Ed Marsh creates content and community
Hi, I'm Ed Marsh. I've created and managed concise, consistent, and accessible content for over three decades. I specialize in defining and uplifting documentation best practices, including content strategy and information architecture.
I built this site to show how my content and technical expertise can help your clients, developers, and stakeholders.
Blog: Creating a static site
I updated and simplified my old WordPress site using the Eleventy static site generator. Here's how I can use the lessons learned to help you meet your content goals. Check back frequently to read the full series!
Creating reusable content for static site generators (SSGs)
I modularized my content to display it in the right place at the right time—a major tenet of content strategy.
The how: Building the site structure
I started my information architecture with my existing WordPress site architecture. Then I started to put all the content pieces together.
Recent podcasts
The Content Content podcast is where I interview “the people behind the content” in technical communication, content strategy, content marketing, implementation, and more. Check out all of the amazing people I spoke with.
Sink and swim situation with Ann Rockley
The “Mother of Content Strategy” discusses a 30+ year consulting career, pivoting to a new business, and more.
A really fancy webform with Patrick Bosek
The Heretto CEO explains why “pure” techcomm is going away, why being a CEO is like being an eight year-old with a lemonade stand, and more.
Clarity over consistency with MJ Babic
“The best term to use to call what I was doing was UX writing” says UX Writer MJ Babic.
Not acting like slow computers with Rahel Bailie
Rahel talks about an uneven history of content strategy, object-oriented content, how her career has led her across two continents, and the history of women in technical communication.
How I can help you
Here are the biggest ways I can impact your organization. See all the ways I can help.
Content strategy
Is your content working for your organization? I can help you find out, and improve your entire content experience.
Information architecture
Like a house, content needs architecture and structure. I can guide you toward effective information architecture.
Content reviews
Is your website and its content working for you? Here’s a free checklist to help you find out.