About me

I am writing to apply for the position of Senior Copywriter with Shop Direct which I saw advertised on the Creative Pool website.

I'm a self-confessed shopaholic who loves nothing more than browsing the glossy pages of catalogues and magazines to find that must-have item that's missing from my life. Crafting the words that inspire people to make a purchase from any of Shop Direct's brands would combine my two great passions - shopping and writing.

I have spent four years working for Trinity Mirror, three of which were spent in the commercial features department producing creative copy for advertisers and editorial features including the weekly women's fashion page. I feel that this experience has left me well equipped with skills that allow me to understand different target audiences as I have covered diverse subject areas including property, motors, environmental, leisure and special events.

Although I enjoy my current role as a reporter on the Flintshire Chronicle, I am looking for a fresh challenge and the chance to utilise my creative skills in a consumer driven environment. I have a solid writing background and my experience on the news desk and in the features department has taught me how to turn my hand to all sorts of subject areas. Working to tight deadlines has also been a benefit as I am consistently expected to deliver high quality copy and manage my own workload.

I believe that I am a strong candidate as my communication and organisational skills are of an exemplary standard.

I feel that I would be a suitable candidate for a role with Shop Direct due to my hardworking and conscientious attitude. I have high standards and this combined with my enthusiastic attitude would make me an asset to the team. Working for Shop Direct would be a new challenge for me that I feel I would meet with determination and a passion to succeed.

Thank you for taking the time to consider my application.

Yours sincerely

Kathryn Quayle