Copywriter - Glasgow, Edinburgh, Scotland, London

Of course, I think I'm chuffing marvellous. But what have my clients got to say?

Alan Black killed my dog. But that's just the tip of the iceberg.

He knocked up my mother, my wife and my sister. He burned my house down.

He put Ebola virus in my tea. He downloaded files onto my computer that resulted in my inclusion on the dangerous sex offender register. He drained the brake fluid from my car. The subsequent crash leaving me a multiple amputee. And ever since then, he's kept me locked in a trunk in his cellar. Bringing me out as a sex toy for his dinner party guests to abuse.

However, as far as copywriting goes, he's talented, fast, reliable, flexible professional and great value for money. I'd recommend him to anyone.

Don Smith, Deputy Creative Director
Union Advertising Agency

Blackad's training is too good... my copywriting spend has dropped 80%.

Colin Hopkins, Marketing Manager
Matthew Algie, Glasgow

All of us thoroughly enjoyed Blackad's copywriting for the web course. Alan’s extensive knowledge of what does, and does not, work on the web has been invaluable in writing copy for our site.

Jane Ironside, Assistant Portfolio Manager
Thornhill, Edinburgh and London

I have found working with Alan of Blackad to be easy and hassle free, he has grasped our business well and turned around project requests to meet our deadlines, which are quite often pretty tight! I would not hesitate in recommending Blackad's services to you and your business.

Anne Hudson, Retail Support Manager
Logo, Aberdeen

The course was very well prepared and tailored to our specific training needs. Practical exercises were used to help us apply the skills covered in the seminar. Enjoyable and worthwhile.

Marie McDermott, Assistant Brand Manager
Matthew Algie, Glasgow

I had worked alongside Alan at Blackad in the past, but that didn't put me off.

Aside from being a fantastic colleague, he always produced creative work that would bring a smile to my face. I therefore didn't hesitate to think about him when we needed copywriting and brand definition support. As ever, his warm personality and ability to connect with people allowed him to work well with the team, and to effectively tackle our fairly tricky brief.

Shame about the beard though.

Fiona Proudler, Marketing Manager
Realise, Edinburgh

Blackad listened and immediately grasped what our business was about, then quickly captured this in lovely, free-flowing text. It's unusual to be pleasantly surprised by great service!

Deborah Feeney, Managing Director
Thistle Generators, Coatbridge

What began as a search for a web copywriting firm to help us re-write our site, turned into us finding a partner to help broaden our range of web related services. And on top of that they've assisted us with all our own copy needs since, web and print.

What struck me as the difference between Blackad and the other copywriter agencies we spoke to was their willingness to listen to our requirements and even explain the reasons behind some of their copy that we may have questioned. This not only proved to us they take pride in what they do, but also educates us at the same time.

Marinos Panayi, Business Development Director
Maznet Web Design, London

We've worked with Blackad on a number of projects, and they've been consistently superb. Our clients have always been very impressed by Blackad's approach and the end results. They're a real pleasure to work with.

Nick Craig, Account Manager (New Media)
Graphic Partners, Edinburgh

Parallel 56 were impressed with Blackad's 'straight to the point', no nonsense approach to web copywriting. We were pleased to have Blackad working with a key client, and Blackad delivered - with great results and feedback.

Zach Watt, Creative Director
Parallel 56, Glasgow

Blackad really do make our whites even whiter! Working on copy for a number of our clients they never disappoint us (or our clients). We've even taken the plunge into using Blackad to train our own folks on the basics of compelling copy, with great results. I would definitely recommend their services (unless we need them first obviously).

Peter Gillespie, Director, Sales & Marketing
Search Consultancy Ltd, Glasgow

Blackad's work on the copywriting for our website was well done, well written and well received by our clients. I would have no hesitation recommending this company to other businesses.

Caroline Durkan, Project Manager
Scottish Enterprise Glasgow

Blackad always over-deliver, even when we under-deliver on time. Use them.

Colin Brooks, Creative Director
Arc Integrated Marketing Ltd, Edinburgh

Clever, creative and considered. We have been very impressed with Blackad's attitude and delivery of results.

Alex Kirby, Managing Director
a2 design solutions, Edinburgh

We first asked Blackad to knock the copy for our own site into shape. They took our 15,000 words and reassembled them into online copy that simply works. They've also written powerful email and emarketing copy for our clients - on time and on budget. Oh, and they're a doddle to deal with.

Adrian Tennant, Creative Director
Alchemy Digital, Southampton

I am absolutely delighted with the content, theme and brand of our new site. Blackad totally exceeded all expectations - I would have absolutely no hesitation in providing a reference for Blackad or recommending their services to any other organisation.

John McHugh, Sales & Marketing Director
Connecti Ltd, Glasgow

Blackad delivered a one day "Writing For The Web" course for us earlier this year, and I would highly recommend them.

Blackad were friendly, professional and extremely helpful in planning the course. They really took time to understand our needs and tailored the course content and delivery to enable us to get the best out of the day. In addition, they fully consulted with me on all aspects of the course - very much a partnership approach.

As well as gaining new skills, ideas and confidence, our staff enjoyed the day spent with the trainer and welcomed his style of delivery. His passion and enthusiasm for his work is catching!

Jane Black, Personnel Manager
Edinburgh & Lothians Tourist Board

At last, a copywriting service that never over-promises, but always over-delivers.

Derek Sneddon, Creative Director
BD-NTWK, Glasgow