Looking for a careers writer?

Careers writing is a specialist area, requiring particular skills and a great deal of expert knowledge. Our members create articles, books, videos, podcasts and other resources for a range of different audiences and clients.

Please use this directory to find out more about the members of the Careers Writers Association. If you’re interested in a particular service you can use the ‘select category’ function below to find out which of our members offer which careers services.

Photo of Debbie Steel Debbie Steel

After studying psychology and human resources I worked as a training co-ordinator, tutor and manager for a learning provider before teaching in further education. I was then employed as an in-house careers author, writing numerous resources for career development professions, teachers, young people and adults. 

Since becoming a freelancer I’ve worked with some of the most respected publishers of reliable and impartial careers information.…

Photo of Alan Bullock Alan Bullock

I qualified as a career guidance practitioner in 1977 and have worked with schools, colleges, universities, private clients and corporate clients all over the United Kingdom and in numerous countries overseas. Since taking up writing alongside my guidance work in 2008, I have also had two books published along with many on-line articles and a quite prolific blog. …

Photo of Lisa Stone Lisa Stone

I’m a qualified careers adviser and leadership coach with experience of working with graduates and adults.

I’ve a particular expertise in doctors’ careers, as I worked for the NHS for 18 years, predominantly with doctors during their first two years of training. 

Since 2020, my knowledge of the wider careers’ world has expanded as I’ve worked as a Careers Consultant at Coventry University London, mainly working in their business school, as well as freelancing for Goldsmiths, and more recently SOAS and the Royal Veterinary College.  …

Photo of Chris Webb Chris Webb

Registered Career Development Professional, currently working in the Higher Education sector, with experience delivering careers education, information, advice and guidance with clients of various ages within secondary education, further education and HE settings. 

A member of the Career Development Institute and AGCAS, I am well connected across the career development sector, with my key areas of interest including resource creation, blogging, podcasting and the use of Generative AI in career development work.

Photo of Oliver Jenkin Oliver Jenkin

I am a Registered Career Development Consultant with 16 years’ experience of working with clients from a wide range of backgrounds, including school students, young people in the community, higher education students and adults.

I have written published articles on a wide range of career development topics, including careers education, LMI, Industry 4.0 and supporting young people with SEND.…

Photo of Helen Janota Helen Janota

I am an independent Chartered Information Professional and Registered Career Development Professional specialising in careers and labour market information. I am highly experienced in creating and developing training, publications and other content around careers and the labour market with an aim to make it interesting and engaging. 

I have worked with many high-profile organisations on a wide range of projects, including group CPD training, one-to-one consultancy, video explainers, printed publications, labour market guides, digital content, and curriculum materials.…

Photo of Liz Painter Liz Painter

I enjoy developing teaching and learning resources, based on exam board specifications and frameworks. I also create and deliver teacher CPD sessions, helping to link the curriculum to the world of work.

I am a former science teacher, have an MA in Careers Education, and was an Enterprise Coordinator, working with schools and employers.…

Photo of Jude Hanley Jude Hanley

I am a Careers Adviser and Leader working in a large secondary school with 6th form. I have previously worked in HE and FE as well as with NEET young people. I have a keen interest in equality and diversity and especially LGBTQ careers information. I am always looking for creative ways to engage students including the use of Lego and other interactive activities.…

Photo of Jill Valentine Jill Valentine

I am a highly qualified and experienced Careers Adviser with over 25 years experience in supporting both FE & HE students into higher education and/or employment. I currently deliver Career Guidance for Sheffield Occupational Health Advisory Service (SOHAS) clients suffering from mental health issues. 

My areas of particular areas of interest and expertise are: supporting with a career change or new direction, identifying individuals skills and interests, finding meaningful work experience, and skills to ensure you smash that next interview.

Photo of Polly Wiggins Polly Wiggins

I am a freelance careers coach, writer and researcher who has been working in the sector for over 15 years. 

I am a keen writer and researcher in the world of careers, as well as a consultant and trainer on a range of careers-based topics. I have enjoyed being involved in a wide range of careers writing and content creation projects, bringing curiosity, reflection and a big dose of enthusiasm to all the work I do!…

Photo of Mark Yates Mark Yates

I qualified as a careers adviser in the mid 90’s. I work with a range of individuals, from school to post graduate students in a range of settings. I really enjoy helping people work out what they want in life and how to achieve it. 

Some of my time is spent helping people get through their careers qualifications, for instance the full level 6, or awards, including Quality in Careers Awards.…

Photo of Suzanne Collier Suzanne Collier

I’m an RCDP Careers Advisor who is an expert in book publishing. I have over 40 years’ experience of the book publishing industry.

As the founder of bookcareers.com, I work with both individuals and organisations on all aspects of Career Development. I’ve won the CDI Research Award, been shortlisted twice for Career Coach of the Year, and four times by the IPG for Services to Book Publishing.…

Photo of Caroline Green Caroline Green

I am a Career Development Expert with 18+ years’ experience in the sectors of Careers and Learning and Development. I am the Founder of The Talent Cycle, host of the CDP Careers Festival and CDI Private Sector Career Coach of the Year 2023.

I work with private clients, education establishments and those working in the careers sector to raise the profile of the important work happening.…

Photo of Janet Colledge Janet Colledge

I am a careers education expert, a qualified teacher, a fellow of the CDI, a board member of The Quality in Careers Standard and a member of the CDI think-tank The Community of Interest for Careers Education.

I’ve been blogging, writing, training and speaking for more than 10 years following my 20+ years in charge of careers education in schools.…

Photo of Liz Dinse Liz Dinse

Freelance HE careers consultant, employment expert, and writer. She has a PhD in Reflective Practice and Career Guidance and two decades of experience supporting disabled people. She is a member of the Career Development Institute (CDI) listed on the Career Development Professional Register (RCDP) and a member of the Association of Graduate Career Advisory Services (AGCAS).…

Photo of Sonia Hardwick Sonia Hardwick

I am a qualified careers adviser with a broad range of experience in the world of CEIAG. Some of my key strengths lay with working with schools, colleges and employers to improve their careers provision to improve life chances of young people. 

My key areas of interest involve resource development, including making LMI more accessible to target audiences.…

Photo of Carolyn Parry Carolyn Parry

As an award-winning career and life coach, TEDx speaker, non-exec director, and author of ‘Change Your Story’, I specialize in coaching early to mid-career professionals through career change, business start-up and career development. 

My background includes a pivotal mid-life shift from a 17-year management career across property, software, and publishing to career development work.…

Photo of Chris Targett Chris Targett

I am a practicing Fine Artist & Illustrator, Writer and multi-award winning, Careers Adviser working across the South-East of England with young people in schools and specialist settings (including SEND & SEMH). Co-author of the Open Partnership Model (OPM) for Careers Guidance, content creator for charity CXK, regular feature writer for Career Matters magazine, illustrator & co-author of Career Journeys for Young People: A Starter Guide for Parents and Carers.…