I’m a private contractor who provides writing and content support services to individuals, businesses, and nonprofit organizations.

​I pride myself on taking a well-rounded and inclusive approach to my work. I follow plain language best practices and I believe clarity and transparency are vital to effective communication.

​My availability is based on my clients' needs and I provide support through every step of the process. In short, my job is to be responsive and ever-evolving.

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The Right Fit for Your Needs

I offer writing and content management services. Whether you need a few blog posts or an entire content strategy, I can help. I specialize in: 

• Brand storytelling
• Long-form articles & thought leadership
• Book writing & editing
• Speeches
• Blog posts & articles
• Website copy & strategy
• ​SEO-driven content

What Makes My Approach Unique?

A Journalistic Mind
I research, interview, and structure ideas with a journalistic eye for detail. Every piece is clear, compelling, and purpose-driven.
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Real Support, Not Just Words
I value efficiency, and use the right resources to meet your needs and budget. 

Content With Purpose
Whether it’s a blog post or a press release, I'll write your words with your audience in mind.

About Me

I’m a writer, editor, and content specialist with a background in journalism. For 25 years, I've worked and volunteered in corporate communications, radio, and the arts. 

My work is based on research, clarity, and the ability to get to the heart of any subject.  

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CLIENT & COLLEAGUE TESTIMONIALS

Haley Radke

Founder & host

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Shantu is creative, innovative, and a big-picture thinker.... He has a unique skill of deeply understanding a brand’s online persona which he uses to write directly to my ideal listener with both humour and empathy. Shantu is able to assess SEO requirements and implement strategies to improve visibility, both for Google rankings and for social media.

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Emma Drebit, MSc, R.Psych

Drebit Psychological Services

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web content, hosting, and strategy client

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Shantu’s strengths are many. He is reflective, sensitive, and collaborative in his approach. I appreciate his warmth and compassion, especially for my basic knowledge of technology. He exhibits effective skills in assessing needs by taking the time to listen and to gain a good understanding of my business, and in providing valuable ideas.

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 Mike Deane 

Communications Advisor

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former co-worker and fellow managing editor

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[Shantu is] a creative thinker that works well leading a team, as part of a team, or on his own. He has a vast amount of knowledge across the span of online publishing, communications and marketing, and takes pride in all he does. He is a patient perfectionist who always brings an innovative approach to whatever task he's tackling. I consider myself lucky to have met and worked alongside Shantu, and he would be a huge benefit to any team that is lucky enough to have him.

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Margaux McWatt

Videographer & Digital Creator

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consulting, writing, and editing client

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Working with Shantu is an absolute pleasure, not only because of his patient, kind, and personable demeanour, but also because of his forward-thinking nature, which reflects in all the work he contributes to and creates. His talents in writing—both creative and technical—are matched with his meticulous editing; he captures nuance and has a thought process I haven't seen in any other individual.

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Keltie Squires

Content creator

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former co-worker who reported directly to Shantu

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Shantu has a wealth of knowledge regarding the creation and publication of online content. He is an excellent writer and editor who excels at developing clear copy. Additionally, he brings years of experience in SEO, social media strategy, and blog strategy. I am very thankful for the time I spent working under Shantu and would be thrilled to work with him again in the future.

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