subject-matter expertise in craft beer, food/beverage, marketing and technology
Op-ed and creative writing
SEO-driven marketing content
Email, newsletter and social media content creation
Ghostwriting for C-suite executives
Website copy and staff bios
Online publishing using WordPress and proprietary content management systems
Let's Chat.
Use the form below to contact me regarding your content needs. You can request a la carte or package items, or I can build you a custom quote. I also offer a free, half-hour consultation to determine if my services are right for you.
You may also email or call me directly (info at top and bottom of page).