Summary
Overview
Work History
Skills
Hobbies and Interests
Copywriting Experience
Work Preference
Timeline
Mark Glanville

Mark Glanville

Bang Kapi,Bangkok

Summary

Dynamic copywriter with extensive media experience, including impactful roles at The Amiris and MCOT Radio Network. Expert in crafting compelling narratives and engaging content, showcasing strong journalism and editorial skills. Proven ability to collaborate effectively and deliver high-quality material that resonates with audiences, enhancing brand visibility and communication.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Copywriter

The Amiris
08.2017 - Current
  • Write press releases, feature reports and situation updates for TAT Newsroom (www.tatnews.org), the Tourism Authority of Thailand's official news site
  • Also write speeches for TAT executives including the TAT Governor to deliver at events ranging from public campaign launches to industry conferences to award acceptances

News Anchor

Met107 FM
Bangkok, Thailand
02.2006 - 12.2020
  • Company Overview: MCOT Radio Network (under MCOT Public Company Ltd)
  • Read the live top-of-the-hour English-language hourly news bulletins on Metropolis 107 (and after station's 2007 rebranding) on Met107 FM
  • Co-hosted Met107 FM's English-language weekdays drivetime breakfast show Good Morning Bangkok, which aired from February to December 2009
  • MCOT Radio Network (under MCOT Public Company Ltd)

Copywriter

Burasari Group
04.2019 - 03.2020
  • Wrote weekly social media posts (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter) for the group's Shanghai Mansion, W22 Hotel by Burasari, Burasari Phuket and La Seine Hotel properties, press releases, online content and brochure text

Video, News & Content Editor

NewsOps
Bangkok, Thailand
01.2018 - 12.2018
  • Company Overview: MCOT Radio Network (under MCOT Public Company Ltd's Digital Media Division)
  • Played a central role in the creation, implementation and ongoing operation of NewsOps, launched in 2018
  • Edited video scripts (some videos receiving 900,000+ views) and all content, and wrote daily news stories
  • Wrote NewsOps' corporate marketing and PR material, as well as customer sponsorship proposals
  • Involved in editorial calendar planning, selection of story topics and managing of editorial team
  • MCOT Radio Network (under MCOT Public Company Ltd's Digital Media Division)

Copywriter

Inetasia
, Thailand
01.2013 - 02.2018
  • Company Overview: Thailand Office
  • Wrote monthly articles and press releases for Inetasia clients for online syndication, including Thai Airways International, Hong Kong Airlines, Mercedes-Benz Hong Kong, The Strand Yangon, The Strand Cruise, Hotel G Singapore, Residence G Hong Kong, Residence G Shenzhen, Bay Bridge Hong Kong by Hotel G and BSA Law
  • Was assigned personally by Hong Kong-based Inetasia CEO Gregory Smyth to write press releases, corporate marketing material and online content for Inetasia itself
  • Thailand Office

Copywriter

JW Marriott Phuket Resort & Spa
01.2012 - 06.2015
  • Wrote press releases and online content for JW Marriott Phuket Resort & Spa, and on occasion, for Renaissance Phuket Resort & Spa and Courtyard by Marriott partner properties

Copywriter

Mandarin Oriental Dhara Dhevi, Chiang Mai
05.2007 - 05.2013
  • Wrote press releases, newsletter text and online content for Mandarin Oriental Dhara Dhevi, Chiang Mai (and after hotel's rebranding) for Dhara Dhevi Chiang Mai
  • Also researched and wrote destination material on Chiang Mai used by the hotel
  • In early 2012, took over entire production of hotel's monthly guest newsletter - writing, graphic design and printing

Copywriter

Best Western Asia & Middle East
Bangkok, Thailand
10.2009 - 10.2011
  • Company Overview: Head Office located in Bangkok
  • Was appointed official copywriter for the Best Western Asia & Middle East Head Office located in Bangkok, with responsibility for writing press releases, online content, brochure text and other material as required by properties throughout Asia and the Middle East under various brands including Best Western, Best Western Plus and Best Western Premier
  • Also wrote speeches for the Head Office's VP for Operations in Asia to deliver at various events such as new hotel openings, product launches, corporate meetings and industry conferences
  • Head Office located in Bangkok

Copy Editor

MCOT News
Bangkok, Thailand
06.2007 - 06.2009
  • Company Overview: MCOT Public Company Ltd's Thai News Agency
  • Edited presenter's scripts for MCOT News, an English-language news and current affairs TV show broadcast weeknights on Channel 9
  • Voiced the show's international news section
  • MCOT Public Company Ltd's Thai News Agency

News Anchor

U&I Corp.
Bangkok, Thailand
06.2000 - 12.2005
  • Company Overview: Virgin Radio Thailand
  • Wrote and read the live top-of-the-hour English-language hourly news bulletins on 95.5 FMX (until station was rebranded to Thai-language format in 2003) and Smooth FM 105
  • Virgin Radio Thailand

Founder and Managing Director

MG Media Corp
Bangkok, Thailand
01.2001 - 12.2002
  • Established the graphic design and printing company MG Media Corp, providing copywriting, graphic design and printing services to a range of companies in various fields but focusing primarily in travel and tourism (hotels and resorts, airlines, tour operators etc)
  • Over the course of a decade, clients included Marriott Vacation Club, Marriott's Phuket Beach Club, Banthai Beach Resort & Spa, Asia World Enterprise, Exotissimo Travel, Arosa Travel Service, Other Ways, East West Siam, SpiceRoads, Mekong Tourism Office, Star Alliance, Shrewsbury International School, Bangkok Prep and Pacific City Club
  • Created Siam Discoverer magazine, distributed in New Zealand for use by travel agents as a sales tool and by their clients visiting Thailand as a travel guide

News & Feature Editor

Travel Trade Report magazine
Bangkok, Thailand
06.1998 - 05.2000
  • Relocated back to Thailand, overseeing editorial team of 4 reporters and handling editorial/advertising liaisons
  • Covered the Southeast Asia region, traveling regularly to Malaysia, Indonesia, the Philippines, Cambodia, Laos, Vietnam, Myanmar and Singapore to research and write destination reports and gather the latest industry news
  • Co-managed team producing ATF Daily publication at 1998, 1999 and 2000 Asean Tourism Forum conferences

Skills

  • Journalism
  • Copywriting
  • Sub-editing
  • Content Creation
  • Attention to Detail
  • Broadcasting
  • Media Industry Experience
  • Online Content
  • On-air Presentation
  • Team Collaboration
  • Editorial Understanding
  • Advertising Knowledge
  • Marketing Knowledge
  • Production Knowledge
  • Appreciation for Written and Spoken Word

Hobbies and Interests

  • Travel
  • Food
  • Music
  • History
  • Sport
  • Reading
  • Movies

Copywriting Experience

  • Burasari Group, 04/01/19, 03/31/20, Wrote weekly social media posts and press releases.
  • The Amiris, 08/01/17, Present, Write press releases and speeches for TAT executives.
  • Inetasia (Thailand Office), 01/01/13, 02/28/18, Wrote monthly articles and press releases for clients.
  • JW Marriott Phuket Resort & Spa, 01/01/12, 06/30/15, Wrote press releases and online content.
  • Best Western Asia & Middle East, 10/01/09, 10/31/11, Official copywriter for the Best Western Asia & Middle East Head Office.
  • Mandarin Oriental Dhara Dhevi, Chiang Mai, 05/01/07, 05/31/13, Wrote press releases and newsletter text.

Work Preference

Work Type

Full TimePart TimeContract Work

Work Location

On-SiteRemoteHybrid

Important To Me

Flexible work hoursWork from home option

Timeline

Copywriter - Burasari Group
04.2019 - 03.2020
Video, News & Content Editor - NewsOps
01.2018 - 12.2018
Copywriter - The Amiris
08.2017 - Current
Copywriter - Inetasia
01.2013 - 02.2018
Copywriter - JW Marriott Phuket Resort & Spa
01.2012 - 06.2015
Copywriter - Best Western Asia & Middle East
10.2009 - 10.2011
Copy Editor - MCOT News
06.2007 - 06.2009
Copywriter - Mandarin Oriental Dhara Dhevi, Chiang Mai
05.2007 - 05.2013
News Anchor - Met107 FM
02.2006 - 12.2020
Founder and Managing Director - MG Media Corp
01.2001 - 12.2002
News Anchor - U&I Corp.
06.2000 - 12.2005
News & Feature Editor - Travel Trade Report magazine
06.1998 - 05.2000

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