Joriel Foltz » projects

latest news

joriel — Mon, 28 Jun 2010 19:20:21 +0000

Things have been fairly busy lately, though not so much in the writing department. I would love to get some new writing projects going. With the economy the way it is, a lot of my clients are being forced to tighten their belts. If you’re reading this and thinking you might need some writing work, definitely get in touch. I’d be happy to negotiate a great deal for you.

I’ve been doing a bit of design work. I built another customized Wordpress site for a massage therapist friend. It should be live in the next few weeks, and I’ll post a link. It’s simple but quite classy, in my humble opinion. While web design is not my top skill, I very much enjoy the process and Wordpress is such a wonderfully flexible – if persnickety – platform to build on. There are a couple other sites on the horizon, including a fabulous new home on the web for the talented Photographster. I’m also excited about helping another talented friend develop branding and imagery for her new store on Etsy.

More updates soon! As always, if you’re looking for a writer, especially if you’re in Seattle, drop me a line.

it’s good to be busy

joriel — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 18:04:28 +0000

Freelancing is rarely steady. In my experience, it’s either feast or famine. Right now I’m feasting on new projects after a quiet period that went a bit beyond my comfort level. I’m doing some interesting work with a health care start-up, a couple of campaigns with Speakeasy, and a new business plan with Venture Architects starting next week. I’m also looking forward to seeing the end result of the IT firm website I wrote last month and working with the amazing content strategist Ariel van Spronsen, now that she’s joined me in the freelance world.

That said, I’m always open to new opportunities, and my clients will tell you that I’m honest about what I can deliver and when. So, if you’re looking for a writer, especially if you’re in Seattle, drop me a line.

belated update

joriel — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 21:55:07 +0000

I didn’t update at all in November, but it was an extremely busy month. I had a wonderful birthday and a relaxing Thanksgiving. The HerCut business plan is complete and I’m looking forward to getting my product samples. Their sales so far have been extremely impressive, so I’m sure you’ll all be hearing about them very soon.

I’ve been working with my favorite designer on a fabulous new email campaign for Speakeasy, and I just started a new business plan project for a solar power company. I’ve also been writing about a dozen articles a month for another client. So, like I said, busy busy busy. I’m definitely not complaining!

Our wonderful nanny Shenandoah is on the fast track to stardom and has to leave us as of late December. She’s touring right now with her band Grand Hallway, and her solo career is also going strong. In December she’ll be performing in Japan and I’ve heard talk of Germany and other exciting adventures. We’re very happy for her, but selfishly sorry to see her go. If you know anyone in Seattle who’s qualified to take care of a beautiful and brilliant 1-year-old approximately 15-20 hrs/wk, please let me know!

And as always, if you’re looking for a writer, especially if you’re in Seattle, drop me a line.