Edy is a writer, editor, and teacher based in Portland, Oregon. She leads Substack editorial and publicity for Buckman Journal and previously assisted Fonograf Editions. With over ten years of experience in copywriting, brand strategy, and creative direction, Edy works in both editorial and commercial capacities with clients in fashion, technology, sustainability, and advertising. All of her work is motivated by social reform and deep feeling.

Editorial - Buckman Journal, Fonograf Editions, Chicago Review, Intertext, Alpine Modern Quarterly, etc.

2016 – Now

Edy has worked in publishing on and off since 2016. Now, she spearheads publicity and editorial initiatives for Buckman Journal’s This Is Portland on Substack. Edy is vocal about expanding resources and funding to arts and education through her own project, Intertext.

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Teaching

2014 – Now

Edy provides copy, brand strategy, and creative direction for brands with mission-driven, design-forward ethos. Her approach to commercial work is based in active listening and social and cultural observation, utilizing modes and techniques of creative writing.

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Commercial - Unspun, Interact Brands, RAZE, etc.

2017 - Now

Edy teaches at Forge Hot Yoga, implementing breath work, visualization, and physical postures in dynamic, rhythmic sequences.

Infrequently, Edy leads creative writing workshops. The best way to be notified is on Instagram.

The best way to be notified about Edy’s class offerings is on Instagram. If you’re interested in private lessons, or would like a guest pass to the studio where she teaches, reach out.