Brian Burns

Writer, Editor and Web Content Producer

Welcome to my website!

I am a Boston-based writer and web content manager with a diverse background in journalism, copywriting and healthcare marketing.

In addition to my full time job as the Integrated Marketing Manager for the Mass General Research Institute, I work as a freelance writer and web content producer for a variety of clients in the fields of education, healthcare, direct marketing, workforce development and technology.

Outside of work I can be found keeping my daughter and dog entertained, watching Liverpool soccer and surfing at Nahant beach.

Career Timeline:

  • 2016-present: Integrated Marketing Manager for Research, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA
  • 2015-present: Freelance Writer, TQM Publications, Inc,
  • 2013-2016: Research Web Content Engineer, Massachusetts General Hospital
  • 2006-2013: Copywriter, Web Copy Leader and Website & Social Media Specialist at PetEdge, Beverly, MA
  • 2001-2006: Reporter and Editor for the Walpole Times and Franklin Times newspapers in Walpole and Franklin, MA

Skills:

  • Copywriting (catalogs, websites, advertisements)
  • Article writing (science, healthcare, technology)
  • Email newsletters (MailChimp, Constant Contact, Lyris, Mosiaco)
  • Graphic design (Canva)
  • Web content development and website management
  • Social media
  • Reporting
  • Blogging
  • Taglines and headlines
  • Creative ideas

Dog:

  • Brown and white beagle/lab mix
  • Very cute
  • 100% motivated by treats
  • A little bit barky