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Multi-skilled creative with experience in content writing, customer relations, and data analysis, currently branching out into technology through AI and coding. I am passionate about effective communication, women's empowerment, and creative problem solving. I thrive at the crossroads of storytelling and technology, having previously worked in freelance writing, marketing, and e-commerce.

Thank you Karen Peppler for a gazillion versions of logos I would NEVER have dreamed of! Your talent and imagination is quite something! *** Karen did an amazing job at interpreting the brief and delivering an amazing result. We appreciated her input and creativity in the process. *** "OMG these are beautiful and just what I wanted, thank you a million. I LOVE them." *** "Karen never ceases to amaze me with her talent! She can take the concept in my mind and design a beautifully-branded document that looks even better in reality than it did when I dreamed it up. I can't recommend her enough! She is amazing!" *** "Karen is a gem!! Her work is meticulous and perfect. She is always available when I need her and she gets the job done quickly, without sacrificing quality of work. She is easy to communicate with, friendly, and the quality of work produced is nothing short of amazing. I highly recommend Karen for your graphic design needs. I would not consider going to anyone else! She is my first choice always!!" *** "Karen is a true professional. She is friendly and skilled. Highly recommend." *** "Did several extra edits - really great to work with! Don’t hesitate to hire!" *** Amazing work and have used Karen again! *** Since I can remember I wanted to work in the design field. I love creating things and coming up with innovative ideas to seemingly unsolvable problems. I have been working in the field of design for 25 years or so and freelancing for the last eight years. My idea of a successful freelance job is one where everyone is happy with the work done and amount paid. I value integrity and honesty and therefore am fulfilled when, at the end of a project, everyone is satisfied.

I am a native English freelancer with experience in proofreading, writing, editing, and formatting. I have a BCom degree in Strategic Management, which was primarily centered around business management, accounting, and economics. I am comfortable working in UK or US English. As part of my degree I completed various research modules and as such have experience with academic referencing, especially Harvard style. I am also familiar with academic writing and research methodology. I have a particular interest in technology and am familiar with terminology relating to programming, computer hardware and software, web development, cryptocurrency, and robotics. This interest in technology extends to AI and I am adept at using ChatGPT to speed up projects and humanizing AI work. That said, I will never use AI for a project without your explicit instructions or permission. I am comfortable working with Excel, Word, Trint, Slack, WordPress, Express Scribe, PowerPoint, Google Sheets, and Google Docs. I am also a fast learner and would love the opportunity to work in new programs and formats. This means that I'm happy to proofread comments in Python code, text on WordPress sites, and much more. I am an efficient and capable freelancer who is able to offer highly competitive rates due to my country's exchange rate.

Do you need copy that helps your website grow or sell? I craft engaging and creative content, and get involved with the entire process of developing your website’s copy. How are my skills and services useful to you? - Research on your niche and target readers - Provide fresh ideas for topics that are unique and on point - Producing copy that is always factual and authentic - Write creative pieces that are punchy and comprehensive, with a tone that perfectly suits your audience - SEO specialist - Wordpress skills - Proofreading and editing so that copy is always cleanly laid out, easy to read and free of errors - Include revisions - Selecting appropriate images to accompany the copy I apply this to landing pages, marketing emails, blog pieces, research articles and social media profiles. If it needs to be written, I am your freelancer! I have over a decade of professional writing experience including being a published author, songwriter and poet. There are numerous online articles to my credit. I am qualified in TEFL, and created online learning content for the school at which I taught. And for a personal touch: I am a classically trained guitarist, and the secretary of the Spider Club of Southern Africa. My hobbies include the arts, reading, amateur astronomy, and amateur arachnology.

I am an experienced writer, proofreader and copy-editor, based in South Africa, with a personal interest in health, nutrition and psychology (amongst others). I have been doing time-restricted eating/intermittent fasting myself for a few years and have read quite a lot about it. I have also used my writing and editing skills in the mining, terrestrial ecosystems and CSI sectors. I have spent a few months writing website content (based on study results) for a US-based supplements distributor, and I have a long-time client for whom I write or copy-edit health-related articles, amongst others. This includes ensuring clarity, correct grammar and good structure. My experience includes web content, ghost-writing, articles, book copy-editing, newsletters and journalism. My academic background includes a B degree (languages) and a postgraduate teaching qualification, but my true writing school has been reading thousands of good books, working for a diverse range of companies and researching language issues on my own.

CLAUDIA GIBSON SKILLS SUMMARY * Executive Assistant to company President (virtual / remote / independent contractor) * Research for Junior Tennis Development Project, Canada and lists of SA agricultural pesticides, Singapore. * Bookkeeping, Debtors, Creditors (Quickbooks and Xero online certified, Pastel Sage) Remote * Project Management * Project Coordinator (Electrical construction-LV / MV / HV overhead power lines, high mast lighting) * Agricultural Management and Consulting * Procurement Management * Tender Documentation Compilation and Pricing (Electrical construction and other) * Art, Drawing and Graphic Design * Photography and Editing * Typing, Proofreading and Transcription * Teach English as Foreign Language (TEFL) PERSONAL SKILLS - English, isiXhosa, Afrikaans Languages - Attention to detail and fast learner - Proactive and Work Independently - Punctual and Reliable - Perfectionist and Professional - Systems Orientated - Versatile, Creative and Artistic EDUCATION - Agricultural Management National Diploma (UNISA) - Project Management Certificate (UNISA) - N4-N6 Management Assistant Certificate (Technical College) - Teach English as Foreign Language (TEFL) Certificate (i-to-i TEFL) - QuickBooks online (Pro Advisor Certified) - Xero Online (Advisor Certified) SKILLS / NATURAL TALENT - Art, Graphic Design and Photography Art - Original paintings, drawings, pencil sketches, portraits, acrylics, pastels, water color, PVA and ink. Graphic Design - Graphic Design including greeting and business cards, company logos and various other designs. - Software: AutoCAD, Canva, Adobe Illustrator, Blender, Inskape, Krita, Coral draw, Paint. Photography - All photography and editing. - Software: Photoshop, Arcsoft, EXPERIENCE Project Coordinator Management and construction of electrical contracting projects for low voltage, medium voltage and high voltage overhead powerlines, substations, high mast lighting and wind farms. Tender Coordinator / Consultant Tender documentation compilation and pricing and procurement management for electrical contracting projects for low voltage, medium voltage and high voltage overhead powerlines, substations, high mast lighting, wind farms and solar installations. Sales and Marketing Sales and marketing for hunting, fishing and firearm training and retail outfitter including customer services, advertising, marketing, face book page design. Background Experience I grew up on a pineapple and beef cattle farm family business learning the complete pineapple production processes and beef cattle farming systems and management. Farm size (3000 hectares), annual tonnage of pineapples (16 000), 300 head of cattle. HOBBIES / INTERESTS Tennis, Squash, horse riding, on/off road motorcycle riding, fishing, artworks, photography, outdoors, owner of Ratatoui Rat and Mouse Rescue SA Sport: Tennis: - Played first team at Primary and High School level - Captained and played in the first team league, played in 2nd team league and played numerous tournaments for local Tennis Clubs. - Award for ladies singles and doubles titles at local Tennis Club annual championships and award for Special Services for local Tennis Club. Squash: - Played first team at Primary and High School level and played social squash for various local clubs Aerobics: - Achieved top 7 position in aerobics marathon competition at high school level. Outdoor Activities: - Hunting, Shooting, Fishing, Horse riding, cycling, off road motorcycle riding, cricket, softball, photography, gardening and landscaping. Animal Rescue - Owner of Ratatoui Rat and Mouse Rescue SA - Rescue, rehabilitation and housing of Fancy Rats and kept as pets - Working with various wildlife eg Chameleons and Butcherbirds. Art and Design - Painting and drawing - Graphic design, flower arranging, interior and exterior design and décor Skills portfolios and agricultural profile available on request. Thank you for taking the time to read my profile and sharing my journey. Trusting I will be able to assist you with any professional services you may require. Kind Regards Claudia Gibson Freelancer / Independent Contractor