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"Very responsive to our specific needs....great academic editor." "Solid understanding of academic publishing norms...significantly improved the paper...helped me get published in a great journal." "Keen eye for simplifying language...easy, and enjoyable, to communicate with...experienced and efficient." "Just the right level of edits." "Good knowledge of the medical scientific literature...Best experience with a copyeditor" "So lucky to have my first hire be Michael." “Outstanding service!" "Beyond excellent." "He's awesome." Published/credited as Douglas Michael Massing (1996—2017): Alliance Health, Simone de Beauvoir Institute, Continuum International, Tulsa Studies in Women's Literature. Other (2011—2020): Am. J. Medicine, Anesthesiology, BJA (Oxford), Center for Medical Education, Comparative Political Studies, Dabo Health for Mayo Clinic, Int. J. Environmental Research and Public Health, Mediterranean Politics, Null Publishing Group, Political Geography, UNICEF. Services include copy editing, substantive and developmental editing, manuscript evaluation, and helping authors submit manuscripts that meet peer-reviewed journal submission standards—across fields ranging from medicine and social science to business, the arts, and the humanities. I also edit fiction. I write on science-based medicine for both professional and lay audiences. Research services include evaluating, annotating, and digitizing archival material. The hourly rate posted is a midpoint for a range of services that bill higher and lower depending on the work required.

Looking for a writer or editor who will work as hard as you do to make your brand shine? Someone who can maintain your voice while including SEO best practices? As a full-time freelance writer and copyeditor, I am experienced with a range of topics and types of text. Client satisfaction is my priority — I stay in contact with progress updates and take deadlines seriously. I enjoy working with clients from enterprise level to solo business owners to perfect or produce all types of writing — from emails and newsletters to content articles and manuscripts. Detail-oriented and highly organized, no matter if you need writing or editing, I can help you. My portfolio includes work samples and links to articles I've edited or written. If you think I'm a great fit for your next project, please reach out to get started!

I'm a professional proofreader and copy editor with a keen eye for grammar, clarity, and flow. Whether you're refining a manuscript, business document, blog post, or website copy, I’ll help ensure your words are polished, precise, and publication-ready—without losing your unique voice. Services include:
 ✔ Proofreading for spelling, grammar, punctuation, and formatting
 ✔ Copyediting for sentence structure, clarity, and tone
 ✔ Line editing for flow, readability, and word choice
 ✔ Academic, creative, business, and web content editing
 ✔ Microsoft Word track changes or Google Docs suggestions I work with:
📘 Authors
🎓 Students & academics
💼 Business owners
🎭 Screenwriters & creatives
🌐 Bloggers and website owners Let’s work together to bring out the best in your writing. Clear, professional communication and on-time delivery guaranteed.

It is my greatest pleasure in life to help people navigate through the complexities of the English language. I find it gratifying whenever someone I help achieves success. My editing has raised people’s grades, helped people get into college, improved the clarity of authors’ writing, and cleaned up website content. My work on resumes and cover letters has helped people obtain employment. I can help you present your ideas clearly, precisely, and appropriately to your target audience. I have a B.A. in English with a minor in Education from the University of Connecticut (UCONN). I have been teaching English for over forty years and am a native English speaker. Teaching Experience: • Teaching formal, creative, and business writing skills • Teaching a variety of subjects in adult education • Teaching English Language Learners (ELL) Professional Writing & Editing Experience: • Editing all types of writing both fiction and nonfiction including books, poetry, student papers, articles, business letters, and a variety of other writings • Writing and editing resumes and cover letters • Self-published author Contact me and let’s discuss how I can help you.

I received my bachelor's from UC Santa Barbara in 2013 and subsequently worked as an office assistant and music teacher. Upon relocating to Indonesia in 2015 to follow my artistic and academic interests, I began freelancing online to support my life abroad. During the pandemic, I returned to the USA to complete a two-year master's degree. This was followed by another extended stay in Indonesia, this time as an English teacher at a private secondary school. As of 2024, I am pursuing a doctoral degree in ethnomusicology at Wesleyan University in Connecticut. Freelancing online, particularly through Upwork, has regularly pushed me to explore new varieties of work outside of the familiar. It's what introduced me to teaching ESL, initially online and later in a conventional scholastic setting. It's where I first tried my hand at copywriting, transcription, marketing, and even voice work. While I am forever open to new experiences, I have found that my strongest suit is as an editor. I have successfully edited content for company websites, academic papers, scholarship/admission essays, educational materials, and any variety of other professional or personal projects.

Adaptable, results-driven project management professional with a proven record of successful planning through execution of marketing campaigns and special events. A multi-tasker by nature, recognized for exceptional organizational, attention to detail, and interpersonal skills. 10+ years - Project Manager for small to enterprise size businesses 10+ years - English and Business tutor for high school and collegiate students 7+ years - Director of Marketing, Events and Partnerships I enjoy creating and perfecting content that brings my clients' visions to life, and am an expert in handling the following types of projects: Copy/Imagery Creator, Editor, Final Proofreader | - Student (essay structure/flow, word choice, editing/revision, study strategies) - Internal Documents (employee handbooks, how-to processes, on-boarding/policy docs) - Marketing/Web (white/topic papers, social media posts, Linkedin blogs, video text, websites) - Events (invites/follow-ups, press releases, brochures, agendas/event flyers, executive bios) - Imagery: Canva, PDF, Microsoft, intermediate in Adobe Illustrator/Photoshop LinkedIn Profile & Resume Consultant | - initial creation, updates/refreshes to include new info, reframe for new job type/industry