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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.

I help postgraduate students, researchers, academics and nonfiction writers produce clear, rigorous, and submission-ready work that meets institutional, journal, and publisher standards — without losing the author’s voice. As an experienced academic coach, developmental editor, and copy editor, I work at both the content and language levels. This means I don’t just correct grammar; I flag structural, logical, and methodological issues that can strengthen your argument before final submission. Why work with me? • ✅ 20+ years of experience (since 2005) • ✅ 750+ master’s, doctoral dissertations, and peer-reviewed papers edited • ✅ Extensive experience with second-language English writers • ✅ Deep understanding of research methodology, both quantitative and qualitative, and academic evaluation Your document will be: • Clear, coherent, and logically structured • Grammatically precise and stylistically consistent • Aligned with institutional and journal requirements • A clean and polished reflection of your best scholarly work Areas of expertise • Psychology (clinical, research, social) • Education • Leadership • Social development (Other social science disciplines welcome, including economics and theology) Editing styles & services • Developmental editing (content, structure, argument flow) • Copy editing (clarity, grammar, academic tone) • Academic coaching and feedback • Style compliance: APA, Harvard, APS, Chicago, Vancouver Academic background I hold: • A PhD in Psychology • A Master’s in Research Psychology • A Master’s in Clinical Psychology • An Honours in Psychology I have: • Conducted corporate social research (archival & attitudinal) • Taught research methodology to undergraduate and postgraduate students at Rhodes University • Supervised master’s dissertations • Published in peer-reviewed journals (accepted without revisions) • Written academically informed blogs for my own websites Important note I do not ghostwrite or write assignments on behalf of students. My role is developmental and editorial — I help writers express their ideas more eloquently in their own voice, with integrity. If you’re looking for a meticulous, ethical, and experienced academic editor who understands both research and review expectations, I’d be glad to support your work.

Top Rated Plus✅PhD holder✅Solid publication record✅Over 300 texts edited✅Native English speaker✅Member: Professional Editors Guild ✅Patient and thorough✅ Committed to excellence✅Available seven days a week✅AI savvy✅ I excel in helping writers overcome obstacles to achieving their publishing goals. Writing can be challenging. Word choice, sentence structure, logical rigour, and thematic consistency can make the difference between a publisher accepting or rejecting a manuscript. If you need a precise, punctual, and thorough writer, proofreader, copy editor, reviewer, or just general academic guidance, then I can help! I also have experience enhancing AI-generated writing so that it meets publishing standards. AI can generate an outline or structure of a text, but it lacks the analytical rigour, thematic depth, and abstract insights of an expert human researcher and writer. I have a PhD in philosophy of science and have successfully copy-edited over 300 texts (both on Upwork and for a top UK editing company). I am also a native English speaker (in other words, I grew up in an English-speaking home and went to a school and university where English is the only language of instruction). I have several publications in high-ranking journals and have given numerous conference talks. This means that I am not only a copy editor. I can also complete whatever writing and publishing tasks you might have. There are some writing and editing samples in my Upwork portfolio. (Some of the edited texts have been quite heavily reworked, but the level of editing for each task is client-specific.) Please message me if you would like to see writing or editing samples that match your current project. I am also available for consultations if you have some ideas that you'd like to stress test. The same goes for advice related to entering academia or undertaking academic projects. This includes advice or supervision for students, guidance for those outside academia wanting to publish in academic journals, and input on research projects or related undertakings. Please message me if you'd like to set up a consultation. I consider myself to be focused and professional with a natural affinity for academic dialogue and argumentation. Although my area of expertise is in academic writing, I have recently been writing, reviewing, and editing numerous non-academic texts (e.g. blog posts, corporate documents, and non-fiction books). This means that my skills can also add value to projects in the general public intellectual space or popular science and philosophy writings. (Please note that I do not use AI in my work unless requested. I am also not available to manipulate AI-generated student assignments or theses specifically to pass an AI-detector test. The same applies to doing research or writing for students. I can, however, edit student texts for clarity, style, reader-friendliness, and thematic and logical consistency. I can also leave comments/suggestions alongside a student's own writing where something seems to be missing or might need to be fleshed out further. In other words, I can edit and supervise students, but not do the actual research and writing.)

Stop posting content that just "fills space." Start publishing assets that rank, convert, and build real authority. Hi, I’m Pia. I am a Senior Content Strategist and Writer with 8 years of experience helping brands dominate their niche. I specialize in turning complex topics into clear, high-ranking content that drives revenue. My Core Philosophy: I don’t just write words. I engineer content. Whether it is a technical B2B article or an empathetic guide for senior living, I combine deep SEO research with human storytelling to satisfy both Google and your reader. I specialize in High-Stakes Niches: 🏥 Health & Medical: (Biohacking, Senior Living, Telehealth) - I know how to write safe, cited, and compliant content. 💻 B2B SaaS & Tech: (Marketing, AI Tools, Startups) - I translate features into benefits. 🌿 Lifestyle & Wellness: (Parenting, Beauty, Education) - I write with empathy and voice. My Deliverables: ✅ SEO Articles: Deep-dive guides (1,500+ words) optimized for Search Intent. ✅ Content Refresh: Auditing and rewriting old content to regain rankings. ✅ Brand Strategy: Tone of voice guides and content calendars. ✅ Website Copy: Landing pages designed to convert. My Promise: I am an expert, not a beginner. I use premium tools (Ahrefs, SurferSEO), I verify facts, and I personally handle every aspect of the writing process to ensure quality. Ready to elevate your brand? Click Invite to Job and let's chat.

I am a professional writer with vast and varied experience. I have written countless newspaper and magazine articles and written and produced many books. I have prepared and circulated press releases, done copywriting for brochures, adverts and packaging, and have written college books and study guides. Since joining Elance (now Upwork) in April 2009, I have written numerous articles, SEO web content and blog posts. I have written ebooks, and have done research, editing, proofreading and indexing jobs. I excel in providing good quality, effective web content. My interests and expertise are varied, as my resume shows. And I have a huge amount of experience that enables me to work for employers all over the world. I welcome new challenges. I have a Bachelor of Social Science degree with majors in English, Social Anthropology, Comparative African Government, and Economic History. I also studied sociology, psychology, and social work. The books I have written relate mostly to home decorating, home improvement, DIY, and home construction. I have also written several books about horses. All of these were published in hard copy and sold in reputable bookshops, and many have been available via Amazon. The college books and courses I have written range from plumbing, concrete work, and welding, to landscaping, photography, and child care. I am a keen gardener and love doing creative crafts. I enjoy cooking and take an active interest in everything health related. I walk regularly and have completed many half marathons. What can I do for you?

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.