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Suzanne Bowness

 

Member profile details

First name
Suzanne
Last name
Bowness
Company Name (Optional)
CodeWord Communications
City / Town
Campbellford
Province / Territory
Ontario
Region
Ontario
Country
Canada
Member Contributions
Get Started Freelancing panel - October 2025
Keywords and Phrases
writer, writing, feature writer, article writer, copywriter, web writer, editor, structural and substantive editing, plain language, copy editing, proofreading, magazine writing, magazine writer, trade magazine writer, newspaper writer, brochures, case studies, white papers, advertising and marketing materials, press releases, annual reports, education writer, technology writer, book reviews, history writer, business writer, travel writer,
Professional Experience
With over 20 years of experience as a writer, editor, and journalist, I help clients create engaging and impactful content that connects with their audiences, boosts their authority, and builds their brand. I am the founder of CodeWord Communications (www.codeword.ca), a company that specializes in longform content, such as articles, blogs, newsletters, magazines, case studies, and website copy. I also teach part-time at Humber College, where I have contributed to the development and launch of the Professional Writing and Communications graduate certificate.

My passion is to uncover and tell the stories of how people and organizations make a difference in the world, whether it be translating complex research for a lay audience, sharing stories that create emotional connections with readers, or showcasing the achievements and impact of various initiatives and projects. I take a journalistic approach to content creation and strategy, digging to find the hidden stories, crafting compelling narratives, and delivering consistent and quality output. I have written for and worked with clients across various sectors and industries, including higher education, government, non-profit, small business, and media. Some of my clients include Carleton University, Algonquin College, CNIB, Ducks Unlimited, and the Globe and Mail.

Visit my portfolio at http://www.suzannebowness.com for some samples of my journalism, or http://www.codeword.ca for my copywriting business. I also offer coaching and workshops to writers and editors at www.feistyfreelancer.com

My latest news is the launch of my new book, The Feisty Freelancer: A Friendly Guide to Visioning, Planning, and Growing Your Writing Business published by Dundurn Press - visit
www.feistyfreelancer.com to find out more!
Education
PhD, English, University of Ottawa
Blog Description
A monthly newsletter with original posts and links curated for communications/marketing types
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