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Creating content to bring stories to life

  • $ 60.00 - $ 80.00 / hr
  • Gisborne
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Hi, nice to meet you. I’m Sandra Groves, a content writer working with B2B clients. I help them inform, educate, and inspire their audiences. I have over twenty years of experience in communications/media before specialising in content writing. I started my business First Chapter in 2020.

Before starting the First Chapter, I worked for the Department of Conservation in various roles, where I honed my skills in community relations, communications/media, and public relations.

My qualifications include Diplomas in Public Relations & Communications Management and Human Resource Management. I am currently studying for a degree in communications. Professional development is important to me. I spend time honing my skills and staying current as a member of the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand, the Interpretation Network of New Zealand, and the local Gisborne Chamber of Commerce.

In my business, I have worked on some exciting projects telling stories from heritage trails to nature therapy, co-working spaces, beauty clinics, honey businesses, and community stories, to name but a few.

My areas of expertise include:

  • website content
  • communications/media
  • newsletters
  • articles/stories
  • blogs
  • publications/brochures

I am particularly interested in working with businesses that need help with the above. I offer value and believe that every business is different, so I adapt accordingly. If you’re seeking a dedicated, experienced, and professional communications star, I look forward to hearing from you.

Kind regards

Sandra Groves

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Experience

Content Writer

  •  First Chapter
  •  Feb 2020 - Present

Founder and Content Writer of First Chapter Writing.

I help small businesses, government agencies, community groups, and others to deliver information that is interesting with clarity and a unique style. I am about helping to connect people with the environment for their health ad well-being.

Services: Communications, Content Writing, and Business Support

Website: www.firstchapter.co.nz

Communications Ranger

  •  Department of Conservation
  •  Jul 2009 - Jan 2020

Focus of the role was communications/media working towards achieving the DOC vision. Covered a variety of activities from marketing events, to relationships with local media, working with communities, and delivering communications for a range of media channels.

Personal Assistant

  •  Department of Conservation
  •  Aug 1997 - Mar 2009

Confidential secretarial executive support to Conservator
Support to Senior Management Team
Human Resources
Meeting organization and support

Education

Bachelor of Applied Science (Communication)

  •  Open Polytechnic of New Zealand
  •  Feb 2019 - Present

Learning how to create effective communication channels in and between organisations and the public. This qualification prepares me for a broad range of careers in public relations, communication management, media relations, change and knowledge management, corporate documentation management, and technical communication.

Completed papers to date include: Academic Writing, Writing for the Web, Accessing Information, Technical Writing, Statistical Analysis and Research Methods & Interpretation.

Diploma in Public Relations and Communication Management

  •  Open Polytechnic of New Zealand
  •  Mar 2015 - Nov 2016

This also included the Certificate in Public Relations and Communication Management.

A broad diploma that covered a range of topics to introduce practitioners to public relations and communication management. Papers included: business communication, introduction to public relations, Plain English for Professional Purposes, Reputation Management, Organisational Communication, and Communication Management.

Diploma in Human Resources

  •  Open Polytechnic of New Zealand
  •  Feb 2003 - Dec 2006

A qualification that covered topics to prepare you for working in business and understanding human resources.

Topics included: introduction to commercial law, organisation and management, business communication, computer concepts, human resource management, and employment relations.