May 7, 2018

Who writes your copy? Spotlight on… Ben Hickey

MAY 2018 NEWSLETTER

Ben Hickey

Ben here – if we haven’t met, I’m a copywriter here at Avion. I work on all kinds of projects across different sectors, from wedding rings to aged care.

Highlights and key projects

During my first year at Avion, I’ve been lucky enough to work on some incredible projects. One highlight was writing the website copy for the CEO Sleepout, a homelessness fundraising campaign run by St Vinnies, and flying to Sydney for one of their strategy workshops.

I’m passionate about emotional wellbeing, so I also love writing blogs for the youth mental health organisation, headspace.

Best thing I’ve learnt while at Avion

Avion has decked out my SEO toolbox and sharpened my ability to always keep the reader front of mind. We have fun here, and I’ve learnt heaps about how to collaborate effectively and integrate different ideas into one piece of content.

Fun facts about me

  • I’ve read tarot cards since I was 16.
  • I’m currently co-writing a play about a human experiment.
  • I make a mean mushroom risotto (the trick is a whole bottle of white wine).

Enjoy the rest of your day, and remember to be kind to yourself.

Till next time!
Ben & the Avion team

PS. The articles below are some of my top picks. I found them all really interesting – check them out!

Content tips and tricks

THE FUTURE IS IMMINENT: 9 DESIGN TRENDS FOR 2018

By Chase Buckley, Medium

Is your business ready for the next wave of UX? A mind-blowing (and slightly scary) vision of what we can expect around the corner.

MARKETING LESSONS LEARNED FROM 16 YEARS OF BUILDING MOZ

By Rand Fishkin, MOZ

Why good content always beats cheap hacks, from one of the best digital marketers in the biz.

FOR MORE MEANINGFUL COPY, THINK LIKE A FICTION WRITER

By Graeme Keeton, Unbounce

Great content tells a story. Here’s how great authors can help you keep your copy on point.

THE LAST DAYS OF REALITY

By Mark Pesce, Meanjin

How does social change how your customers see things? VR, Cambridge Analytica and more – vital reading for your business.

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