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Carly Hall-Simms

The friendly freelance copywriter in Yorkshire

You Need Words, I love them, so let me connect you with your customers through sh*t hot copy and digital content that converts. I'm the experienced freelance copywriter your business deserves.

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Hi, I’m glad you’re here.

To be completely honest with you, you’ve stumbled across the best freelance copywriter in Yorkshire (ok, that’s in my dad’s opinion, but he’s right you know!).

Given that you’re on this page, chances are You Need Words, and lucky for you words are my superpower.

But why do you need a freelance copywriter?

I’m here to help you tell your story in the right voice with the right copy.

To captivate an audience and persuade them to act, copy must do these three things:

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Get to the point

2

Solve their problem

3

Make them feel something

Level up your copy game

Forget using complicated language or jargon that no one understands. Let's keep it simple. Sparking an emotional connection with your readers, listeners, viewers and browsers will grab and hold their attention, and offering a solution is what will drive them to act.

I can connect you directly with your customers by making you interesting and relevant. So, if you want to stand out from the crowd, you've come to the right place.

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What I can do for you

Whatever copy you need, I'm here to get it right. Words are my forte, so let me get your personality across, make your audience feel something and persuade them to do what you want. If you can't find the copywriting service you were looking for, get in touch. I'm almost certain I can help you.

Tone of Voice Copywriting

Want your brand to stand out from the crowd? Let me help you set a memorable tone of voice to get your brand message out there.

Brand Storytelling

Need a compelling brand story that connects your values with the hearts and minds of your target customer? I am the brand storyteller for you.

Creative Copywriting

Need compelling copy that packs a punch and delivers results? I’m the strategic conversion copywriter for you.

SEO Website Copywriting

Want to turn visitors into customers? Let me help you with human website content with an SEO-friendly edge.

Social Media Copywriting and Management

Want to connect directly with your customers on social media? From engaging posts and compelling captions to personal brand bios with a buzz, I’ve got you.

Headlines and Straplines

Need a killer headline or a memorable strapline for your brand? Let me help you stand out and make a statement.

Blog Posts and Articles

Need an SEO-friendly blog post or article writer that will answer your audiences’ problems and help you rank higher on Google? Let me help you with content.

Product Descriptions

Want your product copy to sound irresistible and be SEO-friendly? Let me help you inject desire into your descriptions and sell your stuff.

Email Copywriting

Need a standout subject line or a killer call to action? I am a direct response copywriter who writes for results. Let me help you convert.

Radio and TV Advertising Copywriting

Need engaging advert copy that stops people in their tracks? You got it. With 15 years’ experience, let me make your audience feel something.

Mobile App and UX Copywriting

Want your users to keep on tapping? For the ultimate UX, I am the mobile app copywriter for you. Let me help captivate your audience.

Proofreading and Copy Editing

Want your copy to sound polished? Whether you need help with tone, flow or grammar, I’m the extra pair of eyes ready to make those finishing touches.

Blog posts worth a read

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ADHD Doesn’t Mean You Can’t Be Successful (But You’ll Have To Try Harder)

by Carly Hall-Simms about 5 hours ago

You can be successful if you have ADHD, but it might take longer to get there. Here’s how it’s played out in my life so far…

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Why Do I Need A Freelance Copywriter?

by Carly Hall-Simms almost 2 years ago

Want to know why you need a freelance copywriter? Read this blog to find out how hiring one will bring your business to life and make you stand out from the crowd.

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Why Me

Well, apart from being the best freelance copywriter in Yorkshire (or so I’ve heard), I’m a down-to-earth, normal(ish) human being who loves a good laugh and wants to help you grow your business.

My job is to take your brief, then take your brand to the next level. Whether that’s helping you define your tone of voice or providing you with compelling copy that converts, I’m here for it.

In my 15 years of copywriting, I’ve written for hundreds of different brands, giving me a wealth of knowledge and experience across many industries. This means I’m versatile. I change my tone of voice more often than I kiss my dog (and I really, really love him!).

Here are 3 more reasons why you should work with me:

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I'm easy to work with, and I give a sh*t about what I do, and about you too.

2

I'm a perfectionist, so you'll get what you asked for, on time, every time.

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I write copy that makes people act, and that's the end goal, isn't it?

I'm Carly, the best copywriter in Yorkshire!

Ready to bring your business to life?

Let's chat over a cuppa and connect you with your people.

Here's how I work: we'll have a quick discovery call so I can understand your wants, needs and scope of the project (and you can suss me the hell out), I'll send you a quote, take a full brief, then… we take over the world. *Insert wicked laugh*

But seriously, it couldn't be an easier process.

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My latest work

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Product Description Copywriting - Luxury Flooring

Want behind-the-scenes access to how I created a series of inspiring product names and descriptions for a luxury flooring brand? Click here.

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Mobile Application Copywriting - Get Ink

Want a sneak peek into how I defined the perfect tone of voice and wrote SEO-friendly website copy for a brand new tattooist app? Click here.

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What people are saying

  • "Carly's positive, accommodating attitude made her a real pleasure to work with. She helped us meet some tight deadlines and delivered top-notch work. She even went the extra mile to help organise other elements of our project. Would highly recommend and would gladly work together again."

    Max Kurasinski - Head of Marketing, Luxury Flooring and Furnishings

  • "Carly is a such a complete joy and has creativity running through her DNA. She is diligent, good humoured and always willing to go the extra mile to deliver to even the trickiest of briefs. Carly's creativity is one in a million, she really listens to her clients and her writing is spectacular. I simply couldn't recommend her enough."

    Laura Busson, Commissioning Executive, BBC Radio 2

  • "Carly is so easy to work with. She is super friendly, professional and makes even the most complicated tasks seem so natural. The tone of voice throughout the copy was spot on - we loved it. I would definitely recommend and will be back for more work in the future!"

    Nathan Green, Owner, Get Ink

  • "I've worked with Carly many times, but I took a particular brief to a new level by asking if we could create a week-long radio drama about the impact of drinking. The end product completely exceeded my expectations. I would happily work with Carly again, she always does a first class job for her clients."

    Shak Rafiq, Strategic Communications & Stakeholder Engagement Lead, NHS

  • "I've worked with Carly for many years, and she's been a real asset to our clients at ClearWave. As a writer, Carly brings an exceptional level of experience and creativity that we need at ClearWave, to help engage with both our clients and customers. I cannot recommend Carly enough if you're looking for a copywriter with the skill, originality, and professionalism, then she definitely fits the bill!"

    Graham Hellis, Owner, Clearwave Productions

  • "Carly's positive, accommodating attitude made her a real pleasure to work with. She helped us meet some tight deadlines and delivered top-notch work. She even went the extra mile to help organise other elements of our project. Would highly recommend and would gladly work together again."

    Max Kurasinski - Head of Marketing, Luxury Flooring and Furnishings

My Experience

After completing a degree in media, I worked as a copywriter in PR and Press, then settled in Radio, becoming a Creative Director for a group of radio stations across the UK. In 2021 I decided to embrace the freelance life and I’ve never looked back.

Collaborating with brands whose values align with mine; my clients range from small start-ups and one-person web developers to national brands and media agencies.

Working from my home office in Yorkshire gives me the freedom to be creative and the flexibility to be on hand to produce first class work for lovely clients like you.

With over 15 years under my belt, I've written for many sectors, so I'm adaptable. Whoever you are, whatever you stand for, I can give you the copy you need.