Tom Shearman
I’ve enjoyed a 30-year career in travel and media writing. Show your business at its best through my writing skills.
My recent projects showcase how my writing talents can bring you success across many fields. (Versión en español más abajo).
I can write books and articles and translate creatively (Spanish-to-English). My complete writing packages zing with energy.
Want search engine rankings and customer engagement? SEO seekers will see ranking success as I skillfully weave keywords into punchy posts.
Prefer irreverence? Podcasters may enjoy Rincon de Tom, my wicked explanations of English idioms (in Spanish) for community radio in Valencia.
(Just some) of what I can do:
Blogs and articles
Spanish-English translations
Books
Ghostwriting
Editing
SEO-rich website content
Keyword research
Reviews
Versión en español
En un presente repleto de ruido mediático y con una audiencia global, las palabras deben estar bien elegidas para que el mensaje llegue al receptor con claridad, sin renunciar al carácter único y especial del discurso.
Distinguirse del resto con elegancia y sencillez: eso es lo que pretenden mis textos y traducciones al inglés. Sus lectores sabrán apreciar la diferencia.
Previous experiences
Creative book translation
(2021-22)
My Spanish-to-English translation of Guillem Balague’s Maradona The Boy. The Rebel. The God was shortlisted for the Football Book of the Year by The Times. And yes, as an England football fan, I endured watching the ‘Hand of God’ goal repeatedly for research.
Page 1-ranked Articles for US Audiences
(2019-present)
Created dozens of original 2,000-word articles for renewable energy and energy-saving companies. Topics include renewable energy, science, Mexican and Spanish cultures, and blockchain.
Translate and SEO-optimise Website
(2021)
Wrote, edited, and translated technical copy for the Adasa waste management company.
Edit Academic Articles for Publication
(2021-present)
Assisted university professors with language selection, structure, and content of their academic articles to make them suitable for publication.
Website and publications at Andean Trails Limited
(2003 – 2019)
Populated and designed three websites, the latest of which saw large rises in enquiries and sales. Planned and produced travel blogs, newsletters and social media posts.
Publishing & Customer Services, NHS Practitioner Services, Scotland
(2001-2003)
Research and write a monthly magazine for Scotland’s dentists, as well as give advice on treatment codes to practitioners.
Freelance reporter at Gloucestershire News Service
(2000-2001)
Senior news journalist for local, national and international press for a freelance agency. Fast-paced, high-pressure, top-quality copy covering a variety of news areas.
Senior reporter at Gloucestershire Echo
(1999-2000)
I covered news, sport, international book and music festivals across Cheltenham and the Cotswolds.
Junior reporter, Gatehead Post
(1997-1999)
Part of a small, community news team providing fresh and incisive angles on local stories for the Gateshead Post, as well as contributing articles and readings at a local volunteer radio station. Won the Best New Journalist (Weekly Publications) in 1998 for ‘Beat the Burglar’ campaign in the North Tyneside Herald & Post,
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