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Christiana A.

Edmonton, Canada

$40/hr
5.0
25 jobs

AI doesn't understand context or plagiarism. I do. AI hallucinates, but I don't. Current models lack the rigor, depth, and originality that define academic research. A decade of experience and hard work have ingrained these qualities in me, and I'm here to give them to you. Slide into my inbox, and let’s talk about that completed research the scientific community needs to read. I’m here to support you in your academic research from brainstorming to writing, editing, and publishing. At a time when AI threatens the rigour and authenticity of research, I’m one of the few writers who rely on human-led critical thinking to advance meaningful and impactful academic research. With an academic background in microbiology and hands-on experience in medical microbiology and agricultural microbiology, I understand how research translates into practice. Let's work together on your - Literature reviews (systematic and narrative) - Meta-analyses - Quantitative research - Qualitative research (e.g., interpretive phenomenology, realist evaluation) - Content writing - Article writing My results speak for themselves! Check out some of my published articles on ORCID. My ORCID number is 0000-0002-2586-7933.

  • Creative Writing
  • Ghostwriting
  • Book Writing
  • Academic Writing
  • Editing & Proofreading
  • Research Paper Writing
  • Dissertation Writing
  • Literature Review
  • References & Citations
  • APA Formatting
  • Essay Writing
  • Thesis Writing
  • Academic Research
  • Blog Content
  • Health & Wellness
  • Content Writing
  • Lifestyle
Kylee H.

Port Coquitlam, Canada

$26/hr
5.0
4 jobs

I'm a freelancer who can provide copy editing, line editing, and proofreading services. I have six years of freelance experience with expertise in academia, business/nonfiction, and indie fiction. Bachelor's degree in English Language and Literature | Editing Certificate accredited by Editors Canada.

  • Academic Editing
  • Copy Editing
  • Writing Critique
  • Editing & Proofreading
  • Line Editing
  • Book Editing
  • Academic Proofreading
  • Proofreading
Christy W.

Richmond Hill, Canada

$30/hr
5.0
12 jobs

Hi, I’m Christy - a Master’s graduate in Ancient History, Art, and Archaeology, with a strong foundation in research and editorial work. I specialize in helping clients turn ideas into clear, polished, and engaging works. Whether you need detailed proofreading, in-depth research, or thoughtful feedback, I will bring a careful eye and a genuine investment in the quality of your work. My experience spans both academic and creative projects, and I’m comfortable adapting my approach to suit different voices, audiences, and goals. Here are the main areas I can help with: - Proofreading and editing (from light copy edits to detailed line or developmental editing) - Providing constructive feedback on structure, clarity, flow and coherence - Research and fact-checking across a range of topics (with particular strength in history and humanities subjects) - Academic or creative writing Some of the work I’ve done includes: - Proofreading and beta-reading fiction and non-fiction books - Copy and line editing projects ranging from cookbooks to novels - Archival and historical research for autobiographical and creative works - Fact-checking and research for a children's history podcast - Editing academic articles for publication - Editing and providing detailed feedback on university-level essays As you can see, although I am most passionate about historical research, I have also developed an equal passion for a variety of editorial-type works. While I began freelancing to build experience, it quickly became something I take a lot of pride in. I’m someone who cares about getting the details right, but also about making sure your work feels cohesive, intentional, and most of all, true to its original voice and purpose. If you’re looking for someone reliable, thorough, thoughtful, and easy to work with, I’d truly love to hear more about your project!

  • Academic Editing
  • Fact-Checking
  • Proofreading
  • English
  • Research Papers
  • Book Editing
  • Article Writing
  • Information Analysis
  • History
  • Blog Writing
  • Archaeology
  • Editing & Proofreading
  • Topic Research
  • Information Gathering
  • Academic Research
  • Essay
  • Content Research
  • Online Research
Carly P.

Toronto, Canada

$25/hr
5.0
1 jobs

I’m a writer and media strategist who turns complex ideas into clear, compelling narratives that shape how people think and feel. I approach storytelling as strategy, using narrative to educate, inspire, and build meaningful connection. With a decade of writing experience, a Master of Journalism, and almost five years as a freelancer, I’ve worked with clients on a wide range of topics. Whether you need quality website copy or informative, entertaining articles or blog posts, I can deliver. My goal as a writer is to deliver work that meets the specific, unique needs of each individual client. While I make every effort to deliver on the first draft, I’m always happy to handle revisions until the client is 100 per cent satisfied. I offer quick turnaround times and pride myself on ensuring every piece is well-researched but easily accessible to any reader. I’m available for both one-time projects and ongoing relationships. You can find my writing portfolio here: linktr.ee/carlypews If you’d like to collaborate or simply say hello, I’d love to hear from you. Please reach out!

  • Academic Editing
  • Copywriting
  • Marketing
  • Content Writing
  • Writing
  • Proofreading
  • Article Writing
  • Blog Writing
  • Blog Development
  • Editing & Proofreading
  • Book Editing
  • Copy Editing
  • Story Editing
  • Ghostwriting
  • Social Media Marketing
Anand M.

Surrey, Canada

$120/hr
5.0
24 jobs

Hello, I'm Dr. Anand Pari, founder of GradCollective. I hold a PhD, and I've worked with 300+ Master's, PhD, MBA, and DBA students across 15+ countries, helping them turn a stuck draft into a defendable, submission-ready thesis or dissertation. I don't recommend a path until I've read your actual work. Every engagement starts with an honest read of your draft, or your topic if you haven't started, so what I tell you reflects your project, not a template. What I help with: - Methodology and structure: research questions, design, and chapters that actually connect to each other - APA/Harvard/MLA/Chicago compliance: citation accuracy, reference audits, formatting that survives committee review - Academic writing quality: moving from descriptive to analytical, sharpening argument and flow while keeping your voice - Supervisor and committee feedback: translating vague comments into a clear revision plan - Statistical chapters (4 & 5): checking that your reported results actually match your methodology and hypotheses - Defense and viva prep: simplifying your methodology and preparing you for the questions a committee will actually ask - Full manuscript editing and submission-ready formatting - Thesis-to-journal conversion, once you've passed What I won't do: write your thesis for you. I sharpen and structure what's already yours. If a job needs someone to produce the academic work itself, I'll say so upfront rather than take it on. Send me your draft, your stage, and your deadline. I'll read it and tell you exactly what it will take to finish. Core skills: Academic Editing & Proofreading, Dissertation & Thesis Writing Support, Research Methodology, Literature Review, APA/Harvard/MLA/Chicago Formatting, Statistical Analysis Review (SPSS), Citation & Reference Auditing, Defense/Viva Coaching, Academic Publication Support

  • Academic Editing
  • Research Proposals
  • Dissertation Writing
  • Academic Research
  • Academic Proofreading
  • Thesis
  • Research Papers
  • Academic Writing
  • Editing & Proofreading
  • Thesis Writing
  • Technical Writing
  • Dissertation
  • Literature Review
  • Scientific Literature Review
  • Research Paper Writing
  • APA Formatting
  • Data Analysis
  • Research & Strategy
  • Quantitative Analysis
David G.

High River, Canada

$40/hr
5.0
251 jobs

Don't let your voice and message get drowned out by grammar mistakes, awkward sentences, or weak sentence construction. I can help you organize your writing to make it stronger. With each edit, I will point out trouble areas and give suggestions on how your writing can be improved. Your writing is important, so let me help you make it as good as it can be. Don't let your message get lost because of poor editing. Hire me and you'll get the best! I am a trained, professional editor and have the ability to edit full-length fiction and non-fiction manuscripts as well as articles, theses, and website material. I am a graduate of the University of California, San Diego copyediting program and have the skills to help you make your material the best it can be. Hire the best editor, hire me.

  • English
  • Copy Editing
  • Creative Writing
  • Chicago Manual of Style
  • Proofreading

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