Barbara Harrison
Chorleywood,United Kingdom
Summary
Versatile content creator specialising in copywriting, blogging, and web development. Expertise in keyword optimisation and style adaptation to boost audience engagement. Proficient in proofreading and editing, ensuring high-quality content delivery. Strong grasp of technology trends informs effective content strategies, driving impactful communication in digital environments.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
15
15
years of post-secondary education
Work history
M&A Copywriter and Research Analyst
Logan Gray International
Chorleywood, Hertfordshire
2025.05 - 2025.09
- Conducted online research about various companies.
- Confirmed contact details for decision makers.
- Called decision makers as per prepared list and information required.
- Added decision makers and companies to HubSpot.
- Updated company spreadsheet with relevant information.
- Emailed decision makers if necessary and passed on all pertinent information to the Managing Partner.
- Maintained company style guide across all written communications ensuring a consistent voice.
Online English Teacher
Amazing Talker
Pretoria, South Africa
2020.07 - 2020.12
- Delivered personalised lessons for children requiring English as a second language - ages 6 to 8.
- Managed online classroom effectively, ensuring a positive and supportive environment.
- Implemented new learning strategies in the virtual classroom for enhanced comprehension.
- Facilitated lively, interactive online English classes for international students.
- Utilised effective questioning techniques during lessons to check for understanding.
- Conducted periodic assessments to measure student's understanding of the subject matter.
- Provided consistent feedback to help students improve their language skills.
- Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to individual student needs.
- Engaged parents in regular communication about their child's progress and areas for improvement.
Office Assistant
CDD
Centurion, South Africa
2015.11 - 2016.03
- Created and maintained websites and social media.
- Organised and managed files.
- Expedited document processing to enhance office productivity.
- Typing of documents and other general office duties.
- Performed general administrative tasks such as photocopying, faxing and mailing; ensured smooth day-to-day functioning of the office.
Temporary Office Assistant
Penrisk Insurance Brokers
Centurion, South Africa
2011.03 - 2011.12
- Balanced payments with invoices sent out for previous year.
- Printed and filed missing invoices.
- Attended to insurance claims by reading and responding to emails timeously.
- Confirmed all necessary documentation received for various insurance claims.
- Met with Claim Advisor monthly.
- Handled confidential documents discreetly, upholding company policy and confidentiality codes at all times.
- Expedited document processing to enhance office productivity.
- Delivered exceptional customer service, resulting in high client satisfaction rates.
- Provided clerical support to multiple departments, enhancing overall business operations.
- Improved office efficiency by organising and managing files.
Carer
Consultus
Tonbridge, Kent
2010.05 - 2010.09
- Managed patient care according to individual needs of each client.
- Ensured prescriptions were filled timeously and medication given to patient as per individual schedule.
- Accompanied clients to doctors and other appointments.
- Recorded patient information, guaranteeing accurate tracking of medical history and treatment plans.
- Encouraged social interaction for improved mental health.
- Some clients also required assistance with personal care, such as bathing and dressing.
- Some clients needed meals cooked and cleaning to be done.
- Responded swiftly to emergency situations, protecting patient well-being.
Secretary
Irene School of Garden Design
Centurion, South Africa
2008.01 - 2009.12
- Receptionist duties including receiving and making calls.
- General Secretarial duties including typing, filing and preparation of course documents (printing and collating).
- Scheduled appointments for landscaping courses with lecturers.
- Updating of website with courses, schedules and new content.
- Facilitated efficient communication by managing correspondence via email.
- Improved client relationships through professional telephone etiquette.
- Coordinated events that resulted in positive company exposure.
Temporary Positions
Various
Springs, South Africa
2002.04 - 2008.01
- Freelance Typesetting and Secretarial positions.
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Secretary
Springs Girls' High School
Springs, South Africa
1997.11 - 2002.04
- Reception and General Secretarial duties.
- Typing examination documents for teachers to present to students.
- Collated and captured students' marks.
- Printed school reports for all scholars.
Education
Certificate of Higher Education - Public Relations
Damelin
South Africa 2001.10 - 2001.11
Certificate of Higher Education - Variety of computer, training and public relations courses
Berthold/Punchline/FEI/Institute of Personnel Management
South Africa 1984.01 - 1997.12
Diploma of Higher Education - Secretarial Diploma
Kelly Greenoaks
Johannesburg 1980.01 - 1980.11
Skills
- Copywriting proficiency
- Keyword optimisation
- Editing and review
- Blog post creation
- Content creation
- Ghostwriting
- Blogging
- Technology expertise
- Proofreading capability
- Adaptability in style
- Articulate communications
- Communication proficiency
Affiliations
- Diamond painting, crochet, knitting and sewing.
Timeline
M&A Copywriter and Research Analyst
Logan Gray International
2025.05 - 2025.09
Online English Teacher
Amazing Talker
2020.07 - 2020.12
Office Assistant
CDD
2015.11 - 2016.03
Temporary Office Assistant
Penrisk Insurance Brokers
2011.03 - 2011.12
Carer
Consultus
2010.05 - 2010.09
Secretary
Irene School of Garden Design
2008.01 - 2009.12
Temporary Positions
Various
2002.04 - 2008.01
Certificate of Higher Education - Public Relations
Damelin
2001.10 - 2001.11
Secretary
Springs Girls' High School
1997.11 - 2002.04
Certificate of Higher Education - Variety of computer, training and public relations courses
Berthold/Punchline/FEI/Institute of Personnel Management
1984.01 - 1997.12
Diploma of Higher Education - Secretarial Diploma
Kelly Greenoaks
1980.01 - 1980.11