Writing		Generating features, news, blurbs, brochure material, web copy, reportage, factsheets, reports.
Editing		Copy-editing for grammar, house style, clarity and fluidity.
Rewriting		Reworking copy written by experts, such as policy documents and practical information, to revise the structure, simplify the text and ensure clarity for non-specialist readers.
Co-authoring		Collaborating with practical and policy experts to provide informed but readable copy.
Research		Researching a range of topics, using specialist information provided by clients, the internet, libraries of specialist organisations, and reference collections such as the British Library.
Interviewing		Conducting face-to-face or telephone interviews (either one-to-one or group discussions) for profile articles and features on a range of subjects, and for case studies.
Project management		Overseeing each stage of the publication process, from initial meetings with authors to going to print, including setting schedules, commissioning freelance support, chasing copy and acting as an intermediary between authors, design, marketing and public relations staff.
Magazine editorship		Project managing magazines, working closely with clients and editorial boards to establish target readership, content, style and schedules; commissioning, writing, editing, picture research, fact checking, liaising with authors
Commissioning		Drawing up detailed briefs for editors, proofreaders, copyright permissions editors, indexers, artists, designers and writers, negotiating fees, ensuring deadlines are met and checking quality.
Developing policy		Working closely with in-house communications teams to help draw up house style guides and formulate publishing procedures and processes. Advising on style and functionality of web material.