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  • Advice on strategic positioning and long-term communication planning which supports a business’ bottom line

  • Websites and advertising campaigns written with a consistent tone of voice which supports brand values

  • Analysis of effectiveness of existing communications, alternative strategies suggested

  • Projects delivered flexibly and on budget, tight timescales met

  • Tendering processes managed for creative design and photography services, integral design service supplied where appropriate

 

 

 

Splendour of Iran

 

Published by Booth Clibborn Editions in association with Iran University Press, ‘Splendour of Iran’ was the first definitive study of Iran’s cultural history in over seventy years. As Managing Editor, Alex led an international team, working in the UK, Iran and Hong Kong. She oversaw the assimilation of sixty academic contributions and more than one-and-a-half thousand images, as well as commissioning Cambridge University to develop a new transliteration system.

 

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Dome exhibits

 

As Content Editor of ten Dome exhibits, Alex worked with designers and creatives including: IDEO, MET Studio Design, Fletcher Priest Architects, SCS Interactive, Cosgrove Hall Films, Dan Pearson, Thomas Matthews, Bentheim Design, Dumasia Design and Studio Myerscough. Shown here is a sign explaining the ecological planting scheme.

 

 

 

 

The Dome’s publishing portfolio

 

The Dome licensed the creation of a portfolio of thirty official books, working with publishers including Harper Collins, Dorling Kindersley and Booth Clibborn Editions. Alex oversaw the creation of the entire portfolio and was responsible for all Dome-related content.

 

   

‘Constructed’

 

Alex helped artist Gregor Harvie set up and market this solo show held in a former power station off Hoxton Square in London. She also wrote text for his website, helping communicate the thinking behind his abstract paintings to a wider audience.

 

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Kurz Gestaltung

 

Berlin-based designer Carolin Kurz commissioned text for Kurz Gestaltung’s new website which includes brands, identities, publications, catalogues and websites.

 

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Plumes

 

This website was written to appeal to people seeking advice on how to present themselves. Lara Brotherton commissioned copy which was simple and sensitive yet conveyed a sense of style.

 

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The Coastguard

 

The current owners took over The Coastguard Pub & Restaurant eight years ago with a vision to create a relaxed, informal establishment known for its exceptional food and drink. Since then they have won numerous awards and gathered a strong local and national following. Alex has produced copy for them from the start, ranging from press releases and menus to scripts for the chef’s regular radio appearances.

 

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