Words and Waves is an independent content writing studio located on the coast of Portugal.
We’re a small team of creative professionals delivering strategic, high-quality content for real-world business needs.
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Hi, I’m Melissa – a Swiss communications professional and copywriter, and the founder of Words and Waves.
I help entrepreneurs and SMEs find the right words to bring their visions to life and communicate effectively with their target audience.
After 15 years of living and working across three continents, I’ve found home in Ericeira – a small coastal town in Portugal. It’s here that Words and Waves was born, inspired by my deep connection to nature and the ocean.
As a writer, I draw clarity and inspiration from the Atlantic:
I craft words with rhythm and flow – sometimes calm and steady, sometimes bold and untamed, like the waves themselves.
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🌊 You want to launch a new brand or business and need help with copywriting in German or English.
🌊 You already have a website or brand that needs a copy refresh – strategic, sharp, and conversion-ready.
🌊 You’re pivoting and want to connect with a new or broader audience through words that convey meaning and emotions.
🌊 You need UX writing that is clear, concise, and useful – and makes every click, scroll, and interaction feel seamless.
🌊 You’re looking to boost your visibility and conversions with high-quality SEO blogs on your website.
🌊 You want to work with a professional ghostwriter to bring your LinkedIn profile to the next level.
🌊 You need a writer with a linguistic background and experience in localisation for different target markets
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Dr. Negar Barazandeh
M.D. & Women’s Health Specialist
As a busy doctor and mother of two, I struggled to find the time to update my website. My services and audience have evolved, and Melissa came in at just the right time to help me refocus and refine my online presence.
She took the time to truly understand my goals and vision, then created clear, structured briefings for each subpage. Her suggestions around UX and SEO were spot-on, and the new copy she wrote beautifully captures the essence of my philosophy as a medical practitioner.
I couldn’t have expressed it better myself. I highly recommend Melissa as a thoughtful, skilled writer and collaborator.
Alessandro de Giacomo
Mental Health Coach
https://www.lobstercoaching.com/
Melissa did a stellar job in rewriting my website copy during a critical phase of transitioning my business target niche. Her ability to immerse herself in the business identity and its market challenges enabled her to transform our website, which resonates clearly with clients, not only in words but also in terms of UX. What I appreciated most during our collaboration was her passion, professionalism, and talent as a writer. I enjoyed working with Melissa through honest communication and with a focus on high-quality output.
Roy Morrison
Real Estate Marketer
Melissa brought her writing expertise to help us optimise the copy for our “Friends for Friends” rewards programme. She quickly grasped our audience and goals, translating them into clear, engaging content that significantly improved the user journey. In addition to refining campaign messaging, she crafted a series of email flows tailored to our buyers and delivered multiple SEO blog articles for one of our partner sites. Melissa is an excellent communicator – reliable, responsive, and always delivering high-quality work on time. We highly recommend her to any brand looking for a skilled and strategic content partner.
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Janosch Willi
Founder & Recruitment Consultant
I reached out to Melissa for help with proofreading, editing, and localising a pitch deck for a new business we’re preparing to launch in the German-speaking market.
With limited time and little experience in the nuances of localisation, I knew I needed an expert eye – and Melissa delivered. She caught even the smallest linguistic details, ensured consistent terminology throughout, and sharpened the overall tone of voice.
She also helped tidy up the layout, and the final pitch deck was clear, compelling, and ready to present.