Jo Fisher is a poet, writer, editor, and artist living in Southampton. She moved to the city over a decade ago to study at the University of Southampton (BA English; MA English Literary Studies) and currently works at the University as a Copywriter and Editor. She is also a Trustee for Winchester Poetry Festival.

Alongside her day job, she freelances as a writer and content creator, with experience in reviewing cultural events and theatrical productions, developing social media content and writing website and blog post copy. Previously, she has written bespoke poetry for Southampton City Council and the University of Southampton. She also collaborated with The Big Issue and GO! Southampton to create a special edition of the magazine in 2021.

Jo regularly shares her poetry at local open mic nights and cultural events such as Write a Note, DIY Southampton and JHG Poetry. In 2024, she curated and hosted ‘Poets and Pints’ at SO:Fringe Festival and ‘Verse in the Vaults’ at Music in the City. She performed her poetry for the recent City of Culture bid, and has appeared on BBC Radio Solent several times. In 2019, she represented the Solent region at the Hammer & Tongue Slam Final, performing at the Royal Albert Hall. Her writing has also been turned into a neon light installation at God’s House Tower, which can be seen behind the cafe bar.

When she’s not writing poetry or working, Jo shares her creativity on social media and Substack. She can usually be found exploring the local area, making the most of Southampton’s art galleries, theatres and museums, enjoying independent cafes and eateries, flexing her green fingers, and connecting with her creative surroundings. 

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