What's it like to work with me?
If I'm telling your story...
“From the moment Jade got in touch, I could sense her warmth. I felt at ease telling her my very personal story. She made me feel like I was talking to a friend. I found it easy to open up to her.”
Alannah Sheehan, Tipperary. We worked together on stories for Chat and The Sun Online (UK).
Alannah is in remission from brain cancer glioblastoma. Find her at @worth_fighting4 or alannahsheehan.com
“Jade is an incredibly talented journalist who took on my HHT story and captured it in such a beautiful and respectful way. Sharing such a personal journey isn’t always easy, but her passionate and empathetic approach made me feel comfortable from the very beginning. I’m incredibly grateful for the care, compassion and professionalism she brought to telling my story.”
Sharon Gregg, from Carrickfergus. We worked together on stories for Chat and the Belfast Telegraph (UK), and That’s Life (Australia)
Sharon has a condition called Hereditary Haemorrhagic Telangiectasia (HHT) and is raising awareness for charity HHT Ireland: https://hhtireland.org
“I really enjoyed working with Jade and felt completely at ease from our first conversation. She took the time to really understand my story – not just the facts, but what was behind it. I appreciated how carefully she listened. Throughout the process Jade was warm, professional and excellent at keeping me updated. She was very clear about what she needed and took the time to check the draft with me to make sure everything was accurate before publication.”
Allison Marlowe, from Hampshire. We worked together to tell her story for Best (UK) and That’s Life (Australia)
Follow Allison on Instagram @sixtyandsage
“Jade approached me after seeing the story of my mid-life reinvention on Instagram. Being interviewed for a magazine was definitely out of my comfort zone, but Jade immediately put me at ease and was so warm, approachable and friendly. She really listened to what I had to say and I was so happy when I saw how she brought my story to life on the page.”
Tracy Acock, from Cornwall. We worked together on a story for Best (UK).
Find Tracy’s coaching business The Wellbeing Wisdom Club at www.wellbeingwisdomclub.com or @thewellbeingwisdomclub
"It was so easy to share my story with Jade, I felt really relaxed during the interviews and she made me aware that I could change anything I wanted to. We got on so well and it was like talking to a friend which made the experience straightforward and uncomplicated."
Sophie Bradbury-Cox, from Northants. We told her story for Chat (UK) and Take5 (Australia)
Sophie campaigns for accessibility rights for people with disabilities. Follow her @fashionbellee
‘Working with Jade is a real treat. From the initial contact we had to seeing the final words in print it was a pleasure to tell my story to Jade and let her interpret it in the way she knows the publications will want to receive it. Jade helps you understand what is required to make your story into a suitable hook for her to pitch to the press and magazines she is very used to working with. I am grateful for the friendship working with Jade has brought - just remember though, she does not choose the publication headlines, they do!’
Tina Boden from North Yorkshire. We worked together on stories for Woman’s Own and Take a Break (UK), and Take 5 (Australia)
Tina is an entrepreneur, businesswoman, campaigner and coach. Find her at www.tinaboden.com or Instagram @mrsbdoeslife
If you're a commissioning editor...
“Jade is an amazing journalist. Her stories are always interesting and skilfully written. She regularly moves me to tears with just a short teaser, such is her eye for detail and emotion. Her copy is sparkling, and always delivered on time. Jade goes the extra mile for her interviewees. She prefers to sit down with them over a cuppa when she can, and she treats each individual story with the respect it deserves. She is filled with empathy, she has an obvious passion for her work, and can be thoroughly trusted in all aspects of journalism. She is a joy to work with.”
Sian Gregory, commissioning editor, Bauer Media (Take a Break, That’s Life, Bella and Yours)
“I’ve worked with Jade since 2021 and continue to be impressed by her hardworking attitude, consistency and creativity. She always brings something relevant for our readership, and copy and images are delivered usually well ahead of deadline. Clean copy, appropriate imagery and stories that get people talking: Jade’s professionalism is worth all its praise.”
Aine Toner, Features editor, Belfast Telegraph/Sunday Life
“Jade is passionate storyteller who goes above and beyond for both the case studies she works with, as well as the publications she writes for. Her writing is warm, witty and always on time. She has a true knack for finding diverse stories and is a pleasure to work with in every sense. If you’re looking for someone to handle your story with care, or a journalist to deliver copy quickly and see the job through from beginning to end, Jade is the woman for the job.”
Amber Mifsud, features & commissioning editor, That’s Life (Australia)
“Jade is very professional and reliable. Her articles are well researched and written to a high standard. It's clear from the results that she gains a rapport with the person she's interviewing and has excellent people skills. She takes initiative to suggest potential articles and is a valued member of our team.”
Karen Scott, commissioning editor, Woodturner/Woodworking Crafts (GMC Media Publications)
“Jade is thorough and efficient as she has consistently produced high-quality work in a timely manner for our magazine. No matter the story or industry she is covering, she writes engaging profiles that accurately capture each member’s story and skills.”
Jonathan Grogan, publisher, GMC Publications
“Any editor commissioning for a consumer publication knows the value of a freelance writer who understands their readership, pitches relevant ideas and can be relied on to deliver well-researched, clean copy on deadline, every time. Beyond that, Jade’s features are warmly told, and she advocates for the people she writes about and the experts she speaks to. I can’t recommend her highly enough.”
Susie Duff, commissioning editor, Breathe magazine (GMC Publications)
"Jade is an absolute pleasure to work with. Not only is she a brilliant journalist who supplies word-perfect copy, she also sources inspiring, thought-provoking features while instinctively understanding what each brand and magazine needs. It’s a rare quality and means she only pitches features that will genuinely work for our publication. On a busy commissioning desk, that is hugely appreciated.
Her writing is second to none. All her pieces are well-researched, warm, moving and enjoyable to read. Jade always ensures that the pictures supplied have been checked and approved for copyright, and are clearly captioned, making our job easier. She really cares about the storytellers she works with, and that’s evident in her writing, as well as in the way she sees her features through from start to finish, advocating for them throughout. Jade is professional, extremely reliable, warm, friendly and witty, too. I cannot recommend her enough and truly value her work.”
Louise Bulgin, commissioning editor at Best magazine (UK)