Writer, editor, and results-driven marketing expert.

I'm Leah, an award winning journalist turned content strategist and event marketer. If you're looking for help with the words, messages, and vision to take your organization to the next level, get in touch.

Real writing, real results

Informing, engaging, and driving growth—one story at a time.

Articles for established news outlets
5,000+
Visits per year
1 million+
Open rate
44%

Recent Work

Southeast Bend Set for Development

On a fall morning in Bend, state and local leaders gathered on newly graded land along Highway 20 to showcase Parkside Place, a significant housing initiative. This neighborhood results from collaboration between Oregon's government, the City of Bend, and developer Hayden Homes, designed to address the region's housing crisis.

Scaling Without Headcount: How AI Unlocks Operational Efficiency in CRE

Commercial real estate companies face mounting pressure to expand portfolios and manage additional properties while minimizing operational costs. A significant challenge during growth phases is handling accounts payable, as rising invoice volumes overwhelm manual processes and strain staff resources.

Jackstraw Opens in Bend's Old Mill District

Bend's skyline now features a significant new addition with the opening of Jackstraw, a $172 million mixed-use development that merges multifamily housing with retail space at the crossroads of the Old Mill District and downtown. Developed by Killian Pacific, the project introduces 313 long-term rental apartments and more than 17,000 square feet of ground-floor retail across 4.9 acres.

Work

  1. Company
    Leah Etling Media LLC
    Role
    Freelance Writer & Content Strategist
    Date
  2. Company
    Running USA
    Role
    Director of Marketing & Communications
    Date
  3. Company
    Yardi
    Role
    Manager, Editorial Services
  4. Company
    Edhat
    Role
    Managing Editor
  5. Company
    San Luis Obispo Tribune
    Role
    Staff Reporter
  6. Company
    Santa Barbara News Press
    Role
    Staff Reporter
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Education

  1. School
    UC Berkeley Graduate School of Journalism
    Role
    MA, Journalism
    Date
  2. Company
    UC Santa Barbara
    Role
    BA History (Magna Cum Laude)

Recognized for excellence

My work has been recognized by a diverse array of organizations, from traditional journalism assocations to tech startups.

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Client Recommendations

“She is incredibly responsive, quick to communicate, and consistently easy to work with, qualities that make collaboration seamless and efficient.”

—Mona Vespa, GO! St. Louis

“If you're looking for a freelance professional who can jump in, make an immediate impact, and truly get it — Leah is your person.”

—Beth Salinger, Endurance Marketing Inc.

“Leah has been great to work with, very responsive and makes deadlines every single time. She's a talented writer and definitely knows the content space.”

—Jeff Martin, Publisher, Cascade Business News
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