Are you looking for a skilled UX writer who can make sure your microcopy is clear, concise, and on brand?
I can help.
Whether you’re looking for microcopy for a phone app or context-sensitive help in your software, I’ll make sure your content is user-focused.
Now, you’re probably here looking to hire a freelance UX writer. And you’ve noticed that I’m mainly a technical writer. Wait! Don’t jump ship just yet. Because UX writing is actually a subset of technical writing. In fact, every time I have documented software, I’ve provided UX content too. It’s part of the job.
The goals of technical communication, UX writing, and content design are pretty much the same. To provide the user with the information they need, in the right format, at the right time.
Of course, with UX writing there’s an element of copywriting to consider. Tone of voice, brand guidelines, and making sure to promote the benefits so that users are encouraged to use an app. But that’s no problem, I’ve trained and worked as a copywriter too.
Jared Spool, Writers in Tech Podcast, 2019.
How am I going to make sure your UX content works for your audience? By figuring out who they are, what they need from your app, and how they will feel at each stage of the workflow.
Then it’s just a case of creating copy that makes the process clear, using plain English and avoiding unnecessary jargon. Of course, the copy will be on brand too.
To get some portfolio pieces, I’ve taken on the daily UX writing challenge set by https://www.dailyuxwriting.com. I’ll write blog posts about each challenge, but you can see some examples of the microcopy below.
"Craig not only made the help docs more readable and useful, but actually fed back into the product itself. There is no doubt that our software is more user-friendly and intuitive as a result of Craig’s consultancy efforts. We highly recommend him."
Jonathan Wolfson
Director, Adaptable Tools
What if you need a UX writer for microcopy, but also someone to create help pages, user guides, and web content? Don’t worry, I can take care of it all. I’m experienced and trained in many writing disciplines, including technical writing, copywriting, content design, and UX writing. Check out my services page to see everything I can help you with.
If you want me to provide UX writing and work alongside a copywriter, that’s not a problem either. Just let me know what you need.
If you're interested in hiring me as a freelance technical writer, UX writer, content designer or something else, please get in touch.
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