Polished, ready-to-publish feature articles and custom content writing

Hello! I’m Renee, an Iowa-born, San Francisco-based writer and editor with a journalist’s interviewing skills, a copywriter’s creativity, and strategic storytelling expertise.
I launched my freelance business 18 years ago. For subsequent projects, I’ve tasted my way through Alaska’s breweries, interviewed Sir Richard Branson, crafted ice cream package copy, penned a book chapter about Volkswagen bus owners, and explored five countries on inline skates.
I’ve reported stories for National Geographic Traveler, Sierra, the San Francisco Chronicle, BBC Travel, Via, Zagat, United Hemispheres, American Way, Travel Weekly, and dozens of other outlets.
As a freelance content writer and copywriter, I’ve also worked with companies like Buick, Humana, Google, and Pebble Beach Resorts. My portfolio includes B2B content, profiles, annual reports, newsletters, web copy, and more.

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Journalism and editorial work
for consumer and trade publications
Content writing and brand work
for organizations, nonprofits, and agencies

Journalism and editorial work
for consumer and trade publications

Content writing and brand work
for organizations, nonprofits, and agencies
Recent feature articles and content projects
Pursuits: Santa Barbara, Calif.
Buick B Magazine
Driven By Discovery
Soundscapes on a String
A standout contributor and an absolute pleasure to work with.
– Eric Moya, former destinations editor, Travel Weekly
Renee is that rare reporting and writing powerhouse.
– Katie O’Reilly, adventure and lifestyle editor, Sierra Magazine
One of my go-to luxury lifestyle writers.
– Steven Biller, editorial director, Palm Springs Life