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I am a self starting creative communicator. My experience to date has been defined by strong academic achievement and a passion for building creative and civic communities through my excellent communication skills. I have worked across creative and education sectors, refining my ability to produce a wide range of copy including strategic and grant proposals, web copy, social media copy, blogs, newsletters, opinion articles, academic articles and even communicate through video content. I am proficient in a wide range of subject areas: - Art - Fashion - Politics - Education - Philosophy - Culture Whether you are looking for a professional tone or a lively personal voice - I can communicate your ideas and vision to the audience you need to reach.

Delivering brands scroll-stopping short-form videos that convert! Hi! I’m Julia, a UGC creator specializing in short-form, performance-focused video content for brands. I’m currently based in California and offer a consistent indoor setup with clean audio, controlled lighting, and fast turnaround. My own TikTok account has reached multiple viral videos, so I understand how to hook attention quickly and create content that feels natural rather than overly “ad-like.” What I Offer: ✅ UGC Video Creation - Natural content for ads (organic & paid) ✅ Product and app demos - Soft-sell storytelling that feels genuine ✅ Short-Form Video Editing - Clean cuts, captions, overlays & trending formats ✅ Scripted or Unscripted Delivery - I can follow your script or create one for you Why Work With Me • Strong understanding of what performs • Reliable setup with professional audio and lighting • Filming in clean indoor environments • Clear communication, fast turnaround, and attention to detail If you’re looking for scroll-stopping, human-centered UGC that fits your brand’s tone, I’d love to collaborate! Have a great day, Julia

Award-winning creative director, copywriter and brand strategist. Expertise in both brand design and advertising. Expert vetted on Upwork, so in the top 1% of my field. I help my clients find their 'why' with a deep dive strategic positioning process, rooted in finding an insightful idea to unify your brand or campaign. Then express this through compelling identities, ads and copy. Please contact me directly for a link to my portfolio.

***Available to hire in 2026 for manuscript proofreading and copyediting.*** Associate member Australian Institute of Professional Editors and EdANZ. I'm a highly experienced proofreader and copyeditor with integrity, a great work ethic, and fast turnaround times. My clients find me to be thorough, meticulous, friendly, and approachable. I am all human! I don't make use of any AI tools in my work, so your IP is safe in my hands. MY EXPERIENCE Through Upwork and my own business, Dots and Crosses NZ, I've worked with poets, short story writers, and authors in a range of genres (historical, crime thriller, memoir). Some of the published works I have proofread: - Ruled by Fate, Sam Withrow, Amelia Pinkis (fantasy) - High-Rise Blood, G.D Gaherty (crime, mystery) - Malspite: The Witch of the Black Forrest, Kevin Walsh (epic fantasy) - Thomas McMahon's Search for Fame, Max Quanchi (biography) - Max Arena, Jamie Doyle (science fiction) - The Rock Renaissance, Jef Cummings (non-fiction, musical history) - A Certain Time, A Certain Place, Teresa Francis (science fiction, romance, historical fiction) - Dyed & Gone to Heaven, Liz Constable (non-fiction, art) - Holding on by Letting Go, Heather Hutchison (non-fiction, memoir) - The Stars Aren't Ready, Georgia Peterson (fiction, young adult) MY SERVICES Proofreading – this service is for manuscripts at their final stage. I will check for spelling, typos, grammar, and punctuation. Copy editing/line editing – includes comments on the use of tenses, sentence structure, the flow of the copy, and repetitive or redundant language. Fact checking by arrangement. Or, perhaps a combination of both. Let's discuss your individual requirements so that my service is tailored to your needs. I offer a per-word rate for manuscripts. ABOUT ME I'm a native English speaker and have a degree in English literature. I evolved my lifelong love of the written word into a successful proofreading and copy editing agency, Dots and Crosses. I'm based out of Auckland, New Zealand, but I work with clients from London to Melbourne. I'm an expert in operating remotely and pride myself on my fast turnaround times and high level of customer service. I'm adept in UK, Canadian, and US English, (I spent a year living and studying in the US).

Thank you for visiting my profile! I am a passionate and experienced business content developer with 15 years of corporate experience and 7 years as a freelance business content creator. During this time, I have collaborated with hundreds of companies across various industries to deliver impactful solutions. How Do I Work? Every organization is unique, with distinct characteristics such as size, type, working style, and specific requirements. I tailor my services to meet your needs, drawing from my extensive experience, which has consistently led to successful outcomes for my clients. Services I Offer: Designing company vision, mission, and values Developing standard operating procedures (SOPs) Creating online training modules Writing company storybooks Developing brand stories and product manuals Crafting strategies for sales conferences Providing international headhunting and talent resourcing Developing assessment centers Implementing employee wellness programs Please take a moment to review the portfolio I’ve attached. These pieces were developed based on specific client needs and are shared here as samples to showcase my work. I am happy to discuss how I can tailor similar solutions to meet your unique requirements.