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Tom G.

Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom

$26/hr
5.0
8 jobs

I’m a creative writer with a background in scriptwriting and storytelling, having spent years studying narrative structure, character development, and dialogue. Through developing short films and original scripts, I’ve learned how to write with clarity, emotion, and purpose. I’m passionate about crafting engaging content across different formats and always eager to grow. I’m now looking to expand my experience through freelance writing and bring strong, adaptable storytelling to new projects. Spending time at University, studying film and screenwriting, I have developed a passion for connection. In all my projects, I strive to create an atmosphere where both our ideas and goals can come together to formulate the best piece of art. Without connection and understanding of one another, truly great art cannot take place. This is one of my fundamental principles. I ensure you, that whatever project you bestow upon me, you will be involved in all aspects, with constant communication.

  • Creative Writing
  • Content Writing
  • Screenwriting
  • Proofreading
  • Book Writing
  • Film Editing
Matthew P.

Oxford, United Kingdom

$100/hr
5.0
970 jobs

Top 1% creative copywriter + storyteller crafting impactful brand narratives via web copy, UX, video scripts, brand naming, decks/whitepapers/speeches, campaign creative + all other copy assets. 🤷 Why settle for limp, cookie-cutter bot copy when telling your brand's tale? 💪 Grammarly won't get you where you need to go - reach out and do your journey justice! 16+ years powering startups + globals with the precise, poignant outputs needed to lead sectors inc. tech, AI + robotics, Web3, crypto, blockchain + NFT, sustainability + agritech, food + drink, edtech/education, automotive, retail, real estate + proptech etc. Accolades: 🏆 2023 Expert-Vetted Upwork Provider - Top 1% of Platform Contractors 🏆 2020 Creative Writer for Microsoft Cortana AI Project (3-year contract) 🏆 2018 Founded Perryman & Pen Narrative Factory (Creative Copywriting Agency) 🏆 2018 AMA Featured Author 🏆 2017 Upwork Pro + Premium Talent Status 🏆 2016 Upwork Top Rated + Rising Talent Status 🏆 2015 Winner of Blackwell's Publishing Prize 🏆 2015 Winner of Bell Lomax Moreton Literary Prize 🏆 2014 Winner of Winchester Writers' Scholarship 🏆 2014 MA Distinction in Creative Writing (Year's Highest Marked) 🏆 2013 BA Honours in English Literature & Film Additional experience: ⭐ Commissioned poet for prolific Korean ceramic artist ⭐ Restaurant critic for UK's widest-read culinary publication ⭐ Founded private writing and tutelage business age 16 ⭐ Advisor on individuals' writing projects ahead of publication ⭐ Fiction praised by Philip Pullman, Frank Delaney, Sarah Dunant and Tobias Hill Want your business to sound the business? Then let's do business...

  • Creative Writing
  • Content Writing
  • Ghostwriting
  • Scriptwriting
  • Corporate Video
  • Copywriting
  • Copy Editing
  • Proofreading
  • Screenwriting
  • Advertising
Gregory P.

London, United Kingdom

$46/hr
4.9
26 jobs

I am an experienced writer, screenwriter and editor with a professional background as a commercial lawyer. I have written (and ghostwritten) screenplays, novels and plays for romance, crime, fantasy and science-fiction projects. I have also worked as a speechwriter on national political campaigns. If you hire me you are getting a cultured and efficient professional able to bring ideas to life with the colour and creativity that they deserve. WHAT I EXCEL AT - Fiction of all genres, including romance, science fiction & fantasy, horror and crime. - Editing, proof-reading and issue-spotting - Biographies, tributes and obituaries that are emotionally resonant - Well researched articles on subjects of public interest EXPECT: - A collaborative effort to develop and clarify your vision - Flexibility on working hours - Regular updates - Strict adherence to deadlines - Quality writing with a keen eye for detail - Professionalism Hire me with confidence.

  • Creative Writing
  • Fiction Writing
  • Ghostwriting
  • Novel
  • Book Editing
  • Academic Writing
  • Content Editing
  • Beta Reading
  • Article Writing
  • Writing
Deborah S.

Hartlepool, United Kingdom

$45/hr
5.0
128 jobs

I am a creative writer, writing mostly in the horror, crime, thriller, contemporary and paranormal romance, YA and fantasy genres, but also branching out into other genres where needed. As an editor, I am comfortable working as a developmental editor, a line editor or a proof reader. I am also a blogger and I write SEO optimized blog posts across a huge range of subjects.

  • Creative Writing
  • Ghostwriting
  • English
  • Article Writing
  • Romance
Lucian A.

Manchester, United Kingdom

$50/hr
4.9
360 jobs

Imaginative wordsmith that chiselled his craft over time, and transformed verbose into concise and flamboyant into practical. After all, succinct is the new best seller, and we’re all running on borrowed time. 📌 What I do 📌 I play around with words and ideas as my day job. What can top this, right? I’ve been in the game as a writer and copywriter for more than a decade, and have no intention whatsoever to stop here. There’s always a next best project looming at the event horizon. Maybe yours? 🔎 My experience 🔎 Diversified. Somewhat global. With projects from truly creative to purely marketing. 𝗖𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗖𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗶𝗴𝗻𝘀 | Concepts | 𝗩𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗼 𝗔𝗱𝘀 | 𝘙𝘢𝘥𝘪𝘰 𝘈𝘥𝘴 | Email Campaigns | 𝗔𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗹𝗲𝘀 | 𝘒𝘪𝘤𝘬𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘴 | Brochures | 𝘗𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘴 𝘙𝘦𝘭𝘦𝘢𝘴𝘦𝘴 | Interactive Novels | 𝗪𝗲𝗯 𝗖𝗼𝗽𝘆 | Screenplays | 𝘚𝘱𝘦𝘦𝘤𝘩𝘦𝘴 | 𝗦𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗠𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗮 𝗖𝗼𝗽𝘆 | Stories | 𝗕𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘀 | 𝘋𝘰𝘤𝘶𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘢𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘴 | 𝘐𝘯𝘧𝘰𝘨𝘳𝘢𝘱𝘩𝘪𝘤𝘴 | Newsletters | 𝘊𝘢𝘴𝘦 𝘚𝘵𝘶𝘥𝘪𝘦𝘴 | Ebooks | 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗮𝗴𝗲𝘀 | Brand Stories | 𝘝𝘪𝘴𝘶𝘢𝘭𝘴 | Worked on level: 𝘙𝘢𝘳𝘦𝘭𝘺 | Sometimes | 𝗙𝗿𝗲𝗾𝘂𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗹𝘆 ✒️ Copy or concept 💡 Both. I visualize the copy and write my ideas. More of a 70% - 30% ratio towards writing, since most times the idea is already there, but it lacks the crafted words to make it shine. ➡️ What’s next ➡️ That’s for you to decide. I’m always eager to embark on a new adventure as long as words and ideas are involved. With these two at the heart of it, rest assured, the best will come. 🚀 Why get in touch 🚀 Because all advertising is dialogue. Let’s talk.

  • Creative Writing
  • Ghostwriting
  • Screenplay
  • Comics
  • Advertising
  • Ebook Design
  • Screenwriting
  • Speech Writing
  • Copywriting
  • Email Copywriting
  • Sales Copywriting
  • Book Writing
  • Sales Funnel Copywriting
  • UX Writing
  • Brochure
Joel S.

Watford, United Kingdom

$35/hr
4.9
1,435 jobs

Do you want to tell your story in your voice, but clearer, sharper and more entertaining? I can help. I am an experienced storyteller. Whatever you want to say I can help make you shorter, sharper, clearer and often funnier. I've helped populate YouTube channels, with orginal content, that grabs attention. All the way from the first seconds of the intro to the final seconds of the CTA. As a professional speechwriter, gag writer, and stand-up comic, I know how to create a good turn of phrase, writing lively content, and engaging with an audience. I've used these skills to help with web content that tells a client's story, Kick-starters that get things started. I also have extensive skills in working with AI and giving it that all important human touch. I can use all manner of AI tools, to produce human content that has real impact and always passes plagiarism filters. I've written for everyone from TED speakers to gurus and BBC comedy. Let me help you tell your story and put your message across.

  • Content Writing
  • Ghostwriting
  • Content Creation
  • Biography Writing
  • Joke
  • Humor Writing
  • Speech Writing
  • Storytelling
  • Screenwriting
  • Inspirational Tone
  • AI Fact-Checking
  • TED Talk
  • Comedy Writing
  • AI Content Writing
  • YouTube

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