Sarah Townsend
Directory › Sarah Townsend

Sarah Townsend

Pro
Freelance copywriter and editor since 1999. Transforming words from BLAH BLAH to TA-DA.
● Available for work South West

Are your words working hard for you? Or are they more BLAH BLAH than TA-DA?! Make your words work harder, and see better results for your business.

About

🤔 Are you tired of your marketing messages falling flat?

🤔 Do you know what you want to say… but spend hours rewriting, only to find it’s still not right?

🤔 Or maybe you just don't have the time – or the skills – to write clear and compelling copy for your business

I can help.

Hello – I'm Sarah Townsend.

When your words shine, your business thrives.

As a freelance copywriter and copy editor for 25+ years, I write copy that gets you noticed – for all the right reasons.

I offer three core services:

✨ MESSAGING AUDITS

Where the magic starts! I’ll deep-dive your website and wider messaging to identify areas for improvement, and provide an in-depth report jam-packed with practical action points and next steps to help you get to where you want to be.

✨ DOCUMAGIC

Struggling with a strategy doc, mediocre website or an impact report that, well... lacks impact? I transform dull drafts and underperforming documents into sparkling words that get more eyes on your content – and more cash in your bank.

✨ WEBSITE COPYWRITING

Website copy not performing? Words not working hard? My clear, concise and compelling web copy converts casual browsers into paying clients. A well-written website can sell while you sleep – is it time to invest in yours?

YOU SHOULD KNOW...

✏️ My writing helps businesses stand out, while 30+ years of commercial marketing experience – client-side, agency and freelance – makes working with me a breeze.

✏️ As a neurodivergent copywriter and editor I bring original thought, creative problem-solving and a passion for clarity to every project.

✏️ I’ve guested on 90+ podcasts and spoken about human language and freelance life in 50+ live events.

✏️ My bestselling guide to self-employment, Survival Skills for Freelancers, has helped freelancers in 28 countries grow in confidence and tackle the everyday challenges of self-employment.

✏️ My Little Book of Confusables 1 + 2 have chalked up four awards between them. People love them for their fun, memorable spelling tips and their gorgeous design.

✏️ I’m a lifelong nerd, obsessed with words, birds, movies and snapping up bargains at car boot sales and on Vinted.

Ready to make your words work harder? Get in touch!

📧 hello@sarahtownsendeditorial.co.uk

💻 sarahtownsendeditorial.co.uk

💬 DM me to book a FREE 20-minute discovery call

Portfolio

Clear, accessible web copy for an ADHD charity When your readers face challenges with focus and attention, clear copy is a vital part of the support you offer. LinkedIn, brochure and web copy for a mental health trainer When your marketing no longer reflects your success it’s time to breathe new life into your words. I helped a mental health trainer get clear on… Transforming vital university comms and marketing When your documents are no longer fit for purpose, let DocuMagic get them back on track. Monthly copywriting support for an ADHD business founder Life as a neurodivergent founder comes with its challenges: don’t let your marketing be one of them.