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Jennifer Larson Sawin

Jennifer Larson Sawin

Big writing from a tiny desk.

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Big content from a tiny desk.

I’m a communications leader who’s ferocious about developing content. High-level branding and communications strategy? (Been there.) Short-form content? (Done it.) Thought leadership assets? (Yup.) Long-form edits and footnotes? (Check.)

Over 25 years, I have helped clients shape brand stories, move donors, gain market share, and launch a service or product. I see the big picture while keeping a clear-eyed dedication to task and team. From humble desks to studio perches, and across continents, my work has delivered clarity and impact.

Your next project – how can I help?

What I Do

Branding

Beyond writing a one-off product or corporate tagline, I craft one-of-a-kind strategies and messages to build your organizaton’s connection to key audiences, to distinguish your offerings from competitors, and to keep it all simple and clear.

Content

Staring down a blank page on the screen can be daunting. I tackle print and digital content, overhaul websites, ghostwrite white papers and articles, pack a punch on leave-behind brochures, and write ads to make a lasting impression.

Editing

Clients often say, “Jen, I need this [fill in the blank: policy paper, funder report, outbound marketing, etc.] to be clearer, shorter, better organized, and more persuasive.” Leave it to me: I geek out on word choices and dangling modifiers. Plus, citation styles and I go way back.

Blown away by her writing

I never understood the real power of prose until I started working with Jennifer. I can remember reading a brochure she wrote and being absolutely blown away by the beauty of her writing. Jennifer’s ability to pull the intended audience into the content and help them visualize and understand the story is powerful. She has the innate ability to truly understand her subject—whether it’s a business school, company, or other organization—and to write impactful messages and calls to action. Jennifer is a real brand builder!
Madeline Belfoure
National Marketing Director, UHY Consulting
[Madeline’s detailed recommendation on Jennifer’s LinkedIn.]

Remarkable leadership and coordination…positive attitude and collaborative spirit

Jennifer’s unparalleled project management skills, transparent communication, and exceptionally crafted writing are truly admirable. As project lead and primary writer on a large-scale initiative involving multiple partners, she demonstrated remarkable leadership and coordination. Her meticulous attention to detail and ability to anticipate potential challenges contributed to a smooth and efficient workflow. Beyond her technical expertise, Jennifer’s positive attitude and collaborative spirit made the entire process seamless and genuinely enjoyable. I thoroughly enjoyed working with her and would highly recommend.
Jessica McKeon
Senior Solutions Marketing Manager
BlackLine

A seasoned writer and editor

Jennifer is a seasoned writer and editor whose eye for detail, word choice, and turn-of-phrase gave strength to so many of our projects. Far from being generic in her writing, Jennifer crafted a specific message that resonated with the audience. The result was on-target, and impactful work every time.
Rich Godfrey
Partner, Lunation (formerly President at FUSE, Inc.)
[Rich’s detailed recommendation on Jennifer’s LinkedIn.]

An essential contributor…rigorous

Jennifer has worked with us on a number of reports, all of which require attention to a lot of terminology and references specific to our region of operation (the Middle East). I can say without hesitation that she has become an essential contributor to our work. She’s very rigorous and adjusts her approach according to the needs of the different foundations and funders that support our research. I’ve recommended her to other clients and they have also come away satisfied.
Mac Skelton
Executive Director, American University of Iraq, Institute of Regional and International Studies

Best interests at heart

From the beginning of our working relationship, I never doubted you having our best interests at heart. You reinforced that feeling 100 times over. That is the way to win clients for life.
Peter Topping
Director of Executive Education, Goizueta Business School, Emory University

Top-notch product in record time

I worked with Jennifer when she was a student in our graduate program, and later when she was executive director of a restorative justice program in Massachusetts. She is gifted, intelligent, creative, dependable, highly competent, fun to work with, and an excellent writer and editor. So when the publisher of my new book wanted someone to write a discussion guide for it, we turned to Jennifer. She delivered a top-notch product in record time, maintaining excellent contact throughout. Highly recommended!
Howard Zehr, PhD
Criminologist, Author, “Grandfather” of Restorative Justice

I count on her during our most demanding moments…a superstar

One of the best that I have ever worked with on projects. Jennifer is super smart, creative, hardworking, professional, and collaborative. She can successfully lead a team or deliver projects to an amazing outcome. She is a great writer, an organizer, and a true leader. I know I can always count on her during our most demanding moments. A superstar to have on your team!
Ernest O. Kwarteng
Managing Director, Barclays Investment Bank
Board Chair, American Friends of Maru-a-Pula

[Ernest’s recommendation on Jennifer’s LinkedIn.]

Exceptional professionalism… adapting to our evolving needs with ease

We had the pleasure of working with Jennifer on the website copy and she exceeded all expectations. She brought a perfect balance of creativity and clarity, transforming the wilderness activities we offer into engaging messaging that truly resonated with our audience. Her ability to capture the essence of our brand and convey it through compelling copy was noteworthy. Not only did Jennifer deliver high-quality work, but she also demonstrated exceptional professionalism, meeting tight deadlines and adapting to our evolving needs with ease.

Dale ter Haar
Operations Chief, Challenge the Wild

My Clients Include

coca-cola logo
ups logo
atlanta symphony logo
emory logo
chemonics logo
leap frog logo

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