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- $35 hourly
- 4.9/5
- (43 jobs)
Hello there! You've found an enthusiastic and talented freelance writer. My background is a BA in Biological Science (Minor in English) from Mount Holyoke College and a MA in Science Writing from Johns Hopkins University. I read complicated and nuanced topics (such as scientific articles,) do background research, and write something that your audience can understand, appreciate, and absorb. I also do proofreading and copyediting, and I have experience in image searching and in-text SEO (Search engine optimization.) I have written blog posts, copy, conference summaries, and museum text (for exhibits). Off of Upwork, I write poetry, articles, and short stories. My writing has been published in anthologies, most of which can be viewed on my Amazon author page. I welcome the opportunity to develop and strengthen new skills. However, at this time, I am specialized in writing, so I do best when my task involves writing. I do better still in cooperatinon with my client or a team in order to reach their ideal goal. Remote work or local commute preferred, but relocation for longer projects that require it is not off the table. My schedule and pricing are flexible. I look forward to working with you! Keywords: SEO, writer, writing, copywriting, marketing, articles, science, technical, speech, speechwriting, editing, proofreading, research, blog, blog writing, product descriptions
Developmental Editing
Content EditingWritingBook EditingTechnical WritingContent WritingCopywritingBlog Writing - $28 hourly
- 5.0/5
- (4 jobs)
Hello and welcome :) My name is Amanda, I am an INFJ personality type according to the Myers-Briggs Personality Type. I love organization, and project management and currently hold a PMP certification. I am often described as personable, friendly, proactive, organized and a team player. I have over nine years of experience supporting a broad array of clients from creatives, advertising agencies and federal departments. I am also a certified yoga instructor and try to bring a sense of calmness and peace to the chaos that can be associated with project management. My mission is to help entrepreneurs, creatives and small businesses focus on the tasks they enjoy while I organize, plan and manage the work needed to keep your businesses, customer base and your team growing and thriving. I am new on the site so I am looking forward to helping you and your projects/companies grow. ***Offerings: - Project Plans (integrated master schedules, etc) - Project Checklists - Calendar Management - Process Improvement - Team & Timeline Management - Survey Creation - Slide Creation - Templates for future work (charters, project management plans, stakeholder engagement plans, lessons learned) - Ability to plan, implement and monitor your milestones and projects - Email Correspondence - Proactive Approach to getting things done
Developmental Editing
Public RelationsHuman Resources ConsultingProcess ImprovementProject Management - $200 hourly
- 0.0/5
- (1 job)
I have an MFA and over a decade of experience in ghostwriting, editing, and internal and external communications. I’ve been the principal speechwriter for leaders at Harvard, Georgetown, and national non-profits, served as a developmental editor on a chapter of a New York Times bestselling book, and worked as a writing consultant on multiple pieces that went on to be published, most recently in the New York Review of Books. In short, I’m an experienced writer and editor ready to handle a wide range of communications needs across the creation and publication process, including coaching, refining ideas, developmental editing, research, ghostwriting, and proofreading.
Developmental Editing
Website ContentGhostwritingFact-CheckingWebsite CopywritingEmail CopywritingCopy EditingEditing & Proofreading - $10 hourly
- 4.4/5
- (10 jobs)
Need a Beta Reader, Line Editor, formatter or Proofreader to Get Your Book Publication-Ready? I help authors refine, polish, and perfect their manuscripts—whether you're preparing to self-publish, submit to agents, or simply want to elevate your work to professional standards. With 7+ years of editing experience and over a decade of writing expertise, I’ve helped fiction and nonfiction authors transform their drafts into compelling, emotionally resonant, and reader-ready books. --- 📘 What I Can Do for You: ✅ Beta Reading I’ll give you honest, reader-focused feedback on character development, plot pacing, narrative engagement, and emotional resonance—before you publish or query. Think of it as a quality check from your ideal reader. ✅ Line Editing I strengthen your sentence flow, clarify your message, enhance your tone, and sharpen your voice—without compromising your unique style. This is for authors who want to elevate their prose on the sentence and paragraph level. ✅ Proofreading Need one last set of eyes before publishing? I’ll catch lingering errors in grammar, punctuation, spelling, and formatting—so your final manuscript looks polished and professional. ✅ Developmental Editing Got a rough draft? I offer structural editing that focuses on your story arc, pacing, chapter flow, and character journeys—helping you build a strong, cohesive narrative from the ground up. --- 🛠️ How I Work: I begin by understanding your publishing goals and target audience I tailor every edit to fit your genre, tone, and voice I use professional editing tools and best practices (Chicago Manual of Style, APA where applicable) You’ll get clear deadlines, regular updates, and open communication throughout --- 💬 What My Clients Say & Achieve: “Turned my messy first draft into a 5-star self-published book on Amazon” “Your beta feedback helped me fix pacing issues and get more positive reader reviews” “After your edits, I felt confident pitching to agents—and landed two requests!” “You made my children’s book flow better—and now parents love reading it too!” Ll 🤝 Why Authors Choose to Work With Me: Versatile across fiction, nonfiction, and children’s books Fast, reliable, and highly responsive to feedback Sharp editorial instinct and deep respect for your voice Passionate about helping you grow as a writer—not just fix your words Let’s Make Your Book Unforgettable. Whether you need beta reading, line editing, or proofreading, I’m here to help you create a book that connects with readers and meets industry standards. 📩 Message me today to discuss your project.
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