Today we’d like to introduce you to Jamie Sanders.
Hi Jamie, so excited to have you with us today. What can you tell us about your story?
I’ve been a writer for as long as I can remember. I used to carry around a yellow notebook as a little kid, writing what I called “chapter stories” (AKA short stories). This culminated into me being a member of a creative writing team during junior high (Power of the Pen) that competed around the state of Ohio — and we even won State when I was in 7th grade! By high school, though, I knew I wanted to major in journalism and move to New York after college to work in magazines. I always say that if 13 Going On 30 had existed when I was a kid, I definitely would have wanted to be Jenna Rink! I did in fact move to New York and work in magazines right out of college — my first job was as the Editorial Assistant at Harper’s Bazaar — but a few years in, I made the switch to copywriting as a Copywriter at Ralph Lauren, and the rest, as they say, is history.
My career is constantly evolving, which I think is true of any creative person. Since moving to LA 7 years ago, I’ve gone back and forth between freelance and full-time work, but have been fully freelance since COVID began. I now work with multiple clients in the fashion, beauty and lifestyle sectors, and I couldn’t be happier!
I’m sure you wouldn’t say it’s been obstacle free, but so far would you say the journey have been a fairly smooth road?
I’d say there have definitely been bumps in the road — but they all led me to where I am now. I am not someone who lives with regret or looks back on negative situations and hopes I could have changed them. Maybe it’s very LA of me to say that everything happens for a reason, but if so, I’ll take it!
That being said, I have had experiences in the past that were great and some that were … well, not. I’ve had more than one EXTREMELY terrible boss, some of them telling me consistently that I was untalented, uncreative, unintelligent, and uncool. (And, really, what IS cool, actually?) While this had a negative impact on both my creativity and my psyche for a while, I finally realized that this wasn’t my problem — it was theirs. Recent years have shown me that my work IS good, or I wouldn’t be able to get the clients I’ve gotten in my portfolio.
Creative work is so subjective, and unfortunately, not everyone is going to like what you do. It’s just a fact of life. But all you CAN do is put out your best work and hope that it resonates. And, if possible, walk away from situations that don’t serve you positively.
As you know, we’re big fans of you and your work. For our readers who might not be as familiar what can you tell them about what you do?
I always say, “If you need words, I can write them.” I’m a copywriter and blogger specializing in fashion, beauty and lifestyle. I’m proud of much of the work I’ve created over the years, but a few highlights are:
1) I named two products for Drybar — Big Swig Thickening Spray and the Cure Liqueur collection. The first time I saw them in Drybar and Sephora stores, I teared up.
2) I always loved magazines — and even though I transitioned into being a copywriter, I have still always wanted to write for magazines. I envisioned myself doing this as young as 12 years old. Recently, I’ve written a host of fashion and beauty stories for InStyle, and I am so excited my dream is finally happening.
3) In addition to my copywriting life, I am pretty active on Instagram! My Instagram is a mix of LA-focused content (visiting the latest bars, restaurants, popups, you name it), travel, and Disney style/Disney bounding. I love bringing my passion to life through Instagram and finding more ways to be creative, especially through style!
I think what sets me apart from others is that I truly, truly love what I do. I also am what I call a left-brained creative — so, while I am a very creative person, I also rely on logic and analytical skills. I’m what you might call Type A when it comes to my work! I am also an extremely positive person, always seeing the best in every situation, and I smile about 98 percent of the time!
Can you talk to us a bit about the role of luck?
You know what? I honestly don’t think I’ve experienced much “luck” in my career. I have worked extremely hard to get to where I am. I have been fortunate to work with many amazing companies, but I worked to get there and made everything happen with my merits.
Contact Info:
- Website: Portfolio: http://www.jamieallisonsanders.com
Blog: http://www.thebeautyoflifeblog.com - Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/beautychick101
- Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/thebeautyoflife
- Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/beautychick101
- Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/cruella52
