I’m the commissioning editor for News Corp’s women’s network and I have commissioned a number of stories through Zoe over the past few years.

Not only is Zoe an incredibly skilled writer, she is also sensitive, compassionate and creative, and always files before deadline. She’s open to feedback and a true joy to work with.

Some of my most memorable commissions have been through Zoe and I always know that a story is in good hands when Zoe is at the helm.

I would unreservedly recommend her for all your writing and copywriting needs.

Zoe is a professional and capable freelance writer who can produce clean, engaging copy on anything from a department store complaint that’s trending on social media to an investigation of the aged care system.

Her copy is clean, she files on time and is very pleasant to deal with.

She has good ideas, handles feedback well and always has a sense of humour.

I just launched my ethical enterprise, Karuna Dawn, and had no idea how to pitch to publications and journalists.

Zoe was fabulous in providing me with tips and ideas on how to create an enticing pitch.

I couldn’t believe how open and sharing she is of her knowledge, and how much she truly wanted to help me.

Thanks so much, Zoe!

Zoe is a compassionate and down to earth journalist. She captured our story perfectly. We really enjoyed working with Zoe on our article. Thank you for a wonderful experience.

I absolutely love reading a well-crafted story, and Zoe made my heart dance to the rhythm of a good narrative flow with her magical writing!

She worked through pages of content, re-wrote and edited articles to our desired length with such captivating creativity.

I highly recommend her services!

Zoe did an amazing job at capturing the story behind our group. She was amazing to work with, professional and kind.

I have worked with many professionals throughout my journey, but Zoe was a unique one to work with.

She helped me understand the complexity of putting together a story. Her ability to string words together to tell a story is inspirational, and she is easily adjustable to a given situation.

Her ability to go out of her way to help others has made her stand out. Thanks a lot, Zoe!

Zoe is a pleasure to work with – she pitches original ideas, always delivers, and to an excellent standard. She’s a strong advocate who’s guided by core values that underpins her fantastic work.

I engaged Zoe to work on my new start up brand! I have been following Zoe’s work on social media for a while and have always been impressed with her storytelling.

I cannot speak more highly of Zoe’s work! If you’re looking for someone who goes above and beyond writing copy, she is your girl. She will make clever and strategic writing choices to make your business meet its goal.

She’s not your plain Jane copywriter. I have used other copywriters before, and Zoe is highly skilled by a long shot. The best part is she’s efficient, and understands SEO too, so she’ll weave that in seamlessly.

Zoe took my very scientific, technical and dull copy and made it so much more sellable, relatable and readable. My products are fantastic, but the way Zoe spins the words takes my products to an even higher level!

I am so grateful I found you. Thank you, you are worth your weight in gold!

You can see Zoe’s genuine passion for writing in the work she produces.

I worked with her on a number of copywriting projects for clients and was impressed by the fast pace, attention to detail and overall care she provided.

She has a true ability to connect with people through her writing but most importantly the audience you’re looking to engage.

If you’re looking to create standout content Zoe is the writer for you!

Love Zoe’s work! Highly recommended! Zoe has helped us to rewrite, ‘About Us’ page and SEO keywords research for our website. Absolutely happy with how it turns out. Thank you so much!

Working with Zoe was a genuine pleasure. She brought a thoughtful, grounded perspective to my content—one that clearly comes from lived experience and deep empathy. Her edits were sharp, insightful, and respectful of my voice, but what stood out most was the way she could intuitively grasp what I was trying to say and make it clearer, more human, and more effective.

Zoe’s perspective as a disabled freelancer living with chronic illness gave her a sensitivity that made a real difference. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Zoe to anyone looking for an editor who brings both skill and soul to their work.

If you are looking for someone to tell your story as good, if not better than you could yourself, look no further than Zoe Simmons.
Zoe had contacted me in regards to an internet post of mine that she had come across, and wanted to turn it into an article.

With my approval, Zoe went on to write an article telling my story that went viral! I ended up getting attention from all over the globe from people talking about my story that Zoe had expertly written up.

Zoe knew exactly what questions to ask me, and talking to her was easy, as it was like talking with a friend. Her attention to her clients as well as her attention to detail in writing was spectacular and I couldn’t recommend someone more for the job!

I hired Zoe to do an edit and proofread of an annual report I was working on for an NGO here in the Northern Territory.

She was very thorough and offered great suggestions throughout the document.

I would definitely hire Zoe again! It was great to know my document was in safe hands.

I worked with Zoe recently, who proofread five pages of a client’s website copy. I found her extremely easy to deal with. Zoe was both professional and approachable.

She was meticulous in her feedback and her suggested edits were great. My client was very happy.

I enjoyed working with Zoe, and I hope to work with her again on future projects.

I’ve hired Zoe to proofread my copy, as well as copywriting projects for my clients. Zoe is not only super meticulous, but she leaves helpful suggestions for copy changes and word swaps.

I was delighted with the changes she suggested. I could tell Zoe fully immersed herself into the projects and really wanted me to present the best work possible. I really appreciated the extra effort she put it in.

This has made Zoe one of my go-to proofreaders. I can’t recommend her highly enough!

I’ve worked with Zoe for almost five years now and she is such a talented writer with a keen editing eye.

Zoe was my editor at a publication for several years, and has remained a trusted peer and industry professional. She’s always given thoughtful advice and worked with me to create insightful pieces that inform, entertain, and educate.

Having read numerous articles of hers, and received her guidance and feedback, I know she will produce incredible work time and time again.

I had the privilege of interviewing Zoe while developing a mental health module for undergraduate physiotherapy students. Her passion, authenticity and openness about her lived experiences of mental health challenges and disability really helped to inform our project, and she brings such a unique and critical perspective to this space. Her contribution was invaluable, and I’m deeply grateful for her involvement. I’d highly recommend her for any public speaking, disability advocacy, or media work, and am looking forward to the opportunity to work with her again!

If you are looking for someone to tell your story as good, if not better than you could yourself, look no further than Zoe Simmons.

Zoe had contacted me in regards to an internet post of mine that she had come across, and wanted to turn it into an article.

With my approval, Zoe went on to write an article telling my story that went viral! I ended up getting attention from all over the globe from people talking about my story that Zoe had expertly written up.

Zoe knew exactly what questions to ask me, and talking to her was easy, as it was like talking with a friend. Her attention to her clients as well as her attention to detail in writing was spectacular and I couldn’t recommend someone more for the job!

I had the privilege of interviewing Zoe while developing a mental health module for undergraduate physiotherapy students. Her passion, authenticity and openness about her lived experiences of mental health challenges and disability really helped to inform our project, and she brings such a unique and critical perspective to this space. Her contribution was invaluable, and I’m deeply grateful for her involvement. I’d highly recommend her for any public speaking, disability advocacy, or media work, and am looking forward to the opportunity to work with her again!

We recently interviewed Zoe for a project on supported decision making within mental health services. Zoe was extremely accommodating in arranging time and even reviewed the questions and considered her responses beforehand. Zoe’s interview style was incredibly honest and open and she speaks with a clear passion not just hearing her but feeling the message. I look forward to seeing the difference the lessons from Zoe’s experiences will make in the services mental health workers can provide regarding their clients through support decision making.

My name is Zoe Houstein, and I am the Project Manager at Women With Disabilities Australia (WWDA). We represent more than two million disabled women, girls and gender-diverse people across Australia—because disabled women and gender-diverse people experience further discrimination and barriers, and significantly less representation in leadership and decision-making spaces. Our work is grounded in a human rights framework that links gender and disability to civil, political, economic, social and cultural rights. Our role is to take part in systemic change that empowers disabled women and gender-diverse people, and creates greater awareness among governments and other organisations about issues that impact the disability community, and how they can do better to support disability rights and inclusion.

Zoe Simmons has been working with Women With Disabilities Australia since 2021. During this time, she has played an integral role with multiple projects, including being a member of the 2022 National Online Leadership Summit Co-Design Committee, which worked towards improving and facilitating leadership opportunities for disabled women, girls, gender-diverse and non-binary people. She is also a member of the Our Site 2.0 Project Steering Committee, which works to address stigma, ableism, and improve disabled experiences—including the significantly higher rates of violence that disabled women and gender-diverse people experience.

Zoe has also been a dedicated researcher and writer for our organisation, including assisting with the LEAD Leadership Statement, and writing content for Neve. Neve is a ground-breaking website co-designed by women, girls and gender-diverse people with disabilities. It explores information through an easy-to-understand disabled lens that focuses on sex, relationships, wellbeing and practical support—as well as highlights significant challenges and barriers that exclusively impact the disabled community. Neve is designed to help disabled women feel supported, empowered, with 70+ topics, including resources and advice on what to do in difficult or dangerous situations. The community-led content has already had a huge impact—and Zoe’s contributions included body image, supporting sexual and reproductive rights for disabled women, microaggressions and how to safely respond to them, mental health and gender-based violence, ableism and gender, autism and gender-based violence, as well as writing WWDA’s diversity statement. As part of the LEAD Leadership Statement, Zoe worked on various sections of the Leadership Toolkit, including the importance of diverse storytelling, the power of lived experience and community, and self and collective care.

Zoe has also written numerous blogs for WWDA over the years, exploring disability leadership and its barriers, especially when you’re experiencing chronic pain and disability, as well as the vital importance of genuine accessibility in a post-COVID world.

Collectively, this work is incredibly important, as disabled women, girls and gender-diverse disabled people are not represented or included in leadership spaces and decision-making forums. Disabled women often can’t “lead” simply because there are rarely any opportunities for meaningful leadership opportunities, programs and training—and those opportunities are rarely accessible or flexible. Alongside WWDA, Zoe’s work has helped transform traditional views of leadership, and how this space can become more inclusive for the disabled community, especially those who experience further marginalisation.

Zoe is an excellent writer and a passionate advocate who always works towards making a difference in the world. She fights for change, and I sincerely hope you will give her the opportunity to continue to do this at a state level.

Zoe is not only an excellent writer—she’s a passionate advocate who always works her best to ensure diverse disabled perspectives are included. She fights to create change—and I sincerely hope you will give her the opportunity to do so through this.

Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions.

Zoe was consistently friendly, helpful and dependable during her time [as an intern]  at Mamamia.

She assisted with the moderation of comments on the website, loading content and images in WordPress, preparing image galleries and conducting article research for the editorial team.

Zoe was also responsible for administrative duties including answering the phones, managing the reception desk, collecting mail and various other errands as required by editorial staff. She completed these duties efficiently and politely.

Zoe has commendable written and oral communication skills. She is quick to respond to requests from superiors and is thorough in her work.

Zoe is an amazing writer, she has helped me get my CV updated.  As a result of her work, I was offered multiple jobs!

Thankyou so much!