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Philippa Hammond, editor, content writer and translator

Transforming texts for charities, non-profits and social impact organisations

I’m in my element when I’m helping my clients use words to inform, influence and generally do good things.

I gained practical insight into how international organisations communicate from my years working in-house. I know that organisations with smaller budgets and smaller teams can struggle to get their message across effectively and I love helping them to do that.

I focus on impact, clarity and readership. I promise not to lecture you about grammar rules.

My fluency in French, Spanish, and Portuguese enables me to work sensitively with multilingual writers.

Being a good listener means I’ll ensure we are always on the same page.

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We’d be a great fit if you...

✔ Are a charity, non-profit, company or public body with an important message to share

✔ Have limited or no in-house editorial, writing or translation capacity

✔ Care about your content being clear, accurate and genuinely accessible to your audience

✔ Want a reliable, dedicated partner rather than a revolving door of subcontractors

✔ Are working on feature articles, educational materials, evaluation reports or press releases (or similar)

✔ Value getting a straightforward return on your investment.

What guides my work

Here’s what you can expect from working together, starting with the values that shape everything I do.

  • Accessibility

    Language that is inclusive, so that nobody feels shut out or ignored. This applies to documents’ layout and formatting, too.

  • Clarity

    I believe clear communication that follows Plain English principles is the best way of building trust and authority.

  • Empathy

    I’m a quiet thinker who likes to listen and understand the needs of others.

  • Flexibility

    Once we’ve established what you truly need, I’ll offer customised options to suit you.

  • Courtesy

    My clients tell me I’m nice to work with. I believe that courtesy is the most important element in business..

‘Philippa consistently delivers high-quality copy that exceeds expectations and is also proficient in using multiple CAT tools, making her an incredibly efficient and effective translator. What stands out the most about Philippa is her dedication to meeting deadlines and always going the extra mile.’

— Luciano Monteiro, Team Lead for EU Projects

‘It has been a pleasure to work with someone as conscientious as you are!’

— Michèle Nardini, Lingua T s.c.r.l.

Clarifying content since 2004

I started my own business to help organisations like yours when you have no in-house capacity or lack specific expertise.

I've read more than my share of dull, robotic writing (in translations and in original copy alike) and I'm on a mission to replace it with something clearer and more human.

Trusting your content to someone else can be daunting, especially when you need a straightforward return on your investment. With my MA in Translation and Linguistics, 20+ years of experience and CIEP training and credentials, you’re in safe hands.

My clients say they like working with me because they know they can trust me.

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Ready to discuss your next project?

After you make an enquiry, I’ll get back to you within 48 hours (usually sooner) with a proposal and/or cost estimate.

Once we’ve agreed the scope of the project, I do the editorial heavy lifting so you don’t have to.

Your words will work the way you need them to.

 
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