Writer’s Statement & Writing Biography
Writer’s Statement:
Presented on this site is a collection of editorial pieces intended to showcase my ability to construct commentaries, observations and analyses in a variation of styles, tones and genres, in an encapsulating and entertaining manner. Popular culture, art and literature are my primary inspirations and through the manipulation of words and tone I aim to challenge, provoke, and inspire discomposure. The pop-culture pieces here presented are characterised by brash statements and observations, satirical commentary, and a quirky personality with a penchant for the macabre. Reviews (book, music, film, event and art), academic discussions and anecdotal recounts also populate my portfolio, making the writing skills I have to offer comprehensive and unique in tone and style. My career goal is to achieve a position as a journalistic writer; freelance or other.
Genres of Writing featured in Portfolio:
*click on the links on the right to see work in each genre
- Personal: Anecdotal articles inspired by my life experiences; written in an an informal style and tone.
- Comment: Academically inclined observations and criticisms constructed in a formal style and tone, as well as colloquial articles that exude a tongue-in-cheek attitude.
- Art
- Event
- Film
- History
- Literature
- London
- Music (Alternative focused)
- Politics (South Africa focused)
- Religion (Christian focused)
- Social
- Culture: Articles pertaining to literature, art, film, television or theatre; written in a formal or informal tone and style.
- Opinion: Subjectively written articles based on my opinions and emotional reactions to specified topics – usually informal in tone and style.
- Pop-Culture: Crass and brash colloquial articles relating to today’s popular culture.
- Reviews: Comments, observations and opinions delivered from an authoritative perspective.
- Album
- Book
- Event
- Film
- Live concert
- Restaurant
My Blogs
An extended portfolio can be found on my blog site, Rantchick.com: an editorial blog that provides social commentary that is provocative, evocative and satirical. The writing style and tone varies according to the context of the editorial, although it should be noted that I am not a big believer in subtlety and my writing reflects this. I am able to cover a variety of styles, tones and content owing my broad knowledge base that is dictated by my South African upbringing and my love for Art, Literature, Music, Films, Pop-culture and just life in general.
BrazenMom is a site dedicated to moms with attitude: moms who love their babies but wish to remain independent and assertive without succumbing to the momness of pastel colours, poofy carry bags, perfume ala baby powder and tracksuit pants. The site aims to keep motherhood real by providing information relevant to moms in an opinionated, satirical, entertaining and completely biased manner. Expect to laugh, cry, anger, and most importantly, VENT, without judgment. The site includes feature stories; product and clothing news, views and information; book reviews; and personal accounts relating to being a mom. It is a forum for discussion, comment and argument, and is a way to learn from the experiences of other moms who wish to share.
Freelance work
http://clinkmusicmagazine.com/
Freelance writing for an alternative music magazine. Content: live concert reviews, album reviews, features
(content is published under the name Rant Chick)