Iona Brannon

About

As a freelance journalist, I create reader-oriented stories for publications such as CN Traveler, AFAR, Travel + Leisure, Bon Appetit, Business Insider, Vice, and more. I focus on intercultural topics, such as travel, food, lifestyle, and social issues, and use photography and writing to draw out the voices and perspectives of diverse communities and individuals.Previously, I was a Content Strategist at ParkSleepFly.com, where I developed and executed SEO strategies, wrote and edited engaging web copy, and managed social media channels. I increased the organic traffic and conversions by over 50% in one year, thanks to my advanced grammar and SEO skills, which I also certified through LinkedIn courses. Additionally, I have a strong academic background, with honors such as the Provost's List and Alpha Chi, and multilingual skills in English, Mandarin, and Uzbek. I am passionate about storytelling and learning from different cultures and experiences.