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Tess L.

Kings County, New York

$28/hr
4.9
90 jobs

I am a focused freelance writer with a passion for storytelling. I have experience as an editor, proofreader, and writer with over four years of working with a diverse array of clients on Upwork and completing over 20 projects. Working through Upwork has given me many great chances to learn new things and take on exciting projects. This has helped me grow a lot as a professional and as a person. My experience includes editing academic papers, drafting commercial scripts, proofreading novels, and writing blog posts on various topics. Recently, I utilized my research and writing skills to complete my undergraduate paper comparing the works of two 20th-century composers, Florence Price and Bela Bartok. If you are looking for a passionate, open-minded employee with proven writing and editing skills, I would welcome the opportunity to work together. I am always eager for new challenges. Thank you for taking the time to get to know me. I hope we can work together soon.

  • Academic Writing
  • Data Entry
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Google Docs
  • Proofreading
  • Copy Editing
  • Line Editing
  • Content Editing
  • Creative Writing
  • SEO Writing
Kristina B.

Depew, New York

$420/hr
5.0
260 jobs

Hello there! I'm Kristina, a full-time professional application editor, admissions specialist, strategic college consultant, and writer with 13 years of experience and success. I am a graduate of Harvard University (Bachelor's) and MIT (Master's) and am the founder and lead editor of Edit2Success, an elite college consultancy with a focus on top-tier undergraduate and graduate college applications, including the Ivy League. I am a former rocket scientist (structural analyst in the aerospace field) and Professor of Mechanical Engineering, which allows me to effectively collaborate with and guide STEM applicants on how to package their interests into compelling applications. I specialize in crafting standout essays and admissions materials for top-tier schools across all majors, including MBA, Engineering, Psychology, Arts, Computer Science, Neuroscience, and others. I have extensive experience in knowing what elite colleges look for and have helped 400+ students reach their dream schools. I have edited essays (theme, structure, flow, creativity, eloquence, critical thinking) for students that were accepted into Harvard University, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Princeton University, Stanford University, Dartmouth, Yale, London Business School, Cornell University, University of Pennsylvania, Columbia, Duke Fuqua, and hundreds of others. I provide complete guidance/strategy for the college application process and the Common App. Prior to my freelance career, I spent three years as an Aerospace Engineer and a Professor of Mechanical Engineering. This experience allows me to craft high-quality application essays for STEM college programs in particular. Telling a story in an intriguing, concise way is critical to the success of a personal statement or statement of purpose. I craft exceptional essays with unique and effective themes, creative storytelling, and intuitive flow. I will offer my diligence, focus, enthusiasm, and honesty along with my sharpened creative writing and critical thinking skills. When entrusting your application to an editor or college consultant, it is important to choose one that is familiar with the complete college application process and has deep knowledge on effective application writing, which is unlike other forms of writing. In addition, I have a passion for STEM and engineering. I would be honored to work with you! Hoping to connect and create.

  • Academic Writing
  • Essay Writing
  • Editing & Proofreading
  • Academic Editing
  • Copy Editing
  • Book Editing
  • Content Editing
  • Technical Editing
  • Story Editing
Kristina M.

Hagaman, New York

$45/hr
5.0
102 jobs

For the last 15+ years, I have immersed myself in multiple genres of writing and literature. I have a bachelor's degree in English with a minor in creative writing and I have a master's degrees in Adolescent Education and an additional certification in Students with Disabilities. I have successfully written several independent studies and a thesis with an upward of 75 pages long, and spent a semester as an undergrad assistant supporting and aiding my professor in research for his doctoral dissertation. While in college, I worked in HR which further enhanced my time management and organizational skills. One of my daily tasks was to sift through resumes and cover letters to determine who was qualified for particular job postings. I also frequently proofread and edited all company newsletters, handbooks, emails, and training guides. Once I became a high school English teacher, I honed in on my writing skills and continuously attend trainings at local colleges to stay up to date with MLA and APA formats, the writing process, and grammar. My life is surrounded by reading and writing, therefore, my skills are continuously growing and my various content of knowledge is constantly expanding. Now, as a Middle School Principal, I still work with teachers and students in developing curriculum and assignments centered around applications, statements of purpose, resumes, cover letters, and proofread daily.

  • Academic Writing
  • Creative Writing
  • Essay Writing
  • Blog Writing
  • Resume Writing
  • Lesson Plan Writing
  • Report Writing
  • Article Writing
  • Cover Letter Writing
  • Content Writing
  • Curriculum Design
  • Project Management
  • Copywriting
  • Google Docs
  • Microsoft Word
Bryanna M.

Ulster Park, New York

$75/hr
5.0
52 jobs

College Admission Specialist. Detailed proofreader, Academic Dissertation Formator/Editor/Proofreader. 15+ years experience. Highly skilled with APA & MLA format and Excel/Word/Powerpoint. Experienced Education Evaluator and Researcher. Employment records include UMASS Amherst, Arizona State University, and the University of South Carolina. Hello! I boast over 15 years of expertise in higher education. I spent a decade as a learning specialist at top tier institutions mentoring students through their college transition, focusing on enhancing their academic writing and overall academic skills. I have extensive experience editing and proofreading academic texts across various subject areas, including English composition, sociology, history, anthropology, education, and the hard sciences. Some of the students I worked with were non-native English speakers. In addition, since I worked with undergraduate students through graduation, I also am experienced in resume writing and formatting. I am still contacted by former students for help with resume development. Previously, I served as Director of the Student Success Center at a large university, participating on admissions committees & managing various programs, including tutoring, supplemental instruction, writing assistance, & financial literacy. In my most recent role, I write and edit technical evaluation reports based on data collected through both qualitative and quantitative methods. In addition, I assist in the development of grant applications. Furthermore, I have successfully written and defended a qualitative dissertation to earn my Ph.D. in Educational Foundations & Inquiry in December 2022. I am very familiar with writing research papers, particularly those steeped in qualitative and/or mixed-methods research. Writing a dissertation is extremely challenging! I know from experience - and I am eager to assist and support others through this process. I am a detail-driven, efficient, and hardworking professional that would love the opportunity to assist others with various projects related to academic research, writing, grant proposals, evaluations, college admissions, and college student support, or any other projects that fit my expertise. I am easily accessible and understand that constant, efficient communication, as well as upholding deadlines, are key for any project success. I look forward to discussing how I can be an asset to your project! Key Skills: *College Admissions Process *Dissertation/thesis writing *APA & MLA formatting and referencing *Microsoft Office Programs (extremely proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word) *Dedoose (cloud-based qualitative and quantitative research and analysis) *Adobe Creative Cloud Software

  • Education
  • Academic Proofreading
  • Grant Writing
  • Academic Editing
  • Microsoft Office
  • Resume Design
  • Technical Editing
  • Research Papers
  • Research Summary
  • Literature Review
  • Higher Education
  • Resume Writing
  • Research Proposals
  • Academic K-12
  • College & University
Judah S.

New York, New York

$30/hr
4.9
15 jobs

GREAT ACADEMIC WRITING is not just about filling pages. It is about BUILDING ARGUMENTS, PRESENTING EVIDENCE CLEARLY, AND PRODUCING WORK that can stand up to academic scrutiny. I am Judah, an Academic writer, researcher, and educator with teaching and lecturing experience, as well as strong expertise in instructional design and curriculum development. I help students, researchers, and institutions produce well-researched, clearly structured, and academically sound work that meets university and publication standards. My approach goes beyond writing alone. I bring the mindset of a researcher and the clarity of an educator to every project, which means your work is not only polished but also logical, coherent, and purposeful. I pay close attention to structure, depth, academic tone, references and citation accuracy, and overall presentation so that the final result is strong, credible, and submission-ready. I also bring valuable subject strength in science-related and education-based fields, including biology and agriculture. This allows me to work confidently with technical, research-heavy, and discipline-specific topics while keeping the writing clear, accurate, and easy to follow. What I Can Help You With: . Thesis and dissertation writing . Research papers and journal manuscript writing . Literature reviews and systematic literature reviews . Research proposals and methodology development . Essay writing and case studies . Academic proofreading and editing . References and citation correction . APA formatting and other academic formatting styles . Manuscript preparation for journal submission . Humanize AI content into natural academic writing . Plagiarism reduction and Turnitin cleanup Instructional Design and Education Support: . Curriculum development for academic K-12 and higher education . Course content and eLearning materials . Lesson notes, modules, and academic resources . Assessment design including quizzes, exams, and rubrics . Academic research support and tutoring . Research and Technical Expertise . Quantitative and qualitative research support . Data interpretation and reporting . Survey design and questionnaire development . Conceptual and theoretical framework development . Hypothesis development and testing Tools and Referencing Styles: . APA formatting . Chicago, MLA, Harvard, IEEE, and Vancouver referencing styles . Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint . Google Docs . EndNote, Zotero, and Mendeley . SPSS and NVivo Quality You Can Trust My work is always: . 100% original and plagiarism-free . AI-free, with zero AI check where required . Carefully proofread and academically sound . Properly structured and formatted to standard I do not just write or edit. I strengthen ideas, improve clarity, refine arguments, and make sure every piece of work reflects the level of quality expected in academic and professional spaces. Why Clients Work With Me Clients work with me because I combine research depth, writing expertise, and real educational experience. I understand what strong academic work should look like, and I deliver content that is clear, credible, and professionally presented. I communicate well, respect deadlines, and handle every project with seriousness, precision, and attention to detail. Let’s Work Together If you need help with a thesis, dissertation, manuscript, research paper, curriculum content, academic proofreading, or APA formatting, I am ready to help you produce work that is polished, credible, and ready for submission. Send me a message and let’s get started.

  • Academic Writing
  • Curriculum Development
  • Scientific Research
  • Academic Research
  • Dissertation Writing
  • Project Proposal
  • Academic Proofreading
  • APA Formatting
  • Essay Writing
  • References & Citations
  • Case Studies
  • Research Paper Writing
  • Editing & Proofreading
  • Literature Review
  • Content Writing
Tracie M.

Rochester, New York

$60/hr
5.0
8 jobs

I am an extroverted scientist with exceptional organizational skills and professionalism. I have my PhD in bioengineering and BS in biomedical materials engineering science. Thus, I am very capable of research, project management, grant writing, and data entry/analysis. I am happy to help with administrative tasks such as email handling, proofreading, and project outlining as well. I am eager to lend my advice, attention to detail, and support to help you complete important tasks/projects and meet your goals in a timely manner.

  • Academic Writing
  • Microsoft Office
  • Grant Writing
  • Budget Management
  • Proofreading
  • Computer Network
  • Technical Writing
  • Data Analysis

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