TEDTalk speech writer
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TEDTalk Speech

£1,250

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A TED Talk isn’t just a speech – it’s an idea worth spreading.

As a BBC-trained producer and global speechwriter, I’ll help you craft a talk that inspires, persuades, and feels unmistakably yours. From defining your core message to delivering a polished, story-rich script (with optional coaching), I ensure your talk captures attention and leaves a lasting impact.

I’ve written and coached for TEDx, primetime TV audiences of 7 million+, and executives who want to lead with authority and charisma.

Here’s what I bring to your talk:

  • 🎯 A clear, memorable “idea worth spreading” at the heart of your message

  • 🎤 A script written for spoken delivery – with rhythm, pace, and impact

  • 📚 Storytelling techniques honed from 12+ years at the BBC

  • 🌍 Experience with TEDx speakers, CEOs, and media personalities

  • ⭐ Proven results, with Trustpilot 5-star reviews from clients worldwide

  • 💡 Optional delivery coaching so you step on stage with confidence

Find out how we can work together and why my clients hire me…

How it works

💬 Step 1 - Initial Consultation - Free 30 min

Let’s get to know each other before we commit. We can discuss how we can work together, the aim of your talk and the timescales involved. This package assumes the speech will be 18 mins in length or less. Basic background research will come as standard but I will also rely on your industry expertise. I appreciate any background research you can provide prior to work commencing,

📝 Step 2 - Kick-off briefing

I’ll send you a set of tailored questions to understand your idea, audience, and personal voice. We’ll also have a comprehensive online meeting to dive into the detail further and get to know your voice. Most people come to me knowing they’ve got a lot to say – but they’re not sure what the central hook is, or how to distil everything into one clear, powerful message. That’s normal. Part of my job is to help you identify the “idea worth spreading” at the heart of your talk.

💡 Step 3 - Idea framing & outline

You’ll approve the outline before I move to full drafting. I’ll take your stories, experiences, and research, then shape them into a TED-style structure with a strong opening hook, a narrative arc that builds momentum, and a memorable core message that people can take away.

✍️ Step 4 - Drafting the talk

I’ll write your script, blending storytelling, research, and quotable lines. You’ll receive a full draft that’s designed for spoken delivery, not just reading on paper. I’ll also ensure the talk sounds authentically ‘you’.

🔄 Step 5 - Refine & Revisions

This stage is always a collaboration. Once you’ve had a chance to sit with the draft, we’ll go through it together – discussing what feels right, what feels less “you,” and where we can push the storytelling further. Some clients like to workshop lines with me live, others prefer sending thoughts in writing – either way, it’s an interactive process, not me disappearing into a cave. I’ll refine the script based on your feedback, polishing for clarity, timing, and rhythm. The goal isn’t just words on a page – it’s a talk that flows naturally in your voice, not mine. Unlimited edits till we nail it.

🎤 (Optional) Stage 6 - Discounted Delivery Coaching

If you choose the Delivery Add-On, I can coach you on body language, pacing, and delivery techniques so you step on stage with confidence and impact. As an ex-BBC director, I know the pro tips that will make you confident and credible. Some of my clients have said our work together has had a life changing impact on their lives.

Why Clients Hire Me...

TED talk speechwriter I spent over a decade at the BBC, producing primetime shows watched by millions, from investigative journalism to Children in Need.

The golden rule I learnt? People don’t just tune in for information – they tune in for connection.

A boring talk begins, “Today I want to discuss workplace productivity.” A compelling one starts, “I once discovered the secret to productivity in a queue at the post office.”

One sounds like homework. The other makes you curious. That’s the difference I bring: shaping your idea so it makes people feel as well as think.

Read my TED Talk Examples – but remember, what might be right for someone else’s voice, may not be right for you!

 

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The clients I work with range from TEDx speakers to CEOs and charity leaders.

Some appear on international stages, others simply want a TED Talk-style keynote for their team or industry conference.

One client told me, “You helped me believe I had the authority to talk about this.” Another said, “I finally stopped hiding behind slides.”

I’ve also been trusted by the media with features in The Guardian, Forbes, The New York Times and, of course, the BBC itself.

Hopefully after working with me, you’ll also know How To Write A TED Talk (Like A Pro). 

business speeches speech writer uk Great TED Talks are remembered because they’re daring.

Think Sir Ken Robinson on why schools kill creativity, or Brené Brown on the power of vulnerability.

They start with a hook, deliver a story, and leave you changed.

A poor talk? It’s a list of bullet points in disguise, with the speaker looking like they’d rather be anywhere else.

My job is to ensure you never give that talk. I craft scripts designed to be spoken aloud – full of rhythm, humour, and lines that sound natural in your voice.

speeches business speech uk I founded a speechwriting agency that works with clients around the world, but I never forget the person behind the podium.

I’ve helped entrepreneurs land investment, charity leaders rally teams, politicians inspire and nervous first-timers own a stage.

Whether it’s an intimate TEDx event or a 2,000-seat conference hall, I make sure your message cuts through the noise.

And if you’re not literally on a TED stage? You can still deliver a talk with TED-level impact – to your staff, at a product launch, or even at a retirement send-off.

business speechwriter talking to client The Speechy Trustpilot page is full of ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ reviews praising the process and the results.

One client wrote, “You turned my rough thoughts and turned them into something powerful.” Another: “I thought I needed slides, but you showed me all I needed was a story.”

These aren’t just testimonials – they’re proof that with the right help, anyone can give a talk that people remember.

Several clients have said the work we’ve done together has had a life-changing impact on them.

heidi ellert mcdermott business speechwriter Many of my clients keep working with me after their TED Talk or keynote.

Once I understand your voice and principles, it becomes easier to build on your story for leadership speeches, award ceremonies, launch events, or ghostwritten op-eds.

Think of it as having someone who knows how to shape your message, whatever the stage.

One executive told me, “You’re the only writer who can make me sound smart and funny.” That’s the best compliment a speechwriter can get.

We’re rated ‘Excellent' on Trustpilot for a reason...

Heidi didn't just help me deliver a great talk, she showed me how to tell a story and deliver it with conviction.
Thank you Heidi. I can't explain how great the reaction was. It's completely changed my attitude to public speaking - and I may even choose to do more! Who'd have thought.
You helped me realise I had a much stronger point to make and I'm so grateful for your wise guidance. Sure the audience would be too if they knew I'd had help! Looking back, my first draft was pretty poor. Thank you for saving me.
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