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Hi there! I am an American Native English copy editor and proofreader whose work has been used in/by some of the world's: - ✅ Leading book publishers and news publications (Abrams Books, Forbes) - ✅ High ranking academic journals and institutions (ASCE Library, The US Chamber of Commerce, AAAS) - ✅ Top businesses, brands, and websites (PetSmart, Netflix Originals, PILOT Inc.) ...and I’m very excited to help bring your own writing to life today! I provide you with masterful copy editing, error-free proofreading, and professional formatting - all on a fast turnaround time. With me, you can be sure you're getting the highest quality English editing on the market. My editing process is done entirely by hand, combing through each word and every comma to expertly copy edit and transform your writing into the most professional, powerful, and engaging document possible. What separates great editing from good editing isn't just catching errors, but knowing when to hold back. My job isn't to rewrite your work in my voice; it's to find the strongest version of yours and bring it to the surface. After 500+ projects, I've developed an instinct for exactly where a piece loses momentum, where a sentence is working harder than it needs to, and where a single word change makes a paragraph land the way it was always meant to. Some words from a few of my happy clients: ⭐ - "Lindsey was EXCELLENT! I would highly recommend for any of your editing needs. Flexible, intelligent, highly skilled and all around a great person to work with!" ⭐ - "Lindsey did great work, my book went #1 in 12 Amazon Bestselling categories! and his finishing touches were a great investment!" ⭐ - "Lindsey is the quintessential editor. I could not recommend him more. Such a great guy to work with, very detailed, and eager to overdeliver. And overdeliver is what he did. You will not be disappointed by the level of skill and expertise he offers. One of the best people I've worked with here on Upwork." ⭐ - "Lindsey is legit. He said he could tackle my problem editing with his xp and he most certainly did. Laid out his initial opinion and about the time it should take him then went to work. Not only was it effective, it was extremely prompt. If I ever need an editor again he will have first dibs. No question." ⭐ - "Always great working with Lindsey. Turnaround time is super quick and the work is high class." ⭐ - "I cannot say enough about Lindsey's ability to elevate my writing. If you want to communicate clearly and concisely, Lindsey is the writer and editor you need. Thank you again, Lindsey! :)" ⭐ - "As always, brilliant work. I can trust Lindsey with any writing project and know it will come back sounding and looking AMAZING!" Some examples of services I can provide, broken down by category: ACADEMIC: Editing and proofreading, including paper, dissertation, thesis, essay, and research report revisions. APA 6 and 7, MLA, Harvard, and Chicago Manual of Style formatting are all specialties that I can easily handle! ADMISSIONS: School and university admissions essay coaching, MBA, job application, resume, and CV editing; personal statements and statements of purpose AI CONTENT: Editing and bringing a human touch to enhance AI-generated drafts and make them publishing-ready ARTICLES AND BLOGS: Working with you to find your unique author’s voice and help fine-tune your content to be clear and compelling. I'm deeply familiar with AP Style and Chicago (CMOS) best practices, but I can also quickly interface with custom or in-house style conventions! BOOKS: Fiction and non-fiction book editing and proofreading; short story, epic novel, or autobiography BUSINESS: Correspondence (including B2B), marketing material, and product text, as well as corporate websites, internal documents, email campaigns, content and news articles, sales, and newsletters DEVELOPMENTAL: Assessing content at a high level to help develop ideas, structure, and narrative resonance GRANT WRITING: Polishing grant documents to be persuasive, professional, and clear SCIENTIFIC and MEDICAL: Science and medical proofreading, copy editing, and fact-checking TECHNICAL: Technical editing of internal documentation, manuals, whitepapers, and reports WEBSITES: Website content editing and proofreading across all types of genres and design styles - AND MORE (Don't see your project type listed? Reach out - chances are I can help!) I’m also available on retainer for ongoing or high-priority editing needs. Ready to get started? Send me a message with a brief description of your project (document type, word count, and any deadlines I should know about) and I'll get back to you within 24 hours. I'd love to take a look!

I’m a romance and romantasy writer, editor, and ghostwriter who helps authors bring emotional, immersive, market-ready stories to life. With over 15 years of creative writing experience and a BA in English, I specialize in crafting compelling character arcs, polished prose, and strong narrative flow across romance subgenres. Whether you need help shaping your story, strengthening your writing, or bringing an outline to life, I’m here to support your vision with reliable communication, fast turnaround times, and clean, human-sounding work. What I can help with: • Developmental Editing (pacing, character arcs, plot structure) • Line Editing & Proofreading • Ghostwriting (Romance, Romantasy, Fantasy) • Outlining, Beat Sheets, & Chapter-by-Chapter Structure • Story Coaching & Consultations Why clients like working with me: • Responsive, communicative, deadline-focused • Experience working from outlines, character sheets, and limited client info • 100% original writing, AI only used if client requests it • Emotion-rich prose + strong narrative voice • Completely adaptable to your style and tone If you’re looking for someone warm, collaborative, and professional, I’d love to work with you!

Top Rated Plus video editor on Upwork, top 1% of talent, 100+ jobs completed, 100% Job Success Score. For 10+ years I've helped SaaS brands, tech startups, marketing agencies, YouTube creators, and podcasters transform raw footage into content that drives results. Whether it's a high-converting VSL, a punchy Reel, a product explainer, or a full documentary, I deliver polished, professional work fast. What I produce: SaaS Explainers & Product Demos | VSLs | YouTube Videos & Shorts | Reels & UGC | Podcast Video Editing | Vlogs | 2D Animation | Motion Graphics | Color Grading | VFX Why clients keep coming back: ✔ 24-48 hour turnaround on most projects ✔ Clear communication throughout, no ghosting, no guessing ✔ Revisions handled quickly, no back-and-forth drama ✔ UK-based (GMT), accessible for both European and US clients I don't just cut footage. I think about pacing, narrative, and what makes a viewer stay till the end. Send me your project details and I'll get back to you within a few hours.

Reading and writing is my passion. I'm fascinated with wordsmithing! I've had over twenty years experience writing lessons, curriculum, powerpoint presentations, staffing related documents, forms, and much more. With extensive experience in editing, proofreading, and coaching writers to improve their craft, I've recently been honored to receive the Top Rated badge on the Upwork platform, putting me in the top 10% of freelancers on this site! I work with multiple publishers across several reading genres editing and proofreading their many projects across several authors and book projects, and enjoy a productively great relationship with each and every one. With a Bachelor's Degree in English from UC Berkeley and a Master's Degree in Leadership and Global Issues (socio-economics/cultural), I am well trained and experienced to handle the context, editing, and proofreading in many genres. Choose me to help you along in your project, and you'll get someone highly skilled in wordsmithing who also has a passion to help my clients succeed and thrive in their projects!

YouTube channels lose viewers in the first 60 seconds or they keep them for 15 minutes. The difference is almost always the script. I write long-form YouTube scripts for True Crime, Documentary, and Narrative channels that are built to hold attention from the first line to the final frame. Creators and content agencies hire me when they need scripts that feel cinematic, hit the right tone, and deliver on watch time, not just word count. What I specialize in: True crime and dark narrative scripts that build suspense slowly and release it at exactly the right moment. Documentary and discovery-style scripts covering history, mysteries, archaeology, and human stories. Business and finance breakdowns that turn complex strategies into gripping stories. Health, wellness and fitness scripts written for older adult audiences who want real information delivered clearly. AI, tech and SaaS explainer scripts that simplify without dumbing down. Every script I deliver is structured for retention. That means a hook that earns the viewer's attention in the first 30 seconds, pacing checkpoints that re-engage before attention drifts, and an ending that makes the viewer want to click the next video. I also write with the full production team in mind. Scripts are formatted cleanly for voice actors, with natural breathing room in the prose and transitions that cut well for editors. No awkward run-ons. No lines that sound good on paper and fall apart on delivery. My recent work includes scripts for military documentary channels, lifestyle and celebrity channels, true crime content, and ongoing script partnerships with YouTube automation agencies. If your channel needs scripts that actually keep people watching, send me a message and tell me what you are working on.

I have more than 30 years of experience in both an editorial capacity and in various office environments and would make a good candidate for your position. These jobs have been as varied as media (newspapers, magazines, and Internet), search engine marketing (Microsoft and Google), and construction. These positions have required me to be very detail-oriented and to manage multiple tasks simultaneously. My current specialties include editing for products (including descriptions and reviews), content related to small businesses of all types, including real estate, insurance, accounting, and banking, health and fitness, and niche businesses and startups. My clients in this area have included notable companies like Fit Small Business, Forbes Advisor, Forbes Global Properties, Fortune Recommends, Centerfield, Digital.com, Homefield Health, eZdia, Amazon and Amazon Web Services, eBay, Walmart, and many others. Additionally, I also have a culinary arts degree, have worked as a chef, and copy edited and proofread several cookbooks and diet-related books. From my newspaper days, I have a great deal of experience related to sports content of all types - both team and individual. I also have extensive multimedia experience and even publish a music-related blog on a daily basis.