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$38 hourly
Faralee P.
- 5.0/5
- (56 jobs)
I'm an editor and typesetter. Does it make me odd that I love commas and ellipses? I primarily do line editing, copyediting, and proofreading. I also love typesetting and formatting even though looking for stacks and ladders and spacey lines is a dying art. I received my BA in English, creative writing. While at school, I learned the ins and outs of editing and publishing with the student journal, and since then I've edited and formatted freelance and with many new and experienced authors and several long-term clients. I also currently edit and format for Splinter Press.

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PDF
Layout Design
Typesetting
Book Editing
Page Layout Design
Chicago Manual of Style
Print Design
Book Cover
Ebook Design
Adobe InDesign
English
$50 hourly
John H.
- 5.0/5
- (52 jobs)
JohnEdgar.Design will help you provide the best possible reading experience for your book’s audience, and help give you the highest possible chance for a customer to fall in love with you at first sight. You have a story that needs to be told and heard. When a story is needed, crafted, and shared effectively, it will always bring with it change. A word has the power to create joy accompanied by a smile, a moment of understanding, bringing clarity, even the capability to move a generation and change the world. Our goal is for your story to change the people it comes in contact with. I provide self publishing authors and publishers with world-class publication design and formatting. I specialize in book formatting and book design. What I can do for you: Book formatting for all major publishing platforms (Amazon KDP, IngramSpark, B&N, …) Book cover formatting and design for print (front, back, and spine) E-book cover formatting and design E-book interior formatting (epub and Mobi) Audible cover formatting and design Typography and layout Marketing Design Social Media Design Typesetting I help new authors and publishers navigate the complexities of the publishing industry and help them launch new titles that rival leading publications in their niche. Experienced publishers can count on me to seamlessly integrate design and production layout services into existing work-flow processes and production schedules. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to message me! This world needs heroes. Maybe, it’s time to suit up. Are you ready? Let's Be Heroes!

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Children's Literature
Book Cover
Ebook Design
Memoir
Publishing Fundamentals
Formatting
Graphic Design
Typesetting
Cover Art Design
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe InDesign
Ebook
Editorial Design
Print Design
$45 hourly
Christine E.
- 5.0/5
- (105 jobs)
You’ve typed up your best ideas, and now you need a conscientious proofreader to edit your work. Let me improve your writing so that it conveys exactly what you want to say. I have a gift and a love for spotting typos, style inconsistencies, and issues with grammar, spelling, and punctuation. My English degree, experience as a copywriter, and passion for reading and writing make me an excellent editor. I’ll ensure what you've written is correct, concise, and compelling.

Book
Track Changes
Copywriting
Writing
Editing & Proofreading
Proofreading
Line Editing
English
Book Editing
Microsoft Word
Copy Editing
$49 hourly
Siwen T.
- 4.9/5
- (114 jobs)
Energetic designer with rich experiences in brand, visual identity, packaging, illustration and UX/UI. Capable of delivering high quality design solutions in very short turnarounds. Experienced in working with small business owners and larger organizations. Have delivered needle-moving design solutions for a wide spectrum of industries including food, finance, travel, pet, entertainment and real estate. Constant 5 star earner. Always online. Always up for new challenges.

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Digital Illustration
Mobile UI Design
Social Media Design
UX & UI
Drawing
Brand Identity
Illustration
Typography
Logo Design
Microsoft PowerPoint
Sales & Marketing Collateral
$35 hourly
Alene G.
- 4.9/5
- (69 jobs)
I am a print design expert with an extensive background in printing, advertising, and marketing, I bring an eye for color, balance, and typography, as well as considerable knowledge of printing processes. I am detail-oriented, organized, resourceful, and responsible. I'm comfortable with small and large projects, and proficient in Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, and other applications. Many projects have required proofreading and editing. I have received many 5-star reviews and bonuses for going above and beyond. PROJECTS INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO: • Logos • Business Cards • Brochures • Print & Digital Ads • Flyers, One-pagers & Story Sheets • Books • Booklets & Magazines • Catalogs • Menus • Posters • Mailers • Newsletters • Forms • Postcards & Mailers • Invitations & Announcements • Memorial Cards • Programs • Calendars • Journals & Planners • Doorhangers • Rack Cards • Labels • Spec Sheets • Photo Editing • Illustration • Proofreading • Copy Editing

Book
Photo Editing
Ebook Design
Editing & Proofreading
Page Layout Design
Graphic Design
Adobe Photoshop
Logo Design
Catalog
Poster
Adobe InDesign
Brochure
Magazine
Adobe Illustrator
Typography
$65 hourly
Rob H.
- 5.0/5
- (8 jobs)
I am a freelance print and web designer with a client list that includes some of the nation’s top business, publishing and high-tech companies. Businesses like Amazon, CarFAX, The National Wildlife Federation, MIT, American Bar Association, and The American Gas Association can all attest to my award-winning work. Soon, I hope you’ll be able to do so, too. I began freelancing in early 1999 after a successful tenure as the creative director for the magazine group at Potomac, MD-based Phillips International, a leading publisher with $350 million in annual sales. While heading the design department, I oversaw the creative direction of nine magazines, seven of which I redesigned. The job also required close coordination and communication with the company’s web development team. My mission is simple. I provide complete, high-quality graphic and web design solutions that help clients meet marketing, sales and publishing objectives. I have a proven track record of delivering top-notch products, from four-color ads in national print magazines and sales marketing collateral to handling every aspect of the magazine publishing process. And it’s all done with the guarantee of fast, cost-effective and friendly service. I truly understand the demands of custom publishing, whether the finished product is a brochure, industry white paper or web site. I look forward to hearing from you soon.

Book
Newsletter
Marketing
Adobe Creative Suite
Adobe Acrobat
Infographic
Magazine Layout
Magazine
Logo Design
Adobe InDesign
Desktop Publishing
Graphic Design
Web Design
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Illustrator
$90 hourly
Michael C.
- 5.0/5
- (185 jobs)
Michael has over 40 years in fine art and 30 years in medical, commercial and engineering graphic design / illustration. Beyond print media, his experience includes web site creation, presentation and animation graphics. He received his BFA in mixed media from Montclair University and pursued graduate classes in computer graphics at the School of Visual Arts and Pratt Institute in Manhattan. He does work for universities as well as advertising agencies and small businesses primarily in the medical and science fields. Michael has illustrated several Lippincott medical review text books, has created thousands of medical figures, MOAs, produces cover art for medical journals, creates presentations and interactive PDF files.

Book
Video Production
Adobe Creative Suite
Photo Editing
Technical Illustration
Flat Style
Scientific Illustration
Microsoft PowerPoint
Infographic
Cartoon Style
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe Photoshop
Realistic
$40 hourly
Michael H.
- 5.0/5
- (102 jobs)
With over 13 years of experience with illustration and design I can provide a wide range of graphic solutions. I have extensive experience with various event publications such as posters and brochures, as well as hard cover publications requiring hand drawn illustrations and clean designs. I have provided clients with custom logos, motion graphics, and even physical installations. It's my goal to help other's bring their visions to life.

Book
Adobe After Effects
Sticker
Print Design
Catalog
Poster
Business Card
Stationery
Brochure
Adobe Photoshop
Vector Graphic
Cover Art Design
Art Deco
Retro & Vintage Style
$40 hourly
Judy C.
- 5.0/5
- (109 jobs)
Copyediting is my passion! My areas of expertise are line editing, copy editing, and proofreading. I have been the copy editor and final read for the New York Times best-selling author Dianna Love and many other authors for almost fifteen years. Dianna writes romance/fantasy fiction, crime thrillers, and young adult fantasy fiction. I do the copy editing and find 95% of the mistakes. Next, a couple of others proofread it. Then I do the final read, ensuring it is 100% clean and error-free. I do all the steps for my other authors. I recently worked as a copy editor for a law firm, verifying that all documents (trusts, wills, and correspondence) left the office 100% clean and error-free. Besides copyediting and proofreading, I am also an excellent writer. I have helped two first-time authors with great stories, but they needed almost every sentence rewritten. That is one extreme. All the authors I have worked with have published their work. I have been fortunate to develop a fantastic rapport with every author I have ever worked with. Excellent communication is critical. With a sharp eye for detail, my efficiency is unmatched, ensuring your project is completed on time. My knowledge of the Chicago Manual of Style and AP style, coupled with my bachelor’s degree from Georgia Institute of Technology, further guarantees the quality and efficiency of my work, giving you confidence in my ability to meet deadlines. I offer two pricing options to accommodate different budget restraints: a flat rate per word and an hourly rate. My flat rate is between $.035 and $.05 per word, and my hourly rate is between $40 and $55. My rates are negotiable, especially for long-term, ongoing work. Most people do better by the hour unless the project is highly labor-intensive. I offer the best of both options, giving you the most beneficial rate. If my hourly wages hit the total quote for “by the word,” I will stop timing, so you receive the lowest rate. This is my process. I do the first read (copyediting and line editing) using the tracking feature on Microsoft Word and find 95% of the mistakes. I will send it to you so you can accept/reject the edits and respond to the comments. You don’t have to accept every edit. It is more important to reject the edits you DON’T want and respond to the comments/questions. Then, you will return it to me for a second read (proofreading). I will begin with a clean copy and read it again. We will continue this process (usually only two reads are required) until your document is 100% clean and error-free. The completion time is based on how many words are in the document and how quickly you return the first read to me. I have copyedited and proofread over eighteen novels by New York Times best-selling author Dianna Love. Some other books I have worked on include: • 70 50 10: The Journey to an Entrepreneurial Legacy by Mike Russell and Visionary Writing (Amazon) • Black Diamond: The Fourth Missing Bullet by B. Frank Hall (Amazon) • Can God Use Me? by Kristine Kimmel (Amazon) • Courage for America by Jackie Arnold (Amazon) • Mulberry Creek by Harry Bach (Amazon) • Five Indelible Men by S. Z. Mustafa (Amazon) • Ikhla’s Butterfly by S. Z. Mustafa (Amazon) • The High School of Low Blows by Rosie Medero • People and Plants by Desiree Delcourt • The Best Adventure Ever by Mathew Jensen (Amazon) • Lifemap for Teens by Mathew Jensen (Amazon) • The Sales Engineer’s Playbook by Darel D. Ison II • Money Laundering and Compliance in Football by Ibrahim ElOraby (Amazon) • Happy Monday: Designing Your Dream Career by Nathan Stuck and Visionary Writing (Amazon) • Practice Pathfinder Blueprint by Mathew Jensen (Amazon) • Original Human Beings by Dr. Tim White (just completed, not yet published) • A Café in Paris by Glenn Ritt (Amazon) • The Hypocrisy of the Church by James E. Allen • The Prescription for Overcoming by Dr. Annetta Alexander (Purpose Publishing) • Speak, But Not For Me by Enock Menge (Amazon) • Sun Tzu’s Art of War in The Battlefield of Project Management by Puneet Kuthiala • Three books published by Castle Vale Publishers Ltd. -Stop Overthinking It -Sky Soldiers -The Great UN Reset • Twenty-four Ruthless Romance Novels I am a natural-born proofreader and an excellent candidate for your job. If you send me a message, I can send you my resume and a document with the dedication from the book that New York Times best-selling author Dianna Love dedicated to me and other authors’ acknowledgments. Please send me a few sample pages of your work to edit so you can see how I can help.

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Story
Chicago Manual of Style
US English Dialect
Error Detection
Novel
Young Adult
Commenting
Polish
Proofreading
Academic Editing
English
Copy Editing
Book Editing
Formatting
$55 hourly
Emily F.
- 5.0/5
- (81 jobs)
Hi there! Thanks for stopping by! A little about me... I am a full-time, professional formatter/typesetter with an eye for editorial design for both print and ebook and have years of experience in various genres and book categories. I work with independent authors and small publishing houses to help get their manuscripts across the finish line. I can create press-ready files that can be uploaded to any publishing/printing house of your choosing. I also have the capability to create custom cover templates and am familiar with the requirements for most major print-on-demand publishers such as Amazon's KDP, Lulu Press, and IngramSpark. I have a teaching license, which means I have a precise attention to detail that allows me to get my projects done quickly and, most importantly, correctly! I have the ability to copyedit and proofread documents and manuscripts in either pre or post format. For more detailed portfolio examples, check out my portfolio at Albatross Book Co (albatrossbookco.com). I have the ability to edit (grammar and developmental), proofread, write copy and prepare self-published authors for KDP formatting both in print and e-book. I have also worked with publishing houses on numerous books in multiple genres, including children's, YA, classics and more series over the years. A little about what you can expect from me... - Quick response times - Unparalleled attention to detail - Sensitivity to your voice as the client and/or author. - Professional, press-ready documents and manuscripts - Just a heads up, I try and take weekends off for family, and typically stick to a 9-6 business hour schedule. Let's get to work! Thank you for considering my services and don't hesitate to reach out!

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Book Editing
Apple iBooks
Book Cover
Copy Editing
Ebook Design
Kindle Direct Publishing
Children's Literature
Formatting
Layout Design
Typesetting
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe InDesign
Publication Design
$60 hourly
Deb H.
- 5.0/5
- (63 jobs)
I bring insight, creativity, and years of industry experience to design projects for a range of clients. I love applying my skills and experience to new projects across a range of media. I'm proficient in Illustrator, Photoshop and Indesign. I'm a good listener, and I put a high priority on understanding your needs. Let's amplify your vision with clear and attractive graphic design. Developing and expressing vibrant brands over many projects, including point of purchase advertising and signage, logos, books, magazines, posters, brochures, websites and mobile applications. Get in touch today if you'd like to work together!

Book
Magazine Layout
Data Visualization
Print Campaign
Game Art
Poster Design
Web Design
Logo Design
Brochure
$35 hourly
Wendie P.
- 4.5/5
- (23 jobs)
** GOOD EDITING BURNISHES YOUR MESSAGE** With years of experience as a copy editor, copy chief, and copy director in the New York publishing industry, I can help "burnish your message" and make your content shine. I especially like to help new writers hone their craft, and many of my clients have gone on to establish themselves in the publishing world and sell their work successfully. If you want your words to be taken seriously, let me help you reach your goal. I guarantee you will be satisfied.

Book
Error Detection
Copy Editing
Book Editing
Fiction Writing
Line Editing
Developmental Editing
Article Writing
Proofreading
$40 hourly
Angelee V.
- 4.9/5
- (127 jobs)
You'll find I ask a lot of questions to make sure your project turns out exactly the way you're envisioning it. I have designed dozens of published book covers and many book interiors. I have vast experience with teasing out what you're looking for and making it marketable according to genre and audience. And once we've turned your manuscript into a book, I'll keep supporting you as you publish it. Additionally, I offer: - Character Design and Concept Art - Social Media Images - Beta/Proofreading - Copy Editing - Fliers/Posters/Event Media - Logo Design - Fantasy Maps I am open to both short- and long-term projects and can always create series-able covers, so if you have more than one installment in the works, I can create a seamless franchise. I respond quickly, I work quickly, and I prioritize well. Usually your project will be complete within a week, less if you're available for frequent feedback and questions.

Book
Typesetting
Print Design
Layout Design
Ebook
Fantasy
Book Cover
Graphic Design
Cover Art Design
Portrait Art
Cards & Flyers
Ebook Design
Formatting
$45 hourly
Sharon H.
- 5.0/5
- (27 jobs)
Motivated to explore mystery ghostwriting opportunities maximizing my skills as a novelist. Interested primarily in longer works and book series. Adept at writing in a variety of styles as befits the audience. Professional and efficient. Proficient at completing large projects with superior time management and organization skills. Thrive in a high pressure, deadline oriented environment. My rate as an expert ghostwriter is $.04/word. For this, the client will receive (at no additional cost): Before writing: 1) Chapter by chapter book outline 2) Complete character development 3) Any research required for setting or details Upon completion: 1) Proofreading for grammar, spelling, and typos 2) Editing for plot and character consistencies 3) Publish ready polishing I have ghostwritten over twenty novels in the last three years. Many of these have gone straight to publication. I have had several clients for over six months while we complete four or five book series of cozy mysteries. One final note: Sorry but I do not write romances. I am a Cozy Mystery Writer with some experience in action/adventure, conspiracy, and post-apocalyptic. I also do not usually write paranormal, unless it is limited in scope. If you are interested in having a high quality cozy mystery series, I look forward to hearing from you. Fiction and non-fiction Writing Project Management Stakeholder Management Ethical Development Alternative Education Coordination Strategic Planning Relationship Building Performance Monitoring Public Speaking Education Consulting Workshop Presenting Conference Facilitating Completed a spy novel of 10,000 words incorporating theories of ADHD education Initiated and wrote weekly and monthly columns of 500 to 700 words Introduced new programs which directly led to an increase of 20% in student enrollment Managed a $1M budget Managed staff of 20, including assessment and professional development Please contact me with opportunities to explore ghostwriting opportunities for your longer work.

Book
Content Creation
Professional Tone
Writing
Fiction Writing
Book Writing
English
Mystery
Thriller
Editing & Proofreading
Novel
Ghostwriting
$35 hourly
Michael Z.
- 4.9/5
- (55 jobs)
"Mike goes above and beyond expectations. Communication is outstanding. He had wonderful suggestions and incorporated my feedback without missing a beat. The finished product was beyond what I expected. He is a true experienced professional that knows his business in the publishing world. His knowledge of editing and the publishing side (Amazon, epub, KDP, etc.) is impressive. I highly recommend!" Kevin McDevitt, author "The Ghosts of the St. James Hotel, Cimarron, New Mexico." "I was looking to self-publish both an e-book and paperback via Amazon and needed an editor. I can truly say, Michael's experience and expertise were what I was looking for and needed. He completed the project on time. This project was very dear to my heart and I was looking for someone who can hear my heart and give honest feedback regarding the content of my book. And that is exactly what Michael has done. I highly recommend Michael and will be contacting him again for future projects. Thank you Michael for helping me to share my heart with the world." Delphine Berry, Author, "Nine Days." "Michael is a wonderful book editor. He came through with everything: editing, assisting in putting it on Amazon Kindle and print book on Amazon. I will definitely hire him for my next book as well." - Ashley Scott Writing is too important to look for the lowest-priced bargains available. It’s your story, and it deserves to be treated properly. I have over twenty years of experience in writing, editing, and proofreading. For over forty years, I have made my living communicating through the spoken and written word. I am a Top-Rated freelancer on Upwork, consistently providing high-quality work to multiple clients. As a published author, editor, and ghostwriter, I can see the process from an editing standpoint and through a writer’s eyes. I work hard to provide you with a top-quality manuscript while maintaining your “voice.” I know the desire to create mistake-free work and how easy it is to get so close that the mistakes are no longer evident. At that point, your brain fills in what you intended, not what you wrote. That’s why I’m here. You’ve done the heavy lifting, and now it’s my job to polish everything up. Drop me a note or send me a proposal, and let’s get your project on its way toward bringing you the best outcome possible! Some of my services include: • Kindle ebook/paperback/hardcover formatting — I provide you with a Word file, an epub for ebooks, and a print-ready pdf for self-publishing/Print On Demand • Line editing, proofreading, and other editorial support • Manuscript editing, including flow, paragraphs, grammar, and formatting • blog writing and rewriting • PDF to Word conversion • Internet research and fact-checking • closed-caption transcription and correction I am an excellent writer and detailed worker. I have an accomplished eye for organization and an adept, professional level of content research. Finally, I am reliable, flexible, and fast. I will always meet your deadline. Top Skills • Native English Speaker/Writer • Writing & Grammar Fluency • Line Editing - the deep dive! • Copy Writing/Editing • Proofreading • Microsoft Word & Publisher • CMoS, MLA, AP Style • PowerPoint • Blogging • Story Flow Writing has always allowed me to share and help others catch a vision. Through storytelling and appropriate analogies, people can identify and understand complex concepts. My blog entries have always been story-centered. Story topics have focused on personal interests such as family and family history, travel, cooking, home improvement, parenting, exercise, the great outdoors, and pets. Stories open pathways to communication, nurture and even repair family relationships, and create new friendships. Language leads to communication, and with communication comes understanding. Indeed.com assessments • Workplace English — Expert • Creating PowerPoint Presentations — Expert • Verbal Communication — Highly Proficient • Marketing — Highly Proficient • Attention to Detail — Highly Proficient • Written communication — Proficient • Proofreading — Proficient

Book
Layout Design
Ghostwriting
Print Design
Kindle Direct Publishing
Formatting
Creative Writing
Microsoft Word
Ebook Design
Copy Editing
Copywriting
$75 hourly
Yurika A.
- 5.0/5
- (86 jobs)
I am a professional graphic designer with a degree in advertising and multiple national first-place design awards. With a strong eye for clean and modern design, I specialize in creating high-quality designs from various digital/print media, marketing collaterals to brand identities that elevate businesses, delivering customized design solutions for clients across diverse industries.

Book
Formatting
Greeting Cards & Invitations
Print Layout
Branding
Typesetting
Graphic Design
Magazine
Adobe Illustrator
Invitation Design
Typography
Adobe InDesign
Adobe Photoshop
Layout Design
Brand Identity Design
Logo Design
$75 hourly
Mark K.
- 4.9/5
- (20 jobs)
My name is Mark Kartischko, and I am passionate about Adobe InDesign. I am also proficient in Photoshop, Illustrator, and Acrobat, along with Microsoft Office 365 applications such as Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Publisher. With over 23 years of experience as a graphic designer/desktop publisher and 20 years of instructional design experience, I bring a wealth of expertise to my work. I have received comprehensive training in typography and color theory and possess the skills to work with various formats, handle file conversions, and produce desired outputs. I specialize in instructional design, graphic design, layout design, and desktop publishing. I firmly believe that variety is not only the spice of life but also the key to maintaining a constant flow of creativity. However, my true passion lies in InDesign, where I find immense joy in crafting captivating layouts and formatting. My expertise extends to designing, laying out, and formatting a diverse range of materials such as books, magazines, newspapers, brochures, workbooks, reports, business documents, catalogs, newsletters, advertisements, and more. By combining my skills in instructional design, graphic design, and desktop publishing, I strive to deliver visually appealing and engaging creations that effectively convey the intended message to the audience. My approach to work is characterized by meticulousness, efficiency, responsiveness, flexibility, and honesty. I excel in managing time effectively. I hold a master's degree in Educational Technology from George Washington University, a bachelor's degree in Workforce Education from Southern Illinois University, and an associate’s degree in Computer Graphics from Trident Technical College. Should you have any inquiries, please feel free to reach out to me. I am here to assist you. Wishing you a productive and fulfilling day. Mark Kartischko

Book
Children's Literature
Ebook Design
Desktop Publishing
Instructional Design
Graphic Design
Typography
Prepress
Layout Design
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe Acrobat
Adobe InDesign
Adobe Photoshop
Print Design
$40 hourly
Jennie D.
- 5.0/5
- (7 jobs)
As an editor, my strengths are in taking the content written, making changes to improve wording, flow, readability, and make the material brilliant! I also have an eye for detail and easily detect and correct errors in punctuation, grammar, and spelling. Developmental editing is really what I do best! I’ll revise, rewrite, and suggest improvements to ensure your content is crisp, polished, and provides the reader with an enjoyable experience. I love working with non-writers because it gives me the opportunity to take what they have written and perfect it.

Book
Microsoft Excel
Error Detection
Writing
Proofreading
Copy Editing
Microsoft Word
Editing & Proofreading
Ghostwriting
Content Writing
English
Blog Content
Article
$100 hourly
Chanel M.
- 5.0/5
- (17 jobs)
I have been reading books to children for 20 plus years. I have worked as a researcher in early childhood development and as an instructor for students from the college level all the way down to pre-k. During this time period I have been sharpening my oratorical skills and building abilities that assist me with narrating quality audio. I have experience narrating audio for research projects, e-books, children's stories and so much more! In addition to my voice over skills I have extensive experience in the education field, specifically in early childhood education. I have worked building my own homeschool curriculum, writing short stories for children and running a blog for homeschool moms. Currently I am working with multiple clients to create personalized early readers and worksheets for K-3 homeschool students.

Book
Curriculum Design
Content Development
Content Creation
Blog Content
Blog Writing
Writing
Video Narration
Voice Acting
$52 hourly
Zachary O.
- 5.0/5
- (113 jobs)
Thanks for checking out my profile! SPECIALTIES: Editing // Proofreading // Developmental Editing // Beta Reading // Writing Critique // Text Formatting // Translation Localizing Creative Writing Expertise: • Passionate about Short Stories, Poetry, Novels. Theatre Scripts, Graphic Novels, Comics • Key experience in manuscript formatting and publication processes • Active writer and published author of poetry books, novellas, short stories, theatre scripts With years of experience as a high school teacher in Creative Writing, English, and Theatre, I am now a digital nomad, exploring the world while working remotely. When I'm not baking scones or befriending pets, I’m dedicated to assisting with your personal and professional projects. My goal is to boost your creativity and efficiency. Let’s connect and bring your projects to life! I look forward to hearing more about your projects!

Book
Musical Theatre
Theatre
Manuscript
Writing
Book Editing
Proofreading Feedback
Editing & Proofreading
Beta Reading
Writing Critique
Proofreading
Fiction
Short Story
Poetry
Creative Writing
$40 hourly
Joanne T.
- 5.0/5
- (53 jobs)
I provide editing services from proofreading, copy editing, and line editing to developmental editing and indexing of academic, nonfiction, financial, tax, and legal projects. I also record for Radio Talking Books and record audiobooks for Audible and Librivox. Since 2020 I have edited more than a dozen nonfiction books, three book-length dissertations, more than 50 academic journal articles, numerous master’s theses and other shorter works, and several white papers. As a retired attorney, judge, and business school professor, I've applied my expertise to subjects ranging from an analysis of the UK's system of dual-class shares, to whether the legal definition of genocide should encompass political grounds, to the environmental aspects of fast fashion, and everything in between. I recently edited and indexed a book on the unique problems of employing those with criminal histories, which was published in 2024 by Springer Nature. I have also edited nearly a dozen travel and how-to books for CZYK Publishing, an independent publisher in the United States. I have extensive experience, and particular expertise, in working with clients for whom English is a second (or third) language. I edit in MS Word and return for each project a redline with my suggested edits and explanatory comments and, when appropriate, a clean copy ready for use. I have also edited in Google Docs and in Adobe. I have certificates in editing from the University of Washington and from the University of Chicago, a doctorate in accounting/business/economics from the University of Minnesota, and a law degree from the University of Michigan. I would love to speak with you about how I can help you make your writing clear, concise, and compelling. As a first step, let's schedule an interview to discuss your project!

Book
Developmental Editing
Academic Editing
English
Grammar & Syntax Review
Medical Editing
Business Editing
Book Editing
Editing & Proofreading
Legal Drafting
Legal Research
Legal Writing
Line Editing
Copy Editing
$100 hourly
Scott B.
- 4.9/5
- (31 jobs)
I'm here to give your book, script, or content the same attention, care, and experience I have given major publishers, producers of $100M+ films, and the world's largest tech companies. Gratefully, 15 years ago, my first book was picked up by Harper Collins, debuted on Amazon at #1, and enjoyed massive publicity to the point of becoming an answer on Jeopardy(!). I've been a professional creative writer ever since, as a fiction and nonfiction book author, co-author and ghostwriter - except for the fact I also love filmmaking and screenwriting and have, again gratefully, worked directly with my fair share of Academy Award-winning producers and directors here in LA. I'm passionate about all writing and I love what I do! I can - ghostwrite your piece the way I have for major publishers. - co-author with you the way I did on a book that debuted at #1 on Amazon in true crime. - coach you through writing your book or script like I have with dozens of writers. - consult with you on story/ rewrite your script the way I have with Oscar-winning directors and producers. - help you create content and articles that grab and keep eyeballs, the way I have for Oracle VPs, etc. I also know what it's like to bare your soul and invite others to help with your creative work. It's a little bit like standing naked on a stage and I know it's not easy. I hire friends, editors, and writers to read and edit my own work all the time - we are all in this together, and we can all use help! Also deep down in my resume is the fact I've been both a high school and university Literature and Writing teacher so - I have all the grammar and style stuff covered, and I've got an extra dose of patience. It's always a priority to maintain the right voice (usually, yours) while still crafting a page-turner that absolutely nails every single beat of story structure. I'm highly collaborative and easy to work with, partially because I've, well, seen it all. Fiction, nonfiction, film, television, web3, true crime, YA, fantasy, memoir, travelogue, medical, whistleblower, biography, technical writing, comedy, drama, content creation, you name it, I've written or edited it. Apart from my nonfiction and fiction book authoring and editing, I have 25 years of experience as a filmmaker - as script supervisor, development, casting director, editor, and composer. I've done quite a bit of various film and TV work at the highest levels over the years, always training myself to learn every facet of both the literary and filmmaking worlds. When it comes to screenwriting, it sure helps to have that kind of production experience. I always look at every project - book or film, from poetry to biz docs - from a holistic, high angle view in terms of commercial viability as well as artistic integrity. It always starts with theme. So the first question is - what do you care about? What do you need people to hear? Then we drop some structure on it, pay special attention to the voice - and work it till we're happy :) I'm here to help and happy to chat. And for the heck of it, apart from the fact that I've had 6-figure book deals with Harper Collins and The Pegasus Books Group, here are some other individuals and entities I've worked with, directly: Sean Penn, Roland Emmerich, Spike Lee, Kevin Smith, Ben Affleck, Jennifer Lopez, Jerry Bruckheimer, Chris Carter, Mark Gordon, Emile Hirsch, Scott Rudin, Jim Carrey, Mel Gibson, Heath Ledger, Jackie Chan, Jennifer Garner, Mark Hamill, Meat Loaf Aday, Jack Douglas (music producer—John Lennon), Ziggy Marley, Damian and Julian Marley, Brandy, Third World, Shabba Ranks, Shaggy, Fran Drescher, David Levy (Robert Altman producer), Ed Saxon (producer Silence of the Lambs, Philadelphia, Beloved), Larry Cano (producer, Silkwood), Niels Juul (producer Martin Scorsese, Michael Mann), Roger Corman, an Elder Scroll founder, Nebula and Hugo Award-winning YA author Nnedi Okorafor, Sony, Dreamworks, Walden, Centropolis, WB, MTV, Paramount, NBC, CBS, FOX, and my own indie films as writer/ director/ producer/ editor have gone to festivals including Montreal and Gasparilla. Whew! If you got this far - thanks!

Book
Content Writing
Fiction Writing
Book Editing
Ghostwriting
TV Screenplay
Book Writing
Film Screenplay
Nonfiction Writing
Script Coverage
Children's Writing
Novel
Ebook Writing
Script
Creative Writing
$55 hourly
Daniel P.
- 5.0/5
- (9 jobs)
I ghostwrite and edit fiction and nonfiction, including memoir/biography and creative nonfiction. I am a former Nature magazine international news correspondent and a novelist. I'm new to Upwork but I come with 35 years of writing experience. Contact for writing samples. • Work experience includes ghostwriting and editing memoirs, novels and short stories. • Additional work experience includes ghostwriting a book-length corporate history as a coffee-table edition, including photo research and editing, and incorporating excerpts of some 80 interviews with employees. • Other relevant work experience includes journalism, copywriting, academic writing, and documentary script writing. • I have managed large reportorial teams as lead editor. • My nonfiction writing was previously represented by Corcoran & Power Literary Management of New York City. • I use over a dozen online research tools include EBSCO, Pubmed, Agricola, Jstor and Business Source. • I am precise, concise and deadline-oriented. • Regular communication is part of my process, including weekly progress reports and submission of drafts in progress. I bring a lifetime of experience to the table. What can I do for you? "Whether copywriting or blogging or more in-depth projects requiring extensive research skills, I can enthusiastically recommend him for almost any writing job, fiction or non-fiction." -Ronit Wagman, former Acquisitions Editor, Penguin Random House publishers

Book
Biography
Biography Writing
Autobiography
Biography & Memoir
SEO Keyword Research
SEO Content
SEO Writing
Narrative
Story
Editorial
Short Story
Novel
Memoir
$35 hourly
Xao T.
- 5.0/5
- (10 jobs)
I’m a creative writer that specializes in fantasy and science fiction, romance, paranormal romance, horror, and thrillers. I’m also a beta reader, and have experience in critiques and helping others to hone their craft. I focus on character-driven stories, imaginative world building, and fantastical creatures. I do line edits, check for spelling and grammar, and offer suggestions to help polish and elevate your story to the next level. Whether you’re needing a ghostwriter to help you flesh out your story, an editor to make sure there are no mistakes, or a reader to help you polish your work, I can help. I’m very communicative. I like to make sure that you’re a part of the process so the finished work is to your expectation. Send me a message and let’s get started today.

Book
Novel
Story Editing
Ghostwriting
Romance
Book Editing
Editing & Proofreading
Science Fiction
Fantasy
Romance Writing
Novel Writing
Creative Writing
Proofreading
Writing
Content Writing
$50 hourly
Kali B.
- 5.0/5
- (258 jobs)
We focus on helping authors self-publish their books. Our services include manuscript evaluation, editing and proofreading, and translations (native fluency in English and Spanish). Once the manuscript is finalized, we design (format, style and typeset) book interiors for print, code and test e-books, and create/convert book covers. We also upload files or provide technical support, as needed, for online distribution including Amazon (Kindle/KDP), Barnes and Noble, Draft2Digital/Smashwords Premium Catalogue, iBooks, Ingram Sparks, Lulu and others. File format deliverables: ePub, MOBI, KPF, PDF, RTF. For over a decade we have helped clients create legacy projects (personal memoirs preserving family histories, cookbooks, and spiritual testimonials). But our authors also cover the gamut of genres and categories including fiction (literary novels, sci-fi and fantasy, short stories and poetry collections), and non-fiction (business/legal, health and wellness, travel, and self-help guides). We occasionally also consult on other aspects of publishing and help brainstorm actionable tasks to make your book project a success.

Book
Nonfiction
Typesetting
Print Design
LULU Software SODA PDF
Publishing Fundamentals
Layout Design
English to Spanish Translation
Book Cover
Ebook Design
EPUB
Copy Editing
PDF Conversion
English
Proofreading
$40 hourly
Jesse T.
- 4.6/5
- (72 jobs)
I create illustrations to to meet my client’s needs, with attention to quality and detail, and delivering the work within their timeframe. I work traditionally* as well as digitally, and I can seamlessly blend the two mediums. Here are some things clients have said about my work: • “His artwork is incredible, he is great to communicate with and always wants to ensure customer satisfaction.” • “…open to changes and really "saw" my vision for the project.” • “…truly is competent and capable and a talented illustrator.” • “Working with Jesse was an absolute pleasure. The final product was fantastic.” We may be a great fit if you are looking for an illustrator who: • Delivers consistent work that matches the quality of their portfolio work • Produces the work on time • Will revise the work to meet what you envision • Can match an existing style to maintain consistency of a project Working with me, you will receive: • Excellent illustrations backed by classical drawing skills • Consistent work over multiple illustrations • Work featuring diverse, well-developed characters and detailed settings and backgrounds • Preliminary sketches and communication every step of the way, you will always know exactly how the project is advancing. I have over seventeen years of experience as a commercial artist. Creating art is my passion. I practice daily to constantly expand my skillset. I frequently work in pencil, ink, marker, acrylic, and colored pencil and can also combine the mediums. In addition to Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator, I am also very well-versed in Affinity programs: Designer, Photo, and Publisher, as well as Autodesk Sketchbook Pro and Krita. If this sounds like a good fit, click the green “Invite to Job” button in the top right-hand corner, send me a message and we can take it from there. *One advantage to traditional work: since physical artwork is created, it can be very helpful to crowdfunding campaigns to have the original artwork offered as a stretch goal reward.

Book
Cartoon Art
Concept Design
Comics
Drawing
Pencil Illustration
Pen & Ink Illustration
Storybook
Digital Art
Sketch
Character Design
Editorial Illustration
Adobe Illustrator
Illustration
Adobe Photoshop
$35 hourly
Jeff R.
- 5.0/5
- (98 jobs)
Hello, my name is Jeff Rudolph, and I am a book manuscript copyeditor and proofreader. I have helped numerous authors and small publishers get their manuscripts cleaned up and ready to present to the world. I consider fantasy and historical fiction my specialities, but I've worked numerous genres including romance, religion, how-to, poetry, business, education, and more. As a copyeditor, it is my job to make sure all the mechanical elements of your writing--spelling, grammar, etc.--are clean and error-free. It is also my job to make sure that everything reads well by looking at phrasing and word choice and making changes where necessary (while making sure to retain your voice within your writing). Finally, I keep an eye out for things like factual errors and plot holes that may have slipped through previous drafts. As a proofreader, I serve as a final pair of eyes at the end of the editorial process to catch any remaining errors that managed to slip through previous steps. Specifically, the proofreader's role is to perform a final sweep to catch those last few mechanical errors that managed to sneak past the copyeditor, and to check for any formatting issues that may have been introduced or missed during the formatting/layout process. So if you're looking to get your manuscript ready for publishing, please feel free to contact me.

Book
Proofreading Feedback
Nonfiction
Fiction
Editorial
Manuscript
Error Detection
US English Dialect
Editing & Proofreading
English
Copy Editing
Proofreading
Chicago Manual of Style
Book Editing
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