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Greenville, North Carolina
10+ years of experience with top brands like Disney Parks News Blog, Texas A&M University, Mersmann (marketing agency), and Madisonville Christmas Co. Career in higher ed, marketing and SEO agencies, and entertainment news My expert experience: WordPress, Semrush, Constant Contact, Canva, Hootsuite, Sprout Social, Meltwater, Cision, AP Style, CVENT, Asana, Smartsheet, Wrike, Trello, ClickUp, Lytho, FileMaker, Qualtrics, Newbook, OTAs, Salesforce
- Web Content Strategy
- WordPress
- Website Content
- Web Content Development
- Website Copywriting
- Web Design
- Website
- Website Copy
- SEO Writing
- SEO Content
- Proofreading
- Editing & Proofreading
Columbia, South Carolina
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Anne is an incredibly talented writer and editor and takes seriously the intent of the copy, not what any certain type of copy is supposed to sound like. Her willingness to listen and connect to my goals is such an asset to my projects!" Grounded in psychology. Tested in real markets. Your business is unique. The way you communicate it should be, too. I don't just write or edit content ... I help shape the messaging behind it so it connects, builds trust, and drives action. If you're here, you probably don't need more content. You need content that finally works the way it should. ✦ Maybe you keep rewriting the same paragraph because nothing sounds quite clear, compelling, or fully like you ... ✦ Maybe your content sounds informative but not connective ... people read it without feeling pulled in ... ✦ Or maybe you've hired someone before and ended up with copy that sounded AI-generated, overly polished, or completely off-brand. ✦ You know your product, service, or story has value. You just can't seem to get people to feel it fast enough to act. That's where I come in. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Anne is exactly what I need to write my memoir! Her style of writing is compelling and excellent." — Memoir Client Here's what makes the difference: Before I write or edit a single word, I want to understand three things: 1️⃣ Who you're trying to reach, 2️⃣ What you want them to feel or do, and 3️⃣ What's getting in the way right now. Show me what you have. Tell me who you're working with and what you're going for. I'll tell you what I see. I'm naturally analytical and a strategist first ... which means I'm not just looking at your sentences. I'm looking at whether your message is built for the right person, in the right voice, toward the right outcome. → Who is this for, specifically? → What do you want them to understand, feel, or do? → What's the one thing this piece needs to accomplish? That's the foundation everything else is built on. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Extremely competent and skilled professional. Completed the task accurately with excellent technical quality. Communication was smooth and they were proactive in solving problems. A top-tier freelancer I would strongly recommend." Where I work: ✅ Brand messaging and positioning that sounds like you ... not a template ✅ Memoir and narrative ghostwriting rooted in your voice, your story, and the people it's meant to reach ✅ Copy editing and story editing that sharpens structure, clarity, and emotional pull without flattening what makes your writing yours ✅ Narrative feature content that finds the story inside a business, place, or idea and makes an audience feel something ✅ Content that's already written but needs clearer direction, stronger positioning, or a voice that finally sounds right ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Anne is one of the best copywriters I've worked with given her attention to detail and thoughtfulness. She really tries to understand your business, tone, and online persona. I've already rehired her for another project. Highly recommend!" — Returning Client A few results worth mentioning: 📈 78% of property listings I wrote sold in under 10 days 📈 100% sold within 30 days 📈 A local business owner reported increased foot traffic after a feature I wrote 📈 Invited by The Daily Meal to join its Culinary Content Network How it works: → Send me a message about your project ... what you have, what's not working, what you're hoping for → I ask targeted, strategic questions upfront to uncover what's not working, what's unclear, and where your message is losing impact → We refine together until it sounds exactly right Rising Talent 🔹 100% Job Success Score 🔹 2-hour money-back guaranteed trial ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "This is our second contract with Anne. Such a pleasure working with her. Very responsive and provides top quality results. Highly recommended." — Pre-Launch Copy Client ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "What stood out most was her attention to detail and willingness to ensure everything was completed accurately, which made the entire collaboration smooth and efficient. She brought great value to the project by being proactive, responsive, and reliable." — Market Research Client ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Anne was a joy to work with! She's a great writer, and I will be hiring her again to write website content for our home service business." — Home Services Client
- Real Estate Marketing
- Blog Content
- Content Research
- Ghostwriting
- Memoir Writing
- Copywriting
- Brand Positioning
- Copy Editing
- Storytelling
- Voice of the Customer
- Audience Targeting
- Audience Research
- Emotional Tone
- Psychology
- Story Editing
- AI Content Editing
- Research & Strategy
- Creative Strategy
- Polish
- Story Development
Ferriday, Louisiana
UGC Creator | TikTok & Meta Ad Content | Short-Form Videos That Convert If your brand needs UGC that feels natural but is built to perform, I’m your creator. I specialize in short-form video ads for TikTok, Reels, and paid social — creating content designed to stop the scroll, build trust fast, and drive engagement. I create: • TikTok-style ad creatives • App + AI tool content • Product demos & testimonial videos • Lifestyle and routine-based UGC • Pet and outdoor lifestyle content • Multiple hooks/variations for ad testing My style is conversational, high-energy, relatable, and optimized for modern short-form platforms. I focus on content that feels authentic — not overly polished or scripted. Why brands work with me: • Strong hook-focused content • Fast turnaround & communication • Real-life filming environments • Experienced with paid ad style UGC • Comfortable creating direct-response content I film in a variety of natural lifestyle settings including lakefront outdoor locations, everyday home routines, and a real multi-dog household environment that works especially well for pet and lifestyle brands. Whether you need organic-feeling TikTok content, testimonial ads, product demos, or scroll-stopping UGC for paid campaigns, I’d love to help bring your brand to life.
- Marketing Strategy
- Content Creation
- Social Media Content
- Video Advertising
- TikTok Marketing
- Instagram Reels
- Social Media Marketing
- Product Demonstration
- Video Editing & Production
- Brand Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Influencer Marketing
- Videography
- Video Commercial
- Testimonial Video
- Short Video
- Instagram Ad Campaign
- Organic & Natural Style
- UGC
Orlando, Florida
𝗜 𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗵𝗶𝗴𝗵-𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁 𝘃𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗼 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗱𝗼𝗲𝘀𝗻’𝘁 𝗷𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗹𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗴𝗼𝗼𝗱, 𝗶𝘁 𝗱𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗹 𝗯𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘀. From hand crafted branded marketing videos, professionally produced or self produced interviews and podcasts to high-converting HUMAN FIRST - HAND CRAFTED short-form content, my work sits at the intersection of storytelling, strategy, and conversion-focused editing. I typically work with businesses and professionals who are serious about how their content represents their business, product, and culture, whether that means building a brand presence, scaling video output, or turning viewers into paying customers. My ideal Client is focused on REAL HUMAN CRAFTED content first; that truly represents them in the highest regard - NO AI SLOP. 𝗬𝗼𝘂’𝗹𝗹 𝗴𝗲𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗺𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝘃𝗮𝗹𝘂𝗲 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗺𝗲 𝗶𝗳 𝘆𝗼𝘂’𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴: • "We aren't looking for AI SLOP, we want TOP QUALITY - HUMAN FIRST/HAND CRAFTED CONTENT" • “We need videos that actually convert, not just look nice.” • “Our content feels inconsistent and lacks a clear strategy.” ***This happens most with AI driven content. • “We want to repurpose long-form content into short-form clips.” • “We need a reliable editor who understands branding and marketing.” • ***“We’re scaling content and need a system, not just one-off edits.”*** • ***“Our business depends on showing up professionally online.” ***This is where HUMAN FIRST/HAND CRAFTED STANDS APART FROM AI SLOP • " We have all of this footage, what now?" 𝗜𝗳 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗺𝗲, 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁: • Strategic HUMAN FIRST editing designed for engagement, retention, and conversion • Clean, professional HUMAN CURATED visuals aligned with your brand identity for professional represnetation • HUMAN CRAFTED branded short-form content optimized for TikTok, Reels, and YouTube Shorts • Long-form editing for podcasts, webinars, and marketing campaigns • Repurposing systems that maximize every piece of content • Clear communication, fast turnaround, and reliable delivery 𝗘𝘅𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗼𝗳 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝗜’𝘃𝗲 𝗱𝗼𝗻𝗲: • Edited and produced content for global TV networks and professional brands (10years) • Produced and Edited a successful TV series which sold to DISH for $1.6million • Helped businesses scale their video presence with consistent, high-quality output • Helped build companies from garage start-ups to multi-million dollar companies • Proven results for driving sales from video ads more than 300% within the first 90 days • Created high-converting social media video campaigns across multiple industries • Built content systems turning one podcast into 10+ short-form assets that drive results • Developed branded video strategies that increased engagement and visibility • Delivered polished marketing videos, trailers, and promotional content 𝗧𝗼𝗼𝗹𝘀 & 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗶𝘀𝗲: * 𝗘𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴: Final Cut Pro, Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, DaVinci Resolve, AI tools (TO SUPPORT NOT MAIN EDITING - AI SLOP) * 𝗦𝘁𝘆𝗹𝗲𝘀: Social Media, Corporate, Interviews, Podcast, Commercial, Trailers, TV & Film * 𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀: Long-form documentary, Short-form content, branded storytelling, content repurposing * 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝘆: Content planning, audience targeting, conversion-focused editing If you’re looking for someone who understands both the creative and business side of video, not just editing, but how content actually performs, feel free to reach out. I’ll be upfront about whether I’m the right fit and how I’d approach your project. Your Personal Video Strategist+Producer+HUMAN FIRST Editor Aaron Arnold - Top Rated Seller with YEARS of experience and thousands of 5 star reviews online!
- Marketing Strategy
- Adobe After Effects
- Wedding & Event Video
- Corporate Style
- Video Marketing
- Videography
- Event Highlights Video
- Video Editing & Production
- Film Production
- Zoom Video Conferencing
- Digital Video
- Video Editing
- Facebook Advertising
- Video Advertising
Miami, Florida
🔥 Top 1% in Search Engine Optimization Expert | 300+ websites launched | $22M+ profit for my clients in 2025 ⚡ Boosts organic conversion +20% & organic traffic +100% YoY 💎 ONLY 1 SLOT LEFT FOR JUNE 2026 ✨ PRE-BOOKING FOR JULY 2026 IS OPEN 🤝 Trusted by Yelp, Semrush, HubSpot & 600+ other companies 🎯 Scale Up Organic Traffic Growth Expert for Local Service-based Businesses 📊 Growth Results 📊 - HVAC Company (Florida): SEO Specialist. #1 all local keywords, $300k first year organic revenue - Interior Design Studio (Ohio): On-Page SEO & Content SEO. 10 high-ticket clients/month, $4M first-year revenue from SEO - General Contractors (California): Search Engine Optimization. +75% lead-to-estimate conversion, 3× revenue in 2025 - Plumbing Company (Canada): SEO Audit + SEO Strategy. +200% organic traffic via SEO strategy - Roofing Company (Massachusetts): Technical SEO & Content SEO & SEO Backlinks. 60 clicks/day, $10M organic revenue (2-year engagement) - Foundation Repair Company (Canada): AI Search Engine Optimization. 10 closed deals/month from AI-driven SEO ☄️ Who I Work With ☄️ - General contractors and home-service businesses building predictable local SEO systems with search-driven lead flow - Professional service businesses moving from low-margin jobs to high-value projects via Search Engine Marketing - Growing local companies focused on more rankings, calls, booked projects and service-area optimization - Multi-location service brands that need scalable SEO Setup & Configuration across multiple regions 💼 About Me 💼 📱 300+ websites launched & promoted via On-page SEO & SEO Writing 💰 $100M+ revenue generated for clients (2024-2025) 💻 30+ years in Search Engine Optimization & On-Page SEO (if you count my 3x senior speed and 500+ launched companies) 🚀 11+ years in IT | 8+ years in Senior Search Engine Optimization Expert, SEO Specialist 📈 Average +60% conversion growth after SEO audits 🌍 750+ clients worldwide - from local contractors to Fortune 500 & Inc. 5000 📞 90+ local service businesses generating 10,000+ calls per day 🛍️ 100+ Home Improvement websites with +50% revenue growth QoQ 🛠️ Featured expert: SEMrush, HubSpot & Ahrefs (Local SEO) 💼 Fortune 500 collaborations - leading SEO specialist 🇺🇸 Based in Miami, FL (EST) 💎 Why Clients Choose Me 💎 Most local service businesses fail to grow because potential customers never find them in search. I help business owners build a proper SEO Strategy that drives real leads, not just traffic. My focus - strategic Local SEO, Google Business Profile optimization, Content SEO + SEO Backlinking strategies that boost visibility and trust in competitive local markets. I blend data-driven SEO Performance, competitor insights, and local marketing frameworks to turn underperforming businesses into high-impact, lead-generating machines. 💡 Process: from research and strategy to growth audit and roadmap, 360* SEO Specialist included SEO web development, Content SEO, SEO Keyword Research, SEO Backlinking, and my full marketing support - Google Analytics integration, CMS analysis, sales consulting, marketing, and sales funnel building. 📚 My Expertise 📚 • SEO Keyword Research: uncovering high-intent local keywords that drive qualified leads. • Technical SEO: improving crawlability, speed, and site structure for stronger rankings. • On-Page SEO: optimizing pages, metadata, and content to boost visibility and conversions. • Off-Page SEO & Local Link Building: earning authoritative US and local backlinks that elevate trust and domain strength (DR 40+, traffic 1500+). • SEO Audits & Strategy: revealing growth opportunities and building clear, actionable SEO roadmaps. • SEO Writing & Content: creating service-focused content that ranks, engages, and converts. 🛠 Tools & Process 🛠 Google Tools: Google Analytics, Google Search Console, Google Tag Manager, Google Trends SEO Research Tools: Ahrefs, SEMRush, Screaming Frog Websites CMSs: WordPress, Weblium, Wix, Webflow, Strapi CMS AI Tools: ChatGPT, Midjourney, Perplexity, Gemini, Claude SEO Plugins: Yoast SEO, RankMath, All in One SEO (AIOSEO) SEO Writing Tools: Surfer SEO, Grammarly, Hemingway, Jasper AI Management: ClickUp, Jira, Asana Collaboration: Google Drive, Dropbox, Slack 🚀 Let’s Grow Your Company in 2026! 📅 Book your Search Engine Optimization Consultation. I’ll audit your website, optimize content, and turn your local SEO into a growth machine. ⚡ Only a few consultation slots are available this month. Let’s scale your business with high-end SEO Performance.
- Content SEO
- On-Page SEO
- Search Engine Optimization
- SEO Keyword Research
- SEO Backlinking
- Off-Page SEO
- SEO Audit
- Google Analytics
- SEO Strategy
- Organic Traffic Growth
- SEO Writing
- Content Writing
- SEO Performance
- Technical SEO
- Blog Content
- Local SEO
- SEO Competitor Analysis
- SEO Setup & Configuration
- WordPress SEO Plugin
- AI Content Writing
Long Beach, California
I help wellness, beauty, and lifestyle brands grow through strategic short-form content on TikTok and Instagram. I create and manage Reels/TikTok videos, develop content strategy, and ensure platform-safe messaging for regulated categories like skincare and wellness.
- Video Editing
- Short Video
- Social Media Video
- Content Creation
- TikTok Marketing
- Instagram Reels
- UGC
- Social Media Marketing
- Video Advertising
- Product Demonstration
- On-Camera Presenting
- Creative Strategy
- Animation
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