Benjamin Chiou

Benjamin Chiou – Editor

I'm a magazine and book editor, with a background in business, finance and lifestyle. Previously editor at Courier Media and Raconteur.

Overview

With nearly 10 years of in-house editing experience at business media and lifestyle publishing companies, I know what it takes to create well-researched, thought-provoking and powerful non-fiction books from start to finish. With a background in business and financial journalism, along with long-form lifestyle feature writing, I have the tools required to turn often complex ideas into digestible and engaging copy that speaks directly to the target reader.

I'm interested in any projects to do with startups, management, leadership and people, with an expert knowledge of business and finance. I'm meticulous and organised, and passionate to help my clients produce their best work. I'm looking forward to hearing about your new project!

Services
Non-Fiction
Business & Management Career Guides Cooking, Food, Wine, & Spirits Design Education & Reference Finance & Accounting Inspirational Writing & Publishing
Languages
English (UK) English (US)
Certifications
  • Sub-Editing Course, PA Training
  • Essentials of Media Law Course, NCTJ
  • BA Hons in English Lit

Work experience

Self-employed

Aug, 2023 — Present
I provide a range of writing and editing services for a number of clients within the business, finance and lifestyle sectors, from news reporting to long-form features and analysis. My work often enables me to turn complex topics and jargon into engaging and accessible language.

Courier Media

Oct, 2020 — Aug, 2023 (almost 3 years)
Managed the editorial creation of three hardcover books and 15 magazines, as well as growing a newsletter subscriber base from 40,000 to over two million – overseeing the entire process, from idea creation and writing to editing and proofreading.

Raconteur

Jul, 2015 — Oct, 2020 (over 5 years)
Led the editorial creation of over 300 of special-interest B2B and B2C business reports, published online and in The Times/The Sunday Times. I was responsible for commissioning and writing editorial features, copy editing and liaising with journalists, and setting the content agenda across a wide range of industries, from management and leadership to finance, tech, healthcare and diversity.

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