Where I’ve worked
I’ve got 9 years’ experience in journalism, content marketing, PR and communications.
Scroll down to take a trip through all the different places I’ve worked, and the different shoes I filled. I’ll talk a little bit about what exactly I did, and what it meant to me.
If you’re looking for specific work samples, you should check out the “What I do best” sections. I’ll link to those pages here whenever it’s relevant.
If you want a more granular breakdown of all these jobs, you should download a copy of my CV.
This list doesn’t include every single odd job, just the best ones.
We’ll go in reverse chronological order.
Ghost Ship Games
Copenhagen, DenmarkAugust 2023 - Present
I’ve just started a new position as Marketing Manager with Ghost Ship Games.
GSG makes my all-time favorite game (Deep Rock Galactic), and I’m over the moon excited to join their team.
Check back soon to see what I’ve been up to since starting.
GSG makes my all-time favorite game (Deep Rock Galactic), and I’m over the moon excited to join their team.
Check back soon to see what I’ve been up to since starting.
Key responsibilities:
- I’ll update this once I’ve worked here a little longer ︎
Famly
Copenhagen, DenmarkJanuary 2020 - July 2023
At Famly, I was the editor of our Early Years Blog, which draws about 200,000 readers each month. Within the
early education sector, our goal is to be the most authoritative free resource for teachers.
When I wasn’t writing or editing articles, I put my storytelling talents to work finding new ways to connect with Famly’s present (and future) customers.
To see some work samples, click on ‘Content marketing.’
early education sector, our goal is to be the most authoritative free resource for teachers.
When I wasn’t writing or editing articles, I put my storytelling talents to work finding new ways to connect with Famly’s present (and future) customers.
To see some work samples, click on ‘Content marketing.’
Key responsibilities:
- Writing a ton of stories
- Managing editorial content plan
- SEO optimization + strategy
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Editing and proofreading
- Copywriting
- Steering the weekly newsletter
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Setting up promotional partnerships
- Video scriptwriting
- Running / hosting webinars
Henning Larsen Architects
Copenhagen, DenmarkAugust 2018 - December 2020
As an intern at Henning Larsen, I managed our press relations efforts, and interviewed architects about why they like to go to work.
I sat down with partners and directors to find story angles that highlighted a building’s architectural value, while also conveying practical everyday appeal.
My press releases were picked up by publications such as Dezeen, Monocle and Fast Company.
For work samples, check out ‘PR/communications.’
I sat down with partners and directors to find story angles that highlighted a building’s architectural value, while also conveying practical everyday appeal.
My press releases were picked up by publications such as Dezeen, Monocle and Fast Company.
For work samples, check out ‘PR/communications.’
Key responsibilities:
- Writing press releases
- Writing branded blog content
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Ghostwriting for people who got paid way more than me
- Storyboarding architectural competition briefs
- Managing PR campaigns
- Managing press inbox
- Danish - English translation
- Content performance analysis via Google Analytics
The Copenhagen Post
Copenhagen, DenmarkMay 2017 - Ongoing
My first reporting job in Copenhagen came with the
CPH Post, the largest English-language newspaper in
Denmark. I started as a features intern, and later became editor of the Arts section.
I still write for the post each summer, leading our coverage of Roskilde Festival.
One time a guy threatened to kill me in the comment section because I gave a Bob Dylan concert a bad review.
Work samples are over in the ‘Journalism’ section.
Denmark. I started as a features intern, and later became editor of the Arts section.
I still write for the post each summer, leading our coverage of Roskilde Festival.
One time a guy threatened to kill me in the comment section because I gave a Bob Dylan concert a bad review.
Work samples are over in the ‘Journalism’ section.
Key responsibilities:
- Article idea brainstorming
- Writing 2-3 weekly articles
- Proofreading and copyediting
- Fact-checking and research
- Interviewing
- Editorial content planning
- Managing uploads and publication on WordPress
- Project management (coordinating annual Roskilde coverage)
Isthmus Publishing
Madison, Wisconsin, USA2016 - 2018
I wrote for Isthmus for several years as a contributing freelance journalist. I’d say this work represents me at my strongest as a news reporter and long-form storyteller.
Three of my stories made the cover of Isthmus, which goes out to a readership of 80,000 eager Wisconsinites every week.
You can read some of my stories in the ‘Journalism’ section.
Three of my stories made the cover of Isthmus, which goes out to a readership of 80,000 eager Wisconsinites every week.
You can read some of my stories in the ‘Journalism’ section.
Key responsibilities:
- Article idea brainstorming
- Long-form storytelling
- Local politics coverage
- Source outreach & interviewing
- Research and fact-checking
- Collaborative editing
Nordic Elite Wrestling
Copenhagen, DenmarkDecember 2021 - Ongoing
This one isn’t a job, but it sure is work.
I co-founded N.E.W. in 2021, after spending 2 years with Copenhagen Championship Wrestling. I genuinely believe pro wrestling to be a beautiful form of performance art, and I’m proud to help grow it here in Copenhagen.
N.E.W. is a creative outlet, but also a big
source of growth in my life. I don’t earn any money doing this, and I don’t really want to. I do it because I love it.
Read more about the wrestling stuff here.
I co-founded N.E.W. in 2021, after spending 2 years with Copenhagen Championship Wrestling. I genuinely believe pro wrestling to be a beautiful form of performance art, and I’m proud to help grow it here in Copenhagen.
N.E.W. is a creative outlet, but also a big
source of growth in my life. I don’t earn any money doing this, and I don’t really want to. I do it because I love it.
Read more about the wrestling stuff here.
Key responsibilities:
- Hosting live shows
- Designing all posters and social media visuals
- Voiceovers and broadcasting
- Press outreach & publicity
- Coordinating external partnerships and promotions
- Personnel management
- Directing crew meetings
- Managing show logistics
The Badger Herald
Madison, Wisconsin, USA2014 - 2018
This humble student newspaper was where I got my start in journalism.
At different times, I was an arts reporter, a section editor, as well as the director of aerial photography.
I held a paid post as the first editor of an experimental section called Banter, which was meant to push us further into fun, easily-shareable digital content.
I was also in charge of giving the motivational speech at our annual softball game.
Some relevant work samples are over in the ‘Journalism’ section.
At different times, I was an arts reporter, a section editor, as well as the director of aerial photography.
I held a paid post as the first editor of an experimental section called Banter, which was meant to push us further into fun, easily-shareable digital content.
I was also in charge of giving the motivational speech at our annual softball game.
Some relevant work samples are over in the ‘Journalism’ section.
Key responsibilities:
- Authoring 3-5 pieces of weekly content
- Reporting long-form feature stories
- Proofreading and copyediting
- Story research and fact-checking
- Managing a team of reporters as a section editor
- Building and planning editorial publication calendar
- Aerial photography as a Part 107 FAA-licensed commercial drone pilot
Commemorative Air Force
Saint Paul, Minnesota, USA2013 - 2015
This was ages ago, but I’m including it because I’m proud of it and it made me happy.
I really love airplanes, so I volunteered with the CAF, which restores and displays old military aircraft. As a museum guide, I was able to share my own passions with just about everybody who came to visit.
You can check out the CAF South St. Paul Wing’s website right here.
I really love airplanes, so I volunteered with the CAF, which restores and displays old military aircraft. As a museum guide, I was able to share my own passions with just about everybody who came to visit.
You can check out the CAF South St. Paul Wing’s website right here.
Key responsibilities:
- Most enthusiastic museum guide
- Designing pamphlets & flyers
- Assisting with restoration of vintage aircraft
- Accompanying aircraft and crew to display during airshows
- Helping set up and engage visitors during said airshows
- Knowing an abnormal amount about the North American B-25J Mitchell
I also worked at two ice cream shops and was a lifeguard as a teenager.
But I feel like people don’t usually put those sorts of things on their websites