CONSULTING

I’ve led feminist communications projects since 2003 and worked behind the scenes for public entities, small businesses, Fortune 500 companies, private firms, and non-profits to shape strategy and distribute messages.

Skills

Book Development and Editing

Brand Voice Development

Communications Strategy

Copywriting

Creative Direction

Digital Marketing

Editorial Direction

Email Marketing

 

Are you interested in getting some help with your communications strategy? Need assistance with defining your brand’s voice and tone? Seeking editorial or marketing feedback on your current creative project?

Send a note to ana (at) anaottman (dot) com with the details of your project, budget, and timeline. I offer single phone consultations, project-based support, and retainers.

Word on the Street

Her work stands far above what the rest of the crowd is doing

“Ana is the first person I think of when I need help with copywriting, communications, or marketing. She combines intelligence and creativity with an in-depth understanding of audience and nuance, and the quality of her work is outstanding. I’ve hired Ana in various capacities, and no matter the context or situation, her work stands far above what the rest of the crowd is doing.” —Emma Alvarez Gibson

You come away with a clearer direction

“Ana has an amazing ability to truly listen and always brings a fresh, thought-provoking perspective to every discussion. She has a way of asking all the right questions, taking in your answers, and saying things in just the right way so you come away with a clearer direction.” —Natalia Sylvester, Founder of Inky Clean Copy

When you want effective copy, you hire a professional like Ana

“My first thought when I read the copy she’d written was: ‘She nailed it.’ Her writing and professionalism exceeded my expectations. Copywriting is a specific skill: When you want effective copy, you hire a professional like Ana. Book her early!” —Kenden Alfond, Founder of Jewish Food Hero

An opportunity to have a total pro tell my story

“This was an amazing opportunity to have a total pro tell my story in a way that I’ve never been able to. Ana was incredibly easy to work with, and made me feel comfortable and open from the moment we began working together.” Heather Pierce, Founder of Heather Pierce Vox + Music

Working with her clarified the way I brand my business

“It feels like Ana knows me better than I know myself. I was super impressed with the way that she took words from my workbook responses and our conversations to create website copy that conveyed the message I wanted to share with my audience. Working with her clarified the way I brand my business.” —Christina Tindale, Founder of Daily Bliss Wellness

Her copy tells a story in addition to selling a product

“I hired Ana because we didn’t have the skill set internally to create content that told a story in addition to helping sell a product. My reaction when I read the copy she wrote was: ‘I’m in love. It’s exactly what we’re going for with our client.’ She knows her craft well, has a collaborative nature, and needs minimal direction.” —Alex Beauchamp

The process was incredibly smooth

“The process of working with Ana was so smooth! Through workbooks and conversations, she skillfully pulled out the important elements of our brand to get us exactly what we asked for in our copy (and then some!). I’m thrilled with the work she did for us!” –Maria Troconis, Co-owner of Grafikisto Design Studio

You made it easier to communicate with my ideal client

“You were the first step in creating my brand. Working with you allowed me to find my voice and made it easier to communicate with my ideal client. I love how your writing style is conversational and warm while also direct and oriented toward having my readers taking action. What I love is the way you found the ‘future me’—confident and forward moving without any of the drama of too many words.” —Kathy Knowles, Owner of Intuitive Strategies

Responsive to comments and your voice

“Ana is so responsive to comments and clients’ wishes—she strikes a great balance of guiding you to clearer and more interesting copy while respecting the particularities you may have about your organization’s voice.” —Jennifer Gootman, Executive Director of Global Goods Partners

She will change the way you think about your business

“Ana is such a positive, world-changing woman. Her vision is unique and refreshing—and it will forever change the way you think about your business.” —Sarah J. Bray, Founder of Gather the People

Send a note to ana (at) anaottman (dot) com with the details of your project, budget, and timeline. I offer single phone consultations, project-based support, and retainers.