Austin L. Ray

Austin L. Ray is an experienced marketing and content writer currently serving as the Lead Marketing Writer at MailChimp since March 2011. In addition to this role, Austin has developed the semi-monthly essay series "How I'd Fix Atlanta" and contributes as a writer for Tip Top Proper Cocktails, focusing on various marketing materials. Austin has also worked as a freelance writer for notable publications, including Atlanta Magazine, Creative Loafing, BeerAdvocate, and The A.V. Club, showcasing expertise across topics such as food, beer, and culture. Previous positions include various editorial roles at Good Beer Hunting and leading a local beer column for Creative Loafing. Austin's educational background includes a degree in English, Creative Writing, and Literature from the University of Missouri-Columbia.