Helping you speak the language of technology decision-makers
I'm Owen Hughes, a freelance writer, editor, and technical content specialist.
I help businesses large and small connect with audiences in disruptive technical markets. My work is grounded in 14 years of experience writing for professional IT audiences, from software developers and security practitioners to C-suite leaders and commercial buyers.
Today, I provide tailored editorial and content support for businesses, PR firms, and B2B agencies in tech and tech-adjacent fields. My services range from account-based marketing and content strategy to case studies, thought leadership articles, commercial editorial, and SEO-driven technical blogs.
I'm also a published technology and science journalist. I was formerly a senior editor at ZDNET, and since launching my freelance career in 2022, I've written for influential titles including MIT Technology Review, Live Science, The Register, Health Service Journal, and Digital Health News.
Published work & clients
What clients say…
“I've been fortunate enough to work with Owen for nearly a decade. What has always impressed me is his exceptional skills as a writer - always having a deep understanding of the subject matter and the ability to intuitively know the right style and tone of voice for his readers. He's a fellow perfectionist who has a keen eye for the finer details and a consummate professional which means working on projects together is not only fun but always delivers the desired results.”
— Natalie Chishick, Founder & Director, Chishick Communications
“Owen was an instrumental part of the formation of accelerate agency's technical writing team. As one of the first writers for this new project offering, Owen created valuable onsite content for Gen AI and LLM clients and even stepped into the breach as an editor when called upon. I found Owen to be incredibly professional and wonderful to deal with. Moreover, his abilities as a technical writer helped secure tangible SEO results for our clients. He is a phenomenal resource for anyone looking for a skilled technical writer.”
— Sam Forrester, Acting Content Manager, Marketing Signals
“Working with Owen is nothing short of a pleasure. As an editor, I have long valued Owen's instincts as a reporter and his ability to understand the needs of our readership in the many number of clear, informative, and engaging stories that he has crafted for us. He can understand any brief that he is assigned and knows how to communicate tricky subjects to a wide readership while conveying all the necessary scientific and technical details.”
— Keumars Afifi-Sabet, Technology Editor, Live Science
What I offer
The services I provide are typically shaped by the individual client or project. Alongside writing, editing, and broader project management and consultancy support, I offer proofreading and editorial QA for clients looking for lighter-touch assistance.
I also take commissions from technology and science news publications. I can regularly be found covering deep-tech stories on quantum computing, robotics, and next-generation electronics.
If what you need isn’t clearly listed, please feel free to get in touch anyway. I’m always happy to chat and often leave capacity to take on new projects.
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Need a technical explainer to help buyers understand your tech, or just want to ensure you’re visible in search results?
I’ve written glossaries and knowledge base articles on large language models (LLMs), generative AI, business automation, CRM software and more, ranging from 1,500 words to 3,500+
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Customer success stories are among the strongest proof points for demonstrating the value of your product or service.
I've helped technical and non-technical teams shape compelling narratives that explain how their solutions solve real business challenges, in language that makes sense to their audience.
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I provide ongoing support to PR agencies by writing thought leadership and opinion pieces that help their clients connect with key stakeholders.
These pieces are informed through scoping calls with you and your spokespeople, or by reviewing past content – including previously published articles, messaging docs and relevant source material – to capture the right voice, angle and perspective.
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I write SEO-friendly articles and blog posts to help you engage audiences and turn your website into a go-to source of information.
This not only brings traffic to your site, but also supports conversions by giving potential customers a reason to trust what you do.
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I write long-form sponsored content that reads like high-quality editorial, while respecting the subject matter.
This includes interview-based features and thought leadership articles developed in collaboration with internal marketing and communications teams, subject matter experts and senior spokespeople.
Whether you’re working to a specific publication’s brief or producing content as part of a larger campaign, I’ll help shape the narrative and handle the writing while keeping commercial goals and editorial integrity aligned.
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Getting the details down is a battle in itself, especially with technical content. But once it’s on the page, it still needs to read well.
I’ll whip your copy into shape so it’s accessible and engaging, whether that means polishing grammar and flow, reworking awkward phrasing, or reshaping the whole thing for clarity and tone.
If you rely on AI tools to draft copy, I can also step in to remove the repetition and generic voice they tend to produce. This way, you get clean, confident content that actually sounds like your brand, rather than ChatGPT.
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I’ll always be a journalist at heart! If you’re a B2B or tech news publisher looking for a contributing writer who knows their stuff, please get in touch.
I currently write for Live Science and Digital Health News, and have previously written for ZDNet, TechRepublic, eWeek, Mobile Europe and TechRadar, amongst others.
Drop me a line
If you have a project that you think I could help with, I’d love to hear from you.
You can send me a message via the Contact Me page, or shoot me an email at hello@owenhughes.co.uk