Journalism
Whether for a small blog or a national magazine, I approach writing with a genuine curiosity for where the internet is taking us and how it is transforming business, marketing, media and even social behaviour.
I hope my writing goes beyond the surface to expose the issues, opportunities and ethical considerations beneath.
Achievements
- Awarded Best New Journalist 2008 at the Sun Microsystems Lizzie Awards
- Recognised by B&T Magazine as the #6 marketing blogger in Australia
- Awarded the Gold Moggie for Best Australian Marketing Post 2008
- Monthly articles in Nett Magazine
- Regular participation on panels as an authority in online presence
You can also review some of my work through the links on the right or by visiting my blog.
I am available for articles, blog posts and copywriting services outside of work hours. Please send all enquiries to jonathan@jonathancrossfield.com.
CopyWrite: Recent Entries
- How Ghost Stories Work
A few nights ago, I made the mistake of rereading Charles Dickens' 'The Signal-Man' in bed. Bad, baaaaad idea. It's long been my favourite ghost story - and the BBC adaptation one of my favourite short slabs of telly - but even knowing every story beat in the tale didn't protect me from that growing unease and dread.
…- The 35 year comic book cliffhanger
As a young boy, I loved visiting the newsagent. Whenever I was taken out shopping in Stockport, instead of asking to visit the toy or sweet shops, I would pester until I was allowed into WH Smiths. That big two-level store was bliss to me - more books and comics than I had ever seen in one place.
…- All the right words - just not necessarily in the right order
It is often said that the key to great comic delivery is timing. I would go further and say its the key to great writing too. But before I get into that, let's examine the power of timing in the best way possible - Morecambe and Wise.
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