
As I was once quoted in a news profile: "Words are my life." Which isn't that much of a stretch to describe a career as a journalist, writer and editor, communications professional, teacher, mentor, and creative writer.
Now, I take on select freelance writing and editing projects that call for clear thinking, a strong voice, and careful attention to language.
That's because much of my work begins with a complex subject, extensive research, an interview, or even a rough collection of ideas—and ends with writing that is clear, engaging, accessible, and tailored to the audience.
The result? Writing that sounds like you, says what you mean to say, and connects you with the people you want to reach … accurately, authentically, and artfully.
Would you like to work together? Please contact me:
Andrea is a strong writer (and editor), able to translate the complex into clear, crisp, readable copy.
Susan Welch
Marketing Manager
Accenture
Andrea has always been professional in our dealings and often poignant with her prose. Her work has undoubtedly enriched our pages.
Glenn Wallace
Former North Metro Editor
Colorado Community Media
From a stream of consciousness about a complex subject, Andrea returned a white paper so professional, it blew me away.
Dan Walkovitz
Metagami Vice President of Marketing
CEO, Mainstay Solutions
Clarifying complex ideas for the people you need to reach
White papers, case studies, customer stories, newsletters, website content, corporate/executive and employee communications, reports,
and thought leadership
Coaching writers toward clearer, stronger, more confident writing
Coaching and editing for theses and dissertations, application essays, and other academic writing; developmental editing, organization, argument, clarity, and one-on-one coaching and mentoring
Refining your writing while preserving your voice
Substantive and developmental editing, organization, structure, clarity, voice, as well as line editing for professional, personal, and creative work
Shaping the stories only you can tell
Personal and family histories, memoirs, legacy stories, features, profiles, personal essays, biographies, and ghostwriting
Thought Leadership and Client Stories
Collaborated with senior leaders and cross-functional teams to develop thought leadership, client stories, presentations, training materials, and other communications for global audiences
Global and Change Communications
Managed communications for a global medical-device company during an international acquisition, including communications for employees navigating organizational change
Research and Reporting
Developed content and led research, analysis, and reporting for the IRS, HUD, and Veterans Benefits Administration, including surveys, meeting facilitation, and field testing
Feature Writing
Wrote “The Race Across America—A Truly American Endeavor,” profiling seven days and 3,010 miles of endurance cycling, through long-form journalism and narrative storytelling
Narrative Journalism
Wrote “Storytelling Sustains Caregivers of Wounded Vets,” a feature exploring the human experience behind a difficult and often overlooked subject
Opinion Writing
Wrote a long-running weekly opinion column offering thoughtful commentary, earning first-place Colorado Press Association awards in 2015 and 2023
When I said “Words are my life” in a profile written about me, it rang true: I’ve spent most of my career doing one thing in many different forms—making words work.
I’ve written award-winning newspaper columns and research reports, feature stories and white papers, executive communications and children’s books. I’ve edited everything from complex professional content to personal writing, and I’ve taught and mentored writers working on poetry, essays, academic projects, and dissertations.
My life with words has taken me into journalism, education, corporate and nonprofit communications, government projects, and creative writing. I hold an M.A. in Communication and Education, and my journalism and personal and creative writing have received awards and recognition.
Different subjects. Different audiences. Different forms.
But always words.
Do you have a writing or editing project in mind? I’d love to hear about it.
Drop me a line at A.Doray@AndreaDoray.com.