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Jenny F.

East London, South Africa

$17/hr
5.0
242 jobs

I am a native English speaker with a Bachelor of Commerce and a Master's in Business Leadership. I have nine years of experience in writing, editing, and quality-checking written content, from research papers to marketing content and web pages. 25 years of experience in Inventory Management, Project Management, and General Management have equipped me with the technical skills and knowledge to produce plausible technical writing. I have more AI experience than most, having trained large language models over several years. The result is the ability to combine the best of human skill and AI input to produce high-quality content.

  • Content Editing
  • Content Writing
  • SEO Writing
  • Search Engine Optimization
  • Proofreading
  • English
  • Content Creation
  • Blog Content
  • Editing & Proofreading
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Copywriting
  • Article Writing
  • Research Papers
  • AI Content Creation
  • AI Content Editing
Benjamin S.

Pretoria, South Africa

$18/hr
5.0
23 jobs

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.

  • Tech & IT
  • Audio Transcription
  • English
  • Accounting Basics
  • Editing & Proofreading
  • Microsoft Word
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Economics
  • Proofreading
  • Business Management
  • WordPress
Julia R.

Johannesburg, South Africa

$35/hr
4.7
57 jobs

I am a professional copy editor, proofreader, and writer with a degree in English and a strong passion for language and communication. My experience includes copyediting for newspapers under tight deadlines, where accuracy, clarity, and concise writing were essential. I also write and edit content across a diverse range of industries, including women’s health, wellness, spirituality, finance, cryptocurrency, investment, marketing, and medical communications, plus more. I am experienced in researching topics thoroughly and creating authentic content from scratch, as well as editing complex, high-level copy to ensure it is engaging and error-free. In addition, I have worked as an AI content reviewer and have hands-on experience uploading, formatting, and editing articles using platforms such as WordPress.

  • Content Writing
  • Blog Content
  • Health & Wellness
  • English
  • Editing & Proofreading
  • Fact-Checking
  • Blog Writing
  • SEO Writing
  • Copy Editing
  • Proofreading
  • Error Detection
  • Writing
  • Style Guide Development
  • South African English Dialect
  • Medical Editing
Sarah A.

Cape Town, South Africa

$35/hr
5.0
12 jobs

Hello! I'm Sarah, a seasoned freelancer offering a diverse skill set to enhance your projects. A native English speaker proficient in both US and British English, my journey encompasses hospitality management, copy editing, and remote operational support, showcasing adaptability and proficiency in various environments. As a solution-oriented professional, my mission is to optimize both my output and your work. **About Me:** With a background in hospitality and Senior Operations roles, I excel in teamwork and thrive independently, effortlessly collaborating with global teams. Trustworthy, personable, and always open to learning, I bring a unique blend of skills to your projects. My expertise spans Project Management, Operational Support, and Proofreading and Editing. **Operational Assistance:** Seeking a strategic, operational partner in remote environments? Drawing from my experience as a Senior Operations Officer for a UK-based not-for-profit, I specialize in project management, fundraising, admin, and human resources. My skills extend to essential operations support, optimizing processes, and handling diverse responsibilities with a focus on remote, GMT+2 time zone flexibility. **Copy Editing:** In the realm of words, precision matters. As a dedicated copy editor, my proficiency extends beyond proofreading. With a customer-facing content editing background, I've collaborated with global brands, delivering exceptional results independently. From polishing grammar to enhancing content excellence, I elevate written material in both British and American English. **Connect with Me:** If you're seeking a versatile freelancer who seamlessly handles operations, enhances your content, and ensures quality across projects, let's collaborate! Reach out, and let's transform your ideas into excellence.

  • English
  • Copywriting
  • Editing & Proofreading
  • Website Content
  • Fact-Checking
  • Project Management
  • Website Copywriting
  • Meeting Notes
  • Proofreading
  • Copy Editing
  • Grammar & Syntax Review
  • Error Detection
  • SEO Writing
  • Content Rewriting
  • Business Editing
Reva B.

Sandton, South Africa

$45/hr
4.9
29 jobs

Detail-oriented editor, proofreader, and transcriptionist with extensive experience working with global clients across many industries. Adept at improving clarity, consistency, and flow while preserving the author’s voice. Recognized for precision, linguistic accuracy, and reliability in delivering polished, publication-ready complex content within tight deadlines. Proven track record as a top-rated freelancer on Upwork, consistently receiving 5-star ratings. Expertise in editing complex documents across various industries, including the financial sector, training courses, and humanitarian fields. Skilled in transforming manuscripts into polished publications, with several edited works available on Amazon.

  • English
  • Copywriting
  • Editing & Proofreading
  • British English Dialect
  • Error Detection
  • Canadian English Dialect
  • Formatting
  • US English Dialect
  • Video Transcription
  • Audio Transcription
  • Line Editing
  • Copy Editing
  • Book Editing
  • General Transcription
Beth B.

Johannesburg South, South Africa

$35/hr
5.0
23 jobs

Experienced Freelance Proofreader with a demonstrated history working in the education management industry. Skilled in Editing, Text Editing, Reference Checking, Copy Editing, Copywriting, and Content Writing, Blog Writing, Copywriting. Bachelor's degree focused in English and Classical Studies from University of South Africa/Universiteit van Suid-Afrika.

  • Content Editing
  • Content Writing
  • Blog Content
  • Blog Writing
  • Article Writing
  • SEO Writing
  • English
  • Editing & Proofreading
  • Content Development
  • Proofreading
  • Content Creation
  • Content Rewriting
  • AI Fact-Checking
  • AI Content Editing
  • AI Content Writing
  • AI Content Creation
  • Proofreading Feedback
  • Academic Proofreading
  • Book Editing

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