I'm the copywriter and messaging strategist who highlights the
humanity in any communications challenge.
Because everything starts with an audience. Who you’re talking to, what motivates them, where you meet — compelling content begins with a real person, then leads to what makes your brand unique in their eyes.
What I do
I help organizations find what resonates most with their key audiences, then craft just the right message to reach them. I’ve written copy and created messaging strategy for companies of every size, from family businesses to national brands to global tech giants.
Messaging + strategic comms
I help organizations think through what to say before they speak. Whether the conversation is with customers, partners, employees, or another important audience, I drive clear, consistent communications with messaging frameworks, talking points, voice guides, and sales enablement.
Marketing copy
I help brands stay true to themselves and their voice. With a clear focus on what sets a business or product apart, I write sharp, benefit-driven copy that meets B2B or consumer audiences right where they are. I can quickly dial into an established brand voice or push it further.
Longform content
I started my career as a newspaper reporter and remain a journalist at heart. So, I’m ever-curious about big ideas, new technology, and the people at the center of conversation. I reel in readers with meaningful stories about customer successes, deep-dive solution briefs, research-driven whitepapers, content marketing, thought leadership, and more.
What I create
Brochures
Case studies
Creative briefs
E-books
Emails
Event comms
Infographics
Messaging
Packaging copy
Presentations
Sales tools
SEO articles
Signage
Social
Taglines
Videos
Web copy
Whitepapers
Who I’ve helped
ACLU of Oregon
Best Buy
Built Oregon
Coco Moon
Columbia Credit Union
Comcast
Flint Design Co.
Fisher Investments
Greater Portland Inc.
HP Inc.
Kona Brewing
Lensbaby
Literary Arts
Microsoft
MusicPortland
Nancy’s
NW Natural
Port of Portland
Providence Health Plan
PwC
SAP
Seafood Oregon
SeQuential Biofuels
Square Mile Cider
Taurus Power & Controls
Tillamook
Werner Gourmet Meat Snacks
How I work
I’ve learned enough to know there’s always more to learn. That’s why I listen first, ask the right questions early, and communicate often.
With a strong sense of language built on 15+ years spent writing and editing, I bring energy to teams, clarity to complex challenges, and the curiosity of a seasoned reporter to every project.
Nice things people say about me
Don’t just take my word for it. Here’s what a few of my colleagues say about working with me:
“Brian is that rare kind of writer who combines real creative talent with exceptional communication and collaboration.”
— SAP colleague, via LinkedIn
“His unique ability to put a fresh spin on an established brand voice and flexible writing style make him an adept, skillful collaborator.”
— Microsoft colleague, via LinkedIn
Work in the wild
Copy I’ve written, out there living its best life!
