Natalie Hambly
Senior Editor/Writing Coach
About Natalie.
Natalie Hambly
Natalie is a passionate storyteller and experienced editor dedicated to helping emerging writers tell their stories with authenticity and confidence. She specialises in memoir and narrative non-fiction that connects deeply with audiences.
With a career spanning major Australian media organisations, Natalie brings an editor’s precision and a storyteller’s heart to every project. She has led award-winning creative teams, launched national storytelling initiatives, and developed successful podcasts and digital platforms that celebrate diverse voices.
Based in Sydney, Natalie is driven by a belief in the transformative power of storytelling – how sharing our lived experiences can create empathy, connection and change.
Professional qualifications & credentials.
✓ BComm, University of Technology Sydney (Journalism)
Education
✓ 15+ years in journalism, digital media and storytelling
✓ Managing Editor & Executive Producer, SBS
✓ Digital News Editor, The Sydney Morning Herald
✓ Ambassador, University of Technology Sydney
Professional experience
✓ Published widely through SBS Voices and The Sydney Morning Herald
✓ Co-host and contributor, Eyes on Gilead: A Handmaid’s Tale podcast
✓ Executive Producer of short-form documentary series The Swiping Game
✓ Founder of the national Emerging Writers’ Competition for SBS
Publications & media
✓ Eyes on Gilead podcast – Signal Award winner (US)
✓ The Swiping Game documentary series – Content Innovation award (UK)
✓ Let Me Tell You podcast – Australian Podcast Award winner
Awards & recognition
Areas of expertise.
Memoir and personal storytelling
Editorial development and coaching
Podcast production and content strategy
Digital storytelling and audience engagement
Creative writing mentorship
Natalie works with writers, creatives and organisations who want to tell meaningful, emotionally resonant stories. She helps clients shape memoirs, essays and editorial projects that capture authenticity and purpose – from first drafts through to polished publication-ready work.
Her approach blends deep editorial expertise with coaching insight, empowering clients to find their voice, strengthen their narrative structure, and connect with audiences.
Ideal for:
- Emerging or established writers developing memoir or creative non-fiction projects
- Organisations creating podcasts or other storytelling content
- Professionals seeking coaching to refine their writing or narrative skills
Get in touch to work with Natalie: editor@goodprosestudios.com