David Atkinson

I am an independent media professional, based Chester, UK, with 20 years of experience of working as a jobbing writer for newspapers, magazines and online media.

I know what makes a good story, can always spot a new angle and understand how human interest is key to storytelling. My specialist area of writing are travel, tourism, family, education and men’s issues.

I deliver clean, accurate copy to deadline and always include original quotes from named expert sources. My first non-fiction book, Inside Fatherhood, was published in 2018.

Here’s an example: https://www.atkinsondavid.com/how-a-liverpool-childrens-home-inspired-a-beatles-classic/

• You can hire me to write for your company or brand as a freelance journalist, or as a copywriter. I have previously worked on brochure and web content, and as a guest blogger, primarily for tourist boards and travel companies, such as Visit Wales and Marketing Cheshire.

Here’s an example: https://www.atkinsondavid.com/this-is-wrexham-copywriting-a-time-travel-visit-to-the-ceiriog-valley/

• As a media tutor, I teach modules at university level for undergraduate and postgraduate courses. My specialist area is feature and magazine journalism. I also run independent media-writing workshops for other organisations across Northwest England and North Wales.

Here’s an example: https://www.atkinsondavid.com/how-to-get-into-travel-writing-at-the-chester-literature-festival/

• You can also hire me as a freelance media trainer, helping your company through my experience of print journalism and handling difficult interviews.

• I also work as a tourist guide, combining my passions for travel and storytelling with public, private and corporate tours across my region.

Read more at www.atkinsondavid.com.