Internship and Early Post-Grad Work Samples

Copywriting at Gallagher

My first-ever full-time job was at a large insurance brokerage, where I served as a copywriter on a small marketing team. I mostly wrote content articles for Gallagher Affinity, Gallagher’s affinity marketing brand.

Here are the articles of which I am most proud:

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How Associations Can Use Google Ads to Grow Their Memberships

A thought leadership article I “ghostwrote” about how professional member associations can use Google Ads for marketing functions.

 

Millennials and Beyond: Winning Over the Next Generation of Association Members

A thought leadership article I “ghostwrote” about how professional member associations can effectively market to millennials and Gen Z.

 

The Art of Persuasive Engagement

A thought leadership article I “ghostwrote” about how professional member associations can create effective marketing messages.

 

Solidifying Your Retention Strategy as an Insurance Agent

A thought leadership article I “ghostwrote” about how independent insurance agents can retain clients.

 

Selling Life and Health Insurance to Gen Z Clients

A thought leadership article I “ghostwrote” about how independent insurance agents can sell life & health insurance to Gen Z.

 

Using AI For Your Insurance Agency Marketing

A thought leadership article I “ghostwrote” about how independent insurance agents can use AI tools to market their business.

 

Do I Need Cyber Liability Insurance as an Insurance Agent?

A thought leadership article I “ghostwrote” on the importance of cyber liability insurance for independent agents.

 

Freelance Research at Hot In The Kitchen

In September 2024, I did a research project for a St. Louis-based marketing firm for one of their clients.

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Creative Ad Copywriting Work

When I was trying to become a copywriter in college and post-grad, I spent hours trying to create ads that would land me a job at one of my dream ad agencies. While I have changed course and found my true passion in mass transit, I enjoyed this time and believe I developed some important skills and knowledge to effectively advocate for better transit in the U.S.

Here are a couple of the works of which I am most proud and enjoyed creating:


 Billboard Pitch

My portfolio class at the University of Missouri had the chance to pitch billboard ideas for Manhattan Mini Storage.

Up against six other AD/CW pairs, my partner Harper Sinclair and I had one of our ideas was chosen as the winner.

Here’s our winner: