Testimonials

Gayle Staton, Sr. Marketing Manager, STELLAR 

“Laura is a talented content writer and editor. She is able to adapt her style to suit any need from full-length articles to press releases to social media campaigns. Her journalism and photography experience makes her a powerhouse member of any PR team. As a leader, Laura is both organized and committed. She is an open communicator and understands the need to discuss challenges, find solutions and move forward. Team members like and respect her as a person and as a teammate. I very much enjoyed working with her.”

John Annunziata, Managing Editor, FLORIDA TREND 

“I worked closely with Laura for two years while she was covering the Northeast Around the State section for Florida Trend. She was one of the best freelancers I’ve had the opportunity to work with — very professional and easy to get along with. She took ownership of her assignments in a way that made my job very easy. She’s always welcome back.”

Daron Dean, Photojournalist & Adjunct Professor, THE ST. AUGUSTINE RECORD 

“I had the pleasure of working with Laura in her role as Features Editor at The St. Augustine Record. Laura is a wordsmith. Her mastery of the English language is evident in the stories she writes and the projects that she supervises. Her writing is strong in both style and content. Laura is hardworking, professional and creative. The enthusiasm she brings to the workplace is refreshing. It was a pleasure to work with Laura. I give her my highest recommendation.”

Brent Woronoff, Sports Editor, THE ST. AUGUSTINE RECORD

I’ve worked with Laura Hampton during the past four years at the St. Augustine Record. She is one of the best editors I’ve worked with in my 30-plus years in the newspaper business. Her command of the English language and attention to detail are second to none. She routinely turned handouts and releases into quality stories. Only a first-rate writer could pull that off with regularity, and Laura’s writing is always creative and compelling.

I was asked once to proof one of the quarterly magazines she produced at the Record. I couldn’t find a typo or fact error in the entire product. Most of the stories she wrote herself. All of the others she edited. Her attention to detail is superb. Many times in her capacity as features editor, problems arose with correspondents and hub designers, She managed to solve every situation without ever missing a deadline. I would highly recommend Laura as a writer and editor.

Lucy Reep, Vice President of Operations, BREEZEGO INTERNET MARKETING 

“Laura was one of the bright spots at Breezego! Her writing and editing abilities, combined with her professionalism made her an outstanding addition to the team. She thinks creatively and distills information from multiple sources into a cohesive story. As an editor, she shows excellent attention to detail. Her problem-solving skills and command of the English language are definitely a strong suit. And most importantly for both a writer and an editor, Laura meets deadlines! I’m glad we had the opportunity to work together, and I highly recommend her work.”

Lisa Davies, Project Manager, HERITAGE PUBLISHING INC.

“Laura is one of the most dedicated and detail-oriented journalists with whom I have had the pleasure to work. Her careful consideration to crafting every word quickly makes her a valuable resource as the go-to expert for editorial style. Whether conducting an in-depth interview or polishing ad copy, Laura applies the same high standards with enthusiasm and professionalism to achieve the best written piece possible. Laura frequently goes above and beyond–working nights and weekends–as a photojournalist to ensure the writing she and her colleagues produce is well complemented with photographs.”

Steffie Corcoran, Senior Editor, OKLAHOMA TODAY

“Regardless of the particulars of your company and its mission, Laura will be an asset. She has a very strong intrinsic—and understated—work ethic.

Being a hard worker is important, but talent and skill are essential as well. Laura also possesses both of these qualities in abundance. The quality of her work is always high and her attention to detail strong. She has a solid, inquisitive mind suited to any type of journalism or media career. On top of that, Laura has a wonderful personality and is delightful to be around. She is , in fact, the whole package. I really cannot say enough positive things about her and wholeheartedly recommend her.”

James S. Tyree, Reporter, THE DAILY OKLAHOMAN

“I don’t give flowery letters of recommendation freely, because backing an ill-equipped candidate or one of lousy character reflects poorly on me. That is why you can rest assured that my high recommendation for Laura is truly warranted. I can vouch for her tireless work ethic, high intellect matched by common sense, and for the immense character that she has—and is. She knows more than the simple “Xs and Os” of mass media, she also has the experience to understand the “whys,” as in why and how organizations must reach out to the public and put out a superior product. The writer, editor, colleague and person that is Laura Hampton will enrich your staff; that’s the bottom line.”

Judy Gibbs Robinson, Editorial Advisor, THE OKLAHOMA DAILY 

“I first met Laura in the summer of 2008, when she arrived on campus to major in journalism and came to work at The Oklahoma Daily. Laura was a very quick learner, and her byline count that summer quickly eclipsed those of all her peers. But more importantly, Laura earned the respect of the rest of the staff that summer for her zeal, her great attitude and the excellent quality of her work. In my opinion, any publication would be lucky to have her.”