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Virginia Beach, Virginia
I have more than 30 years of experience in both an editorial capacity and in various office environments and would make a good candidate for your position. These jobs have been as varied as media (newspapers, magazines, and Internet), search engine marketing (Microsoft and Google), and construction. These positions have required me to be very detail-oriented and to manage multiple tasks simultaneously. My current specialties include editing for products (including descriptions and reviews), content related to small businesses of all types, including real estate, insurance, accounting, and banking, health and fitness, and niche businesses and startups. My clients in this area have included notable companies like Fit Small Business, Forbes Advisor, Forbes Global Properties, Fortune Recommends, Centerfield, Digital.com, Homefield Health, eZdia, Amazon and Amazon Web Services, eBay, Walmart, and many others. Additionally, I also have a culinary arts degree, have worked as a chef, and copy edited and proofread several cookbooks and diet-related books. From my newspaper days, I have a great deal of experience related to sports content of all types - both team and individual. I also have extensive multimedia experience and even publish a music-related blog on a daily basis.
- Copy Editing
- Fact-Checking
- Sports Writing
- Style Guide
- Editing & Proofreading
- Content Writing
- Editorial Writing
- AP Style Writing
- US English Dialect
- Content Editing
- Proofreading
- Writing
- Quality Assurance
Toronto, Canada
Hello! I'm an adept and reliable editor/writer with several years' worth of experience in creative writing, SEO and content writing, copyediting, line editing, developmental editing, and proofreading. My goal is to eventually end up as the freelance editing/writing equivalent of Kobe Bryant. In other words, someone who is highly efficient, clutch, extremely attentive to detail, and the hardest working! I am a graduate of Toronto Metropolitan University's (formerly Ryerson) journalism program with a minor in English. I've written extensively for the National Post, Bloomberg, The Ryersonian, Yonge Magazine, The EyeOpener, Huffington Post, and several other publications. I also served as head Deputy Editor/Head Copyeditor at The Ryersonian, and for two years I operated as Co-Founder and Executive Editor of Yonge Magazine, a successful online multimedia platform. My short fiction can be found online at STORGY Magazine, in Sixfold's Summer 2023 Issue, and in the Muskeg Press collection of short stories entitled, "Influenced: Stories From the Lockdown." My skills include editing anything and everything (from textbooks to short stories, SEO content to graduate theses), copyediting, copywriting, proofreading, line editing, general/substantive editing, unique fiction writing, ghostwriting, writing editorial content on a variety of topics (film, television, music, sports, food, travel, health, SEO content, etc.), and researching and fact-checking. My main goal on Upwork is to help you create the most polished and creative product imaginable. So, if you're a fiction writer looking to take your manuscript to the next level, a content creator in need of some final last-minute touches on a blog post, or someone who needs an inspired and highly imaginative writer to deliver on some professional editorial/fiction pieces, then I'm the man for the job!
- Creative Writing
- Fact-Checking
- Comedy
- Candidate Interviewing
- Content Writing
- Copy Editing
- Proofreading
- Book Editing
Placerville, California
Reading and writing is my passion. I'm fascinated with wordsmithing! I've had over twenty years experience writing lessons, curriculum, powerpoint presentations, staffing related documents, forms, and much more. With extensive experience in editing, proofreading, and coaching writers to improve their craft, I've recently been honored to receive the Top Rated badge on the Upwork platform, putting me in the top 10% of freelancers on this site! I work with multiple publishers across several reading genres editing and proofreading their many projects across several authors and book projects, and enjoy a productively great relationship with each and every one. With a Bachelor's Degree in English from UC Berkeley and a Master's Degree in Leadership and Global Issues (socio-economics/cultural), I am well trained and experienced to handle the context, editing, and proofreading in many genres. Choose me to help you along in your project, and you'll get someone highly skilled in wordsmithing who also has a passion to help my clients succeed and thrive in their projects!
- Editing & Proofreading
- Proofreading
- Academic Proofreading
Lagos, Nigeria
YouTube channels lose viewers in the first 60 seconds or they keep them for 15 minutes. The difference is almost always the script. I write long-form YouTube scripts for True Crime, Documentary, and Narrative channels that are built to hold attention from the first line to the final frame. Creators and content agencies hire me when they need scripts that feel cinematic, hit the right tone, and deliver on watch time, not just word count. What I specialize in: True crime and dark narrative scripts that build suspense slowly and release it at exactly the right moment. Documentary and discovery-style scripts covering history, mysteries, archaeology, and human stories. Business and finance breakdowns that turn complex strategies into gripping stories. Health, wellness and fitness scripts written for older adult audiences who want real information delivered clearly. AI, tech and SaaS explainer scripts that simplify without dumbing down. Every script I deliver is structured for retention. That means a hook that earns the viewer's attention in the first 30 seconds, pacing checkpoints that re-engage before attention drifts, and an ending that makes the viewer want to click the next video. I also write with the full production team in mind. Scripts are formatted cleanly for voice actors, with natural breathing room in the prose and transitions that cut well for editors. No awkward run-ons. No lines that sound good on paper and fall apart on delivery. My recent work includes scripts for military documentary channels, lifestyle and celebrity channels, true crime content, and ongoing script partnerships with YouTube automation agencies. If your channel needs scripts that actually keep people watching, send me a message and tell me what you are working on.
- Scriptwriting
- YouTube Channel Intro
- True Crime
- Documentary
- Content Writing
- Creative Writing
- Long-Form Writing
- Ghostwriting
- Narrative
- Promotional Video Script
- Health & Wellness
- Customer Retention
- Storytelling
- Explainer Video
- History
- Research & Strategy
Green Bay, Wisconsin
I have a Bachelor's Degree in Creative Writing (with a Minor in Communications) from the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay. I took rigorous courses in both academic writing, research, and creative writing. I specialized in poetry. I served on the school's literary journal, the Sheepshead Review, for two years, or four semesters. For three of those semesters I was on the editing team. I was the nonfiction editor one semester, and then co-chief and chief copyeditor for two semesters, respectively. I'm very good at looking through things and finding flaws, as well as rewording sentences so they make more sense. I'm also very good at casual writing and writing poetry, short stories, and articles for newspapers, which would translate over to blogs. If I have to do a little research, that's no problem. I once had to write a ten page research paper, so this is no big deal! I have been on Upwork for over 6 years now and I have edited over 160 manuscripts. I am the listed editor on the book AEGIS by Aether Quinn and registered in Bowker's databases (where the ISBNs for the book came from). In my downtime I'm a huge nerd who reads, plays video games, and is into other geeky culture. I'm also a wife and have an adorable calico cat named Leliana. I very much look forward to working with anyone who is interested. I look forward to hearing from you!
- Blog Content
- Novel
- Poetry
- English
- Book Editing
- Story Editing
- Content Editing
- Line Editing
- Blog Writing
- Commenting
- Editing & Proofreading
Bac Giang, Vietnam
🚀 I help YouTube creators and brands turn raw footage into engaging videos that increase retention and views. Some of the videos I’ve edited have reached over 3 million views, with many others consistently hitting 100K+ views, giving me a strong understanding of what truly works on YouTube. With 5+ years of experience and a strong track record on Upwork, I understand what works and what keeps viewers watching. Whether you need faceless videos, YouTube automation content, or high-converting social media ads, I can help you bring your ideas to life. 🎬 What I can help you with: • YouTube video editing (long-form & talking head) • Short-form content (TikTok, Reels, Shorts) • Faceless / YouTube automation videos • Documentary & storytelling videos • Podcast editing (audio & video) • Social media & ad videos (UGC, VSL, e-commerce) 💼 What you can expect: • High-quality work with attention to detail • Fast turnaround & reliable communication • Content optimized for engagement & retention 👉 Let’s create something that stands out.
- Video Editing
- YouTube
- Video Post-Editing
- Video Advertising
- Social Video Marketing
- Motion Graphics
- Video Color Correction
- Film Editing
- Adobe Creative Cloud
- Adobe Premiere Pro
- Adobe After Effects
- Video Editing & Production
- Short Video Ad
- Social Media Video
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Editor hiring guide
Editors transform rough drafts into polished, professional content that connects with your target audience. Beyond correcting grammar and typos, skilled editors improve structure, enhance clarity, ensure brand consistency, fact check, and more. Whether you need a one-time proofread or ongoing editorial support, the right editor can elevate your message and protect your credibility.
What does an editor do?
An editor improves written content by refining grammar, punctuation, structure, tone, and clarity. They ensure materials align with your style guide and suit the target audience. Editors collaborate with writers and publishers using tools like Google Docs, Microsoft Word, and Adobe Acrobat. Their day-to-day work might include:
Proofreading and copy editing. They correct spelling, punctuation, and word choice errors while maintaining consistency.
Fact checking. Editors verify sources, cross-check data, and flag statements requiring evidence.
Line editing and developmental editing. Editors improve sentence flow and restructure sections to strengthen readability.
Formatting and style compliance. Formatting material to meet different style guides (AP, APA, MLA, Chicago, etc.) to create cohesive documents.
Editors work with authors of nonfiction books, technical manuals, web content, and any other format that uses the written word.
How to hire an editor on Upwork
Upwork makes it easy to find skilled editors for any project, from one-time proofreading to ongoing editorial partnerships. The hiring process is flexible, fast, and built to help you find professionals with verified editing experience.
Step 1: Post a job
A well-crafted job posting helps qualified editors find your project and see that they want to submit a proposal for it. In your post:
Detail whether you need proofreading, copy editing, fact-checking, or developmental editing
Describe the length of the project either in word count (for a one-off project) or number of published articles per month (for ongoing commitments)
Mention file types and platforms (e.g., Word, Google Docs, Adobe, or Canva)
State preferred experience, including knowledge of style guides or familiarity with specific genres or industries
To draft a job post quickly, try the Job Post Generator powered by Uma™, Upwork’s Mindful AI. Describe what you need in a few sentences, and Uma will craft a tailored job post in seconds. You can also use Upwork's editor job description template as a starting point.
Step 2: Evaluate candidates
Once you start to receive proposals, you can compare candidates based on skills, testimonials, and past projects.
Use Uma to analyze proposals and conduct instant video interviews
Use Upwork’s feature to filter candidates by rate, location, and experience
Review proposals to see that the candidates understand your needs and have an idea of how to move forward, or are asking informed questions
Review profiles to verify skills and experience
Check client feedback and testimonials
Step 3: Interview your top choices
Quick video interviews can help you understand the editor’s process and get a feel for your compatibility with them.
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Ask about their experience and approach to editing, including how they minimize errors
Discuss any platforms and tools you might already use, and if they have a preference
Talk about any issues specific to your project, such as tight deadlines, issues specific to your audience, and handling conflicting feedback or sensitive content
Cover logistics such as payment, start and end dates, and the scope of the project
To help your conversations be more productive, you can review common interview questions for freelancers. You can also adapt interview questions for content writers.
If you feel you have multiple good candidates, you can request small, paid test projects (500-1000 words) to verify their attention to detail and style.
Step 4: Agree on scope and begin work
Before the person you choose can begin work, you’ll need to have a clear contract in place. Contracts protect both parties and help collaborations be successful from beginning to end.
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Choose fixed-price contracts for projects with clear deliverables, such as editing a single large work or a finished series
Set milestones to break larger projects into manageable deliverables, for example a certain number of chapters or articles
Choose hourly contracts for ongoing projects, such as editing an ongoing series or email campaign
Once the contract has started, you can share files securely by uploading them through Upwork messaging.
How much does hiring an editor cost?
The cost to hire an editor will be determined by the market demand and industry and scope of the project, as well as the skills and experience of the editor. Projects involving longer works (such as books or a large website), specialized formats like academic papers or legal briefs, or projects that need technical expertise may cost more. On Upwork, freelance editors typically charge between $15 and $40 per hour. The following chart lists typical prices for projects often found on Upwork.
Basic proofreading & editing
$100-$300 /project
- Proofread 5,000-10,000-word article
- Basic formatting adherence
- Grammar corrections
Standard copy editing
$300-$800 /project
- Copy edit 15,000-word ebook
- Style guide implementation
- Fact-checking
Complex editing projects
$800-$2,000+ /project
- Developmental edit for 50,000-word manuscript
- Structural reorganization
- Substantive feedback
Ongoing content support
$1,000-$3,000 /month
- Monthly newsletter editing
- Blog post reviews
- Brand voice consistency
Strategic editorial services
$2,000-$5,000+ /project
- Comprehensive content strategy
- Editorial guidelines development
- Team training
Frequently asked questions
Is hiring an editor worth it?
Absolutely. Editorial services are critical investments impacting a business's reputation and customer loyalty. Many self-published authors, startup founders, and content teams report higher engagement, better reviews, and fewer revisions after hiring editors. A single grammatical mistake or awkward sentence can cost you credibility; editing services reduce that risk.
Can I self-publish without an editor?
Technically yes, but skipping professional editing often leads to poor readability and negative reviews. Even experienced writers benefit from objective feedback. If budget is tight, consider hiring for a sample edit or single editing pass.
What types of businesses benefit most from hiring an editor?
Publishing, marketing, tech, education, legal, and health care businesses benefit most. Those with high content volume or regulatory risk need editors to minimize compliance risk and maintain accuracy. With content marketing projected to grow from $82 billion in 2024 to $280 billion by 2033, editing is vital for staying competitive in the digital space.
How long does it take to edit a book or large document?
Timeline depends on editor availability, content length, and editing type. A 50,000-word manuscript might take a week for copy editing or several weeks for developmental editing. Copyeditors typically average 1,000–1,500 words per hour. For shorter content, turnaround is often 24 hours to a few days.
How can I avoid editing scams?
Use platforms with verified freelancer profiles, like Upwork, to find editors with strong testimonials and confirmed work history. Avoid editors who refuse paid sample edits or can't explain their process.
What kind of long-term editing support is common?
Long-term support often includes content calendars, newsletters, or book series. Editors familiar with your brand voice provide faster turnaround and higher-quality work over time.
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