Freelance Writer & Editor

Connecting the dots between people, their stories, and the world.

Wellness | Lifestyle | Travel | Architecture

Step into the quirky, cringeworthy, and laugh-out-loud world of real-life dating.

I’m a Raleigh-based freelance writer and the managing editor of SUCCESS magazine. I’m also the author of THINGS I HEARD WHILE DATING, which captures the shared, often awkward, experience of trying to connect.

Throughout the past decade, I’ve worked on staff at numerous magazines, serving as the senior digital editor of Old House Journal, New Old House, and Period Homes and as the managing editor of Traditional Building. I’m also the former editorial director of Boulder Lifestyle and Cherry Creek Lifestyle.

Whether interviewing Olympians, small business owners, dessert cookbook writers, or world-renowned architects, I’m passionate about spotlighting good people doing remarkable work. Thanks to the time I spent living in Sydney, Australia, my work spans the globe. 

My print work has been published in SUCCESS, Denver Life, Raleigh Magazine, 5280, Log Home Living, and more. At the same time, my digital content has graced websites like Good Housekeeping, Scripps News, InDesignLive, Chicago Health, Don’t Waste Your Money, and Simplemost.

Do you have a project you’d like to chat about? Say hello via email or connect with me on LinkedIn. I love making new friends.

Mover. Shaker. Connector. Creator.

What people are saying

  • "When I worked with Emily, our content strategy changed in a new direction, and she seamlessly kept up with every pivot. She was engaged, asked questions, and continued to pitch ideas that aligned with the new strategy. She hit every deadline (in most cases was early!) and was always open to collaborating and trying new things."

    Stephanie D.

  • "Even with tight deadlines that occur with a monthly publication, Emily's articles and features are always completed and edited on time. The businesses, clients, and individuals interviewed always love working with Emily, and we ask her to take on large or more complicated features."

    Dana L.

  • "She demonstrated an exceptional ability to create compelling, engaging, and high-quality content that resonated with our target audience. Emily consistently met or exceeded project deadlines and delivered work that was of the highest caliber. She worked effectively with both our internal team and external stakeholders to ensure that all copy aligned with our brand voice and message."

    Brian P.

  • "Emily was so delightful to work alongside. She is highly organized, has the best attention to detail, and leads a team with ease even with the tightest deadlines. She is a team player, always looking to find a solution, and will go to lengths to get there. She sets the bar high with her impeccable communication skills and professionalism. It was a true joy to work alongside someone with the same work ethic and determination to work in collaboration with each other and see it through to the finish line."

    Chantel E.

  • "Emily is creative, a phenomenal writer/storyteller, and above all, a loyal and dedicated co-worker/employee, willing to do whatever it takes to get the job done. Outstanding interpersonal skills are among her many assets. She is a critical thinker, a problem solver and a joy to work with. I can, in good conscience, recommend Emily for any writing/storytelling, editing, publishing, content creation, SEO or similar job."

    Edie M.

  • "We worked on many issues of Traditional Building magazine together over a few years. She was an amazing Managing Editor and writer. She was always on top of the materials, and excellent at interpreting what the Editor was trying to convey. She's very reliable, never had to worry about her getting her work in. She's very clever and an excellent problem solver. And add to that, she's so kind and fun and was a joy to work with! You can't go wrong having her join your team or work on a project with you!"

    Mark S.