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James Wagman Architects, LLC

"Thanks again for all your help in getting our website together.  I think it came out really well, and everyone I’ve spoken to about it really likes the text.  I think it does a lot to differentiate our site and make it stand out from those of similar firms." --Adam Cohen of James Wagman, LLC

The architecture firm of James Wagman, LLC was in the process of relaunching their website when they brought me in to write copy for the bio and portfolio pages, eventually asking me to write marketing email and snail mail postcard copy.

Hip Chick Music

Hip Chick Music is a hot new music label and web community created exclusively for female artists by award-winning musician Elise Lebec. I was hired to draft a killer press release to announce the launch of HCM as well as an 'About Us' page and email that would explain the powerful concept behind the label and encourage artists to audition. The site launched last month and is already generating buzz in the industry.

WeGoBridal

I "penned" three Fashion & Beauty advice articles for a cheeky, irreverent new bridal site's launch: "Mom's the Word" (tips for helping mothers of the bride & groom look their best), "You've Got Male" (finding the killer tux), and "Orchestrate the Perfect Match" (the key to creating your total look).

Perfectmatch.com

Perfectmatch.com, an online dating and relationship service, initially approached me in 2005 to write all new site copy for their 2005 relaunch. In the subsequent months I wrote email newsletters, People and Entertainment Weekly print ads, banner ads, and google ads. I also collaborated with them on a 60 second television ad and wrote the script for a product placement in the movie License to Wed starring Robin Williams and Mandy Moore.

Blogs & Social Networking

I created and maintain these Blogs, Facebook, and Twitter pages:

The Fashion Club Daily Blog (Fashion, Pop Culture, Style, Design)
The FIDM Magazine Blog (Education, Alumni, Fashion, Community)
Fasttrack to FIDM Blog (Education)
KimSaid Blogs (Personal, Books, Style)
Romancing the Tome (Book-to-Film Adaptations)
FIDM Facebook Page
Personal Twitter
FIDM Twitter

Packages & Rates

HOURLY RATE
My hourly rate is $100. For hourly projects I will provide an Estimate that includes revision rounds. A 25% deposit is required on all projects over $200.

ARTICLE RATE
$1 per word

PACKAGES
The following packages can be modified depending on the specifics of the particular project.

A 25% deposit is required on all packages.

Package 1: About Us/Bio Page or Press Release
I will review any material you provide about you/your company and conduct a personal interview with you for additional insight.
$300

Package 2: Brochure, Newsletter, or other Collateral
I will write the copy for your brochure, newsletter, or other collateral using your assets such as logos, taglines, etc. 
$600 copy only
$1500 copy and design

Package 4: Blog/Facebook Creation, Mini
I will set up a simple blog, Twitter, or Facebook page with content that is unique to your company. I can also help maintain your blog/Facebook page for additional fees depending on the project's scope.
$400

Package 5: Blog/Facebook Creation, Maxi
I will hire a designer to create a unique template design for your blog and I will put together the initial content to launch the blog. I can also help maintain your blog/Facebook/Twitter page for additional fees depending on the project's scope.
$800

Package 6: Website Copy Only/Small Website
2-5 pages
I will write the copy for your small website. This could include, but is not limited to your Home, About, or  pages, etc.
$900

Package 7:  Website Copy Only/Medium Website
5-10 pages
I will write the copy for your website which may include Case Studies or eCommerce, or a blog, for example.
$1,800

Package 8: Website Setup, Design, & Copy/Small Website
I will work with one of my freelance designers to create a 5-10 page website for you. In the initial creative presentation, I will present 3 creative concepts and a creative brief. There will be two additional creative rounds for approval before site build out.
$2500
*web hosting charges billed directly to client

Package 9: Website Setup, Design, & Copy/Medium Website
I will work with one of my freelance designers to create a 10-15 page website for you. In the initial creative presentation I will present 3 creative concepts and a creative brief. There will be two additional creative rounds for approval before site build out.
$3500
*web hosting charges billed directly to client

Elle Magazine Book Reviews

I wrote three book reviews for Elle Magazine. My review of an Anne Tyler novel was later excerpted in the publisher's full-page ad in The New York Times. Elle Magazine book review [PDF].

Gabrielle Morgan, Graphic Designer

After a short phone chat with Gabrielle Morgan, a Graphic Designer based in Portland, I wrote the first-person biography for her online portfolio. The goal was to give prospective clients and potential employers a sense of Gabrielle's personality and work ethic.

[Excerpt: My first week on the job as a bike messenger in San Francisco, I crashed and ended up in the emergency room with a concussion. I got back on my bike and rode for another six years. I've always been good at overcoming obstacles, sticking with things, and searching for solutions. Some might call me stubborn, but I like to say I have tenacity.]

Our Services

kimsaid at work provides the following creative services:

* Web and Magazine Articles/Content
* Blog and MySpace Creation and Maintenance
* Website and Print Copy
* Bio/About Page Copy
* Website Design and Implementation
* Press Releases, Newsletters, and other Collateral
* Promotional Pieces (business cards, blog banners, brochures)

* Plus: Creative ideas for launching your business and your brand

Please see Packages for more specifics, including rates.

Carrie Zack Events

Carrie Zack is a successful Los Angeles-based Event Planner who hired me to write the copy for the launch of her new business. I needed to develop a professional tone that conveyed Carrie's uniquely upbeat, generous, and detail-oriented approach to event planning. She has since expanded her company and been featured in In Style Weddings and Bride & Bloom.