Welcome to Crushtor.net 2.0
This is the personal blog of Tom Valcanis, freelance journalist and copywriter. Since 2009 I’ve has built a business upon delivering expertly researched, creative and eye-catching copy for a variety of publications and companies.
I’ve written for both print and online as a freelance journalist.
I was a regular contributor to Hysteria Magazine, HEAVY Magazine, Beat Magazine, TheVine, The Big Issue and Metal As Fuck. Some less regular than others.
I’ve been published by Onya Magazine, 666metal.com, Upstart Magazine, The AU Review, Australian Hysteria Magazine,Mess+Noise, Frantik Magazine, The Void, The Metal Forge, The Pun, Invisible Oranges, Junkee, The Spectator and Buzz Magazine. I’ve worked in newsrooms for the Melbourne City Newspaper and NewsBites, a finance newswire.
I have improved businesses as a copywriter and media consultant. I was the Marketing and Communications Officer for the .au Domain Administration. He has created and managed major web and app projects such as HistoryWow. I’ve consulted for Rivers Clothing Australia, LogL, Gamut Global, Diamond Dog Food & Bakery, Bayside Hapkido, The Yard Restaurant and Bar, Dr. Herb Goldberg, Ph.D., BerserkerfoX, ApproveMyLoan.com.au, and Savvy, considerably boosting their profiles.
For my full portfolio, check out I Sell Words.
My former editor and mentor, Leticia Supple, honoured him with writing the introduction to her book, Music Journalism 101. It's the ultimate resource for writers interested in music journalism or for established rock writers to hone their skills. You can purchase a copy on Amazon.
If you like what you see, contact me.