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In 2012, I graduated from Calvin College with a bachelor's degree in English. I then moved to Croatia to teach English at a small university. After teaching for one year, I began my career as a freelance editor, proofreader, and writer. I also have some experience with SEO and transcription. My goal is to achieve excellence as an editor and perfect my skills to help others improve their writing and web content. I do my best to give projects my full and patient attention in the interest of producing high-quality work.

I am a native U.S. speaker and a Maryland-certified ESOL teacher who has worked for years in Law and HR. I have edited dozens of books, articles of all types, marketing materials, blogs, and websites, along with over 1500 college essays and 200 SOPs. I also help with mock interviews, cover letters, LORs, and more. I excel at making writing more conversational and at cutting down the length to fit the requirements. I can edit in UK or US English. I specialize in helping ESL writers with academic writing, assuring that it flows and that all awkwardness is erased. Laurie

With a diverse background in editing, beta reading, and graphic design, I bring a well-rounded skill set to every creative project I work on. My editing experience spans across articles, nonfiction books, and romance stories—offering a keen eye for detail, consistency, and clarity. I work closely with authors to ensure their message shines through while preserving their unique voice and style. As a beta reader, I’ve provided valuable feedback across a wide range of genres, with a special focus on nonfiction, romance, and military thrillers. My insights help authors strengthen their storytelling, pacing, and character development, all while keeping the reader’s perspective in mind. In addition to editorial work, I have hands-on experience in graphic design. I’ve created eye-catching logos, compelling book covers, and have most recently focused on character consistency—making sure visual elements of book characters remain true from start to finish. Whether it's branding, cover design, or visual storytelling, I bring creativity and technical expertise to every design. I'm passionate about helping authors and creators bring their vision to life—whether that's through polishing a manuscript, providing thoughtful reader feedback, or developing visuals that stand out. --This summary is the only instance where I use AI in my writing or reviews.

Hi there, My name is Katharine ware, a native English Speaker from the United States. With over 15 years of experience as a certified resume writer, digital career strategist, and recruiter, I specialize in crafting modern, branded, and ATS-friendly resumes that stand out across all industries and experience levels. Beyond resume writing, I also create professional bios, LinkedIn profiles, and more. Having worked with top applicant tracking systems, I understand their nuances and leverage technology to ensure your resume is impactful and effective. I provide you with masterful copy editing, error-free proofreading, and professional formatting - all on a fast turnaround time. As a Professional Resume Writer, Career Consultant, HR & Employee Counselor, I've helped numerous job-seekers in building an interview-winning RESUME/CV with a cover letter tailored to the target job specification as well as an optimized LinkedIn profile. I have been directly involved with the recruitment industry for over a decade and have helped my clients succeed during transitional periods in their professional careers. I have profound experience writing resumes in all major industries and professions and at all career levels. I always focus on tailoring and highlighting client's capabilities and achievements to the specific job postings they're applying to. My approach is geared 100% towards landing more interviews and is meticulously crafted based on keyword visibility and modern design. You don't have to lose chances to ATS algorithms. I take a personalized approach to understanding your career goals, skills, and achievements, ensuring your resume or CV highlights your unique value. 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. At the core of my success is the belief that writing is a way for us to communicate more than just words on a page. Moreover, I have worked with several clients ranging from entry-level professionals to managers, entrepreneurs, CEOs, CTOs, CFOs and I know very well what gets you the interview. Leveraging my professional background, I know what it takes to make an effective, professional resume for any position that will get you hired! What I offer: ★ Write a new resume, tailored to your experience and your target roles that will pass ATS and quickly show a recruiter your skills and experience ★ Provide an editable cover letter with easy instructions on how to modify for each submission ★ Review your LinkedIn for optimizations that will help recruiters find and choose your profile I can't wait to show you just how excellent your writing can become! Everyone's situation is unique--let's discuss yours. Yours Sincerely, Katharine Ware