Jess Distill
About Jess Distill
Jess Distill is an English Second Language Teacher with a background in copywriting and marketing. She has experience as a touring folk artist and has worked in various communications roles, while also pursuing freelance writing focused on travel, music, and eco-friendly topics.
Work at Cambly
Jess Distill has been employed as an English Second Language Teacher at Cambly Inc. since 2021. In this role, Jess provides one-on-one English language instruction to students from various backgrounds. Cambly is known for its flexible learning environment, allowing students to practice their English skills with native speakers. Jess's experience in teaching English as a second language contributes to the effective learning experiences offered to Cambly's users.
Education and Expertise
Jess Distill studied at i-to-i TEFL, where she completed a Level 5 diploma in Teaching English as a Second or Foreign Language/ESL Language Instructor in 2021. Additionally, she graduated with distinction from the Level 4 Copywriting Diploma course at the College of Media and Publishing in June 2020. Jess also holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft from De Montfort University, which she completed from 2007 to 2010.
Background
Jess Distill has a diverse professional background that includes roles in education, marketing, and the arts. She worked as a Marketing Manager at Harpendenpublichalls from 2017 to 2019 and served as a Communications and Campaigns Officer at Communities 1st for two months in 2021. Jess also has experience in journalism, having interned at the Reykjavik Grapevine Magazine and worked as a journalist there for three months in 2020.
Achievements
Jess Distill has spent eight years as a professional touring and recording folk artist, during which she won multiple awards and released several critically acclaimed albums. She founded and managed The Company of Players, a music project inspired by Shakespeare, which produced a debut album recognized as one of the Sunday Times’ Top 100 Albums of 2018. These accomplishments highlight her contributions to the music and arts community.
Freelance Work and Writing
Since 2020, Jess Distill has been working as a self-employed freelance copywriter, focusing on various sectors including travel, music, literature, arts, fashion, beauty, and eco-friendly companies and products. In addition to her freelance work, she has been a contributing writer for Safe & Sound since 2021, further showcasing her writing skills and versatility in content creation.