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- $50 hourly
- 5.0/5
- (3 jobs)
Steve Koppman is an experienced editor and writer with expertise in public policy, economics, politics, business and the telecommunications industry who has provided extensive English-language developmental and copy editing for Chinese economists and other non-native-English as well as native-English academics. He has contributed journalism, commentary and satire to a wide variety of major publications and websites including RealClearPolitics, The Nation, The Huffington Post, The Chicago Tribune, The San Francisco Chronicle, The (San Jose) Mercury News, Newsday, The East Bay Times and Baltimore’s City Paper among others. He is an author (Treasury of American-Jewish Folklore, Rowman & Littlefield) and has four years of daily journalism experience as a reporter, copy and editorial page editor and columnist. He has had short plays produced internationally and short stories, plays and essays in anthologies. He has a master's degree in public policy from UC Berkeley and worked as a government analyst at federal, state and local levels. He also worked for decades as an analyst of the communications industry, including for the Gartner Group, a role in which he provided expert advice as well as producing numerous reports on emerging industry topics. He has produced white papers and case studies for telecom carriers and equipment vendors on a variety of industry and technology topics relevant to their offerings, produced educational policy briefs for a think tank, contributed corporation profiles to a business almanac, served as assistant publicity director for a university and has extensive experience producing press releases. .
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CommunicationsJewish TheologyJournalism WritingBusiness WritingHistoryPublic PolicyDevelopmental Editing - $55 hourly
- 4.6/5
- (2 jobs)
💡 If you're looking for a Sales, Marketing, and Business Operations Weapon with 12+ years of experience selling, marketing, and launching products in all sizes businesses - then your search is over. 💰 I grew up in direct sales & start-up environments before adding direct response copywriting (e-commerce, ad copy, webinars, ad scripts, and newsletter), cold email strategy, and B2B lead generation to my repertoire. 👇LET'S GROW YOUR BUSINESS👇 🚀 Direct Response Copywriting In All Stages of the Marketing Funnel (Ad Copy, Ad Script, Opt-In, Newsletter, Social Media posts, E-Commerce, Product Display Pages, Webinar, and more). 🚀 B2B Cold Email Specialist with experience in different size companies and niches 🚀 Persuasive copywriter for sales material, email marketing, cold email campaigns, and more 🚀 Experienced in CRO strategy for e-commerce & personal brands 🚀 Brand Voice Development & Ideation 🚀 Operational Set Up from Landing Pages, Opt-In Sequencing, Automations, and More 🚀 Development of Onboarding, Upselling, and Retention Strategies Oriented Around Customer Conversion 🚀 Develop Content Strategy to Market Your Product and/or Brand 🚀 Tracking & Metrics Driven Approach Marketing is simple. Understand your customer persona, talk like them, sell them what they want. Whether it's relating to a brand or driving purchase behavior I've worked with and still work with Start ups, Fortune 500 companies, Info Products, Personal Brands, and more. With over a decade of direct sales and operations experience under my belt, I understand how to appeal to someone both emotionally and logically to get them closer to making a buying decision. No frills - just clean, relevant, tasteful marketing & lead generation that actually converts.
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Social Media ContentProduct LaunchKlaviyoAccount ManagementAd CopyWebsite CopywritingSales StrategyCopywritingSales CopywritingBusiness Operations - $75 hourly
- 5.0/5
- (3 jobs)
What I Do & How I Can Help You ✅ Content Writing & Editorial Strategy Years of experience writing mental health blog content, evidence-based personal development research articles, and thought leadership pieces. High-impact website content, newsletters, and social media copy for organizations in education, wellness, and social impact. Research-backed writing that simplifies complex topics while maintaining depth and credibility. ✅ Instructional Design & Educational Content Designed training programs and curriculum for over 2000+ individuals - executive directors, municipal leaders, and corporate teams. Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling with expertise in social-emotional learning and adult education. Developed e-learning courses, in-person training workshops, and instructional toolkits used by national organizations. ✅ Leadership, Group & Personal Development Coaching 8+ years of experience facilitating leadership development programs for schools, nonprofits, and corporate teams. Trained 500+ professionals in leadership strategy, communication skills, and mindset shifts for long-term growth. Designed and led interactive coaching workshops on resilience, team dynamics, and organizational change. ✅ Wellness & Holistic Well-Being in the Workplace Expertise in mental health-informed leadership, workplace well-being, and therapeutic approaches to team engagement. Certified in trauma-informed facilitation and experienced in integrating social-emotional learning into corporate settings. Led wellness initiatives for organizations, balancing professional development with sustainable, high-performance strategies.
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Social Media PluginTutoringSchedulingProofreadingMeeting NotesTravel PlanningTask CoordinationContent WritingAdministrative SupportProject Management - $40 hourly
- 5.0/5
- (6 jobs)
As a Stanford Wallace Stegner Fellow and Iowa Writers Workshop MFA graduate, I bring exceptional storytelling expertise to content design and strategy. With 7+ years of experience leading high-impact content projects for brands like Google, Calm, and Flutterwave, I specialize in creating engaging, SEO-optimized content that drives measurable results. My work spans content strategy development, team leadership, and campaign execution, consistently delivering increased engagement and conversions. I excel at developing comprehensive content plans that align with brand voice while maximizing ROI through data-driven insights. Notable achievements include managing successful content initiatives for TechMahindra, Scalex, and Realtor.com. My approach combines creative storytelling with strategic thinking to produce user-centric content that resonates across platforms. Core competencies: - Content Strategy & SEO Optimization - Team Leadership & Project Management - Multi-Channel Campaign Development - Brand Voice Development - Creative Writing & Storytelling - UX Writing and Content Design I stay current with content trends and best practices, ensuring innovative solutions that exceed client expectations. Ready to help elevate your content strategy with proven expertise in driving engagement and business growth.
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UX WritingEbook WritingB2B MarketingContent WritingAd CopyArticle WritingCopywritingContent StrategyContent MarketingBlog WritingArticleSEO Writing - $50 hourly
- 5.0/5
- (1 job)
Hi, I'm Adaeze—a dynamic creative and marketer passionate about diversity and synergy. With a background in Political Science and Media Studies from UC Berkeley, I've championed diversity for brands like Dr. Dennis Gross and Not Your Mother's. I excel in: ✍️ Copywriting 📈 Paid Social 📸 User-Generated Content (UGC) 🌟 Empowering Connections 🌐 Bridging Brands & Communities Whether you're aiming to capture the Gen Z market, elevate your social media presence, or launch a successful influencer campaign, let's create compelling content together!
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Video Editing & ProductionGraphic DesignCreative DirectionDigital MarketingAd Copy - $35 hourly
- 4.7/5
- (49 jobs)
As a Stanford Wallace Stegner Fellow and Iowa Writers Workshop MFA graduate, I bring exceptional storytelling expertise to content design and strategy. With 7+ years of experience leading high-impact content projects for brands like Google, Calm, and Flutterwave, I specialize in creating engaging, SEO-optimized content that drives measurable results. My work spans content strategy development, team leadership, and campaign execution, consistently delivering increased engagement and conversions. I excel at developing comprehensive content plans that align with brand voice while maximizing ROI through data-driven insights. Notable achievements include managing successful content initiatives for TechMahindra, Scalex, and Realtor.com. My approach combines creative storytelling with strategic thinking to produce user-centric content that resonates across platforms. Core competencies: • Content Strategy & SEO Optimization • Team Leadership & Project Management • Multi-Channel Campaign Development • Brand Voice Development • Creative Writing & Storytelling
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FacebookTwitter/X PluginSocial Media ContentInstagramSocial Media ManagementEmail MarketingContent StrategyContent DevelopmentContent MarketingContent WritingCopywritingWebsite CopywritingArticle WritingBlog WritingFiction WritingNonfiction - $30 hourly
- 4.6/5
- (15 jobs)
I am passionate about written content—grammar, words, stories, and more. I graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Writing from the University of Tampa. I also received a minor in Professional and Technical Writing and a 160+ hour TESOL Certificate. I have had a variety of experiences with both creative and technical writing, as well as editing at all levels. Let me help craft the perfect written content for you!
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Content WritingBlog WritingTopic ResearchError DetectionGoogle DocsCopywritingProofreadingFormattingTechnical WritingEnglishMicrosoft Word - $75 hourly
- 0.0/5
- (0 jobs)
With a natural flair for storytelling and an insatiable passion for the written word, I bring a unique and diverse set of experiences and skills to every project. My credentials include an Associate of Art’s degree in English from El Camino College and a Bachelor of Arts in English Creative Writing from California State University Long Beach. I am in the process of studying for my Master of Arts in Creative Writing at San Francisco State University. My writing has been featured at live events like the UCLA and Kaiser Permanente Center for Health Equity Symposium, Brave New Voices, and the LA Times Festival of Books. My creative works have been featured in acclaimed publications such as The Myriad, Wild Roof Journal, Marathon Literary Review, and more. On the technical side, I am a strategic copywriter who has honed crafting engaging content that captivate, entertain, and educate audiences. I have worked with educators crafting curriculum, exhibitions creating interactives, and advertisers social media posts. With a meticulous approach to copywriting, copy editing, and proofreading, combined with proficiency in Google Suite and Microsoft Word, I am well-equipped to deliver polished and engaging content tailored to your needs. Whether it's crafting captivating narratives, refining marketing copy, or providing editorial support, I am committed to exceeding expectations and bringing stories to life through the power of words.
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Content WritingAcademic WritingArticle WritingProofreadingTechnical WritingCopywritingWritingWriting Critique - $65 hourly
- 0.0/5
- (0 jobs)
I’m a comprehensive and creative writer with the ability to cover a large range of topics from science and biology to creating unique stories and articles. I have the ability to adjust my writing style as well to encompass different styles and voices offering my clients a broad selection of creative outputs.
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Investigative ReportingScientific WritingNonfiction WritingFiction WritingFilm ScreenplayFilm CriticismFilm NarrationFilm BudgetFilm & Video DialogueCreative StrategyCopy EditingScreenwritingStorytelling - $35 hourly
- 5.0/5
- (9 jobs)
Academic | Creative Writing | Blogging | Media Content | Articles I have a range of experience in writing and editing on a variety of platforms and subjects, including dissertations, literary anthologies, creative pieces, articles, blogs, news, and media content. I also have a TEFL certificate and have taught both adults and children in person and online. I worked recently as the Marketing Manager for a marine research center. Prior to that, I was the Business Manager at My Guide Mozambique, a bookings and tourism agency. My combined literary background and experience in high speed business environments and marketing have given me excellent time management and communication skills. I can help you with: -branded marketing -social media posts and content creation -communications and internal/external liaison -content writing -writing tutor/coach -editing/proofreading manuscripts of all kinds -tutoring I can’t wait to work with you! Guaranteed response time within 24 hours.
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Web DevelopmentBook EditingMicrosoft WordSquarespaceTutoringArticle WritingEnglishArticle - $17 hourly
- 5.0/5
- (2 jobs)
I have always been passionate about writing, and it is something that comes naturally to me. Whether it's writing a blog post, a press release, or promotional materials, I'm able to communicate clearly and effectively. These qualities also make me a discerning editor as I can hone in on ways to make the piece of writing the best it can be. In my current position as an Administrative Specialist/Development Assistant, I am responsible for writing anything from detailed client biographies to press requests. I am also skilled and efficient at other administrative tasks such as data entry and transcription. I have worked for several different companies doing freelance data entry and transcription in the past, and I currently perform those tasks at my full-time job as an Administrative Specialist. I'm able to input data quickly and accurately, saving time and money.
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Job Description WritingEditorial WritingAcademic WritingBiography WritingWritingCopy EditingEssay WritingData Entry - $85 hourly
- 0.0/5
- (0 jobs)
I am a seasoned creative consultant with over 15 years of experience in design, business growth, and creative direction. My passion lies in translating visionary concepts into tangible, impactful results. With a deep understanding of aesthetics, brand development, and storytelling, I collaborate with clients to bring their ideas to life—whether through interior design, fashion, or creative strategy. From mood boards and digital renderings to brand development and creative writing, I provide innovative solutions tailored to your specific needs. My approach is both strategic and hands-on, ensuring that each project not only meets expectations but elevates your brand's presence. I believe in open, regular communication to ensure seamless collaboration and successful execution. Let’s connect to explore how I can help turn your creative goals into reality!
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Retail MerchandisingRetail DesignBusiness DevelopmentInterior ArchitectureEntrepreneurshipArt DirectionProduct DevelopmentMerchant Account SetupWardrobe StylingVisual MerchandisingInterior Design - $17 hourly
- 0.0/5
- (0 jobs)
As a versatile professional with a passion for empowering others, I specialize in Creative Writing, Poetry, Creative Direction, Storytelling, Video Editing, Scriptwriting, Coaching, Consultation Sessions, and Content Writing. With a dedicated focus on coaching and consulting, I thrive on guiding individuals towards achieving their unique goals and aspirations. My approach combines strategic thinking with creative solutions to inspire growth and foster success. Whether it's crafting compelling narratives, providing insightful coaching sessions, or offering expert consultation, my goal is to support clients in realizing their full potential and finding fulfillment in their endeavors. Let's work together to turn your dreams into reality.
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