Writer, Editor, Marketing and Public Relations Professional
I’m an explorer of ideas and language and how they can be crafted into clear, compelling messages that resonate long after reading. If you’re looking for innovative marketing, strategic brilliance, factual integrity and stellar creativity, look no further.
My mission as your writer is to crack the code to your true point of fascination and articulate the words that best create the right response. Whether it is through marketing materials, feature writing or web content, this requires “sensual and visual wording” with a keen intuitive flair.
In the digital age, words matter more than ever. No more “I am here” messages. What emerges is your key authentic brand voice creating an undeniable connection to the heart and soul of readers, prospects and loyal customers.
As a published author, respected editor, columnist and advertising executive, I have worked with some of the nation’s most extraordinary destinations, private companies, corporations and passionate nonprofits. As a 34-year marketing and communications artist, I have handled the media both inside and outside the industry and know what each entails. Communication can explode and I’m here to prove it.
A true innovator lives to rewrite the language frontiers across every imaginable landscape. Shall we journey together?
I offer a comprehensive range of writing services with accuracy, polish and flair for print and digital applications. Backed by decades of marketing, media and photography experience, clients get much more than a writer. I am a passionate story teller, ready to unleash the story behind your story. … Read on for a complete menu of specialties. about Depth of Services
“Jan’s writing skills are of the highest standard - thorough, thoughtful and consistently good. She is a caring person, a good listener and a good story teller. She excels when writing about travel destinations, giving readers a sense of being there and enjoying every amenity. I’ve rarely worked with a more talented, skilled and pleasant individual.” Buzz Eggleston General Manager and Editor, Calaveras First Company, Calaveras Enterprise, Sierra Lodestar magazine (retired)
“I can say from experience that Jan Hovey is one of the best marketing communications practitioners I have worked with. She is knowledgeable, creative, enthusiastic, fast and reliable. Using her years of experience, she thinks through situations or opportunities and comes up with creative and workable solutions. She writes well, has dozen of ideas and brings her broad experience into play. She makes things happen.” Anne Forrest International publicist; CEO and President, Destination Angels Camp
“Jan is an accomplished frontline writer, fluent in brand marketing and compelling content. Her work is proven, her passion unbridled and her vision commendable. Her talent for destination writing is unsurpassed. She’s a pleasure to work with and is highly dedicated to her craft.” Alison Tilley Owner, Tropical Living Inc.
“Jan has helped us expand awareness of our center on Kauai and beyond, creating an impactful message and organizing our nonprofit into committees to grow our global center. She listens intently, makes insightful recommendations and takes action with ease. It’s a beautiful process.” Reverends Patrick Feren and Rita Andriello-Feren Center for Spiritual Living Kauai
Wherever I go, my Nikon is my trusted companion, so in addition to research, interviewing and writing, I can capture images reflecting the look, the feel and the senses of the location and of its people. … Learn More about Photo Gallery
Some of her accomplishments
Created Sierra Lodestar, highly successful weekly magazineEditor – Central Sierra Seasons magazineCo-Author – Ebbetts Pass National Scenic Byway GuideCreated annual Calaveras Grape Stomp EventCreated annual Murphys Irish Day
