Rebecca Ragain, writing and marketing services

As a freelance writer, I split my work hours between penning editorial articles for newspapers and magazines, and creating copy for Web sites, brochures and other marketing pieces. I also manage marketing projects such as newsletters and advertising campaigns, on a contract basis. My business is based in Portland, Oregon.

I keep the editorial and marketing branches of my business separate, but I enjoy them equally. Both forms allow me to use my skills to connect with strangers through the medium of words.

For articles, my goal is for readers to walk away with a clearer understanding of the topic, whether I'm outlining the phases of a construction project or describing a choreographer's creative process.

Copywriting for marketing materials requires clarity, too. I love the challenge of distilling the essence of an organization into one paragraph, or crafting a message that speaks to a campaign's intended audience.

E-newsletter classes

One-night-only class February 17!

E-Newsletters for Businesses: Getting Started

Get the information you need to plan and implement a successful e-newsletter program. Relevant for nonprofit organizations and associations, too.

Sign up for the class here!

Wednesday, February 17, 6-9 p.m.

Held at Whole Foods Market Fremont in Portland

Fee: $49

"I have really enjoyed learning from you. You have been extremely helpful and encouraging."

— DJ Rayley, professional dance instructor and choreographer

Articles

Read my articles in the December and January issues of Fresh Cup by visiting the new online version of the magazine.

Several company profiles I wrote were published in the Portland Business Journal's roundup of fastest-growing private companies. 

I reviewed several local restaurants for the Portland Tribune's 2009 Dining Guide.

I contributed a retrospective article about Portland's contemporary dance scene to Just Out's 25th anniversary issue.

Dance Magazine published my article about Portland dance artist Linda K. Johnson's Artist in Residence program.

My feature story about the connection between bikes and coffee made the cover of Fresh Cup.