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Roodepoort, South Africa
I am a professional ghostwriter with 11 years' experience on Upwork and several successful projects behind me. I work fast and meticulously, with attention to detail. Writing is a passion, I love being able to do what I love on a daily basis. I read extensively in the genres I write in to stay on top of the trends and I continuously work at it to hone my skills and further myself in my career.
- Ghostwriting
- Creative Writing
- Ebook Writing
- Translation
- Fiction Writing
Johannesburg, South Africa
Most copywriters understand words. Very few understand buyers. That gap is where most business copy fails, and it's the reason I built MJR Digital the way I did. Before I wrote a word of copy for a client, I spent 15 years in sales, operations, and management. I closed complex deals, led teams across provinces, held shareholder positions in franchise operations, and worked from ground-level through to regional and national leadership roles across multiple industries. I founded MJR Digital in 2024 to bring that commercial experience into copywriting and content strategy. What that means in practice: when I write your copy or your content, I'm not guessing what buyers respond to. I know how decisions get made, what builds trust in a sales conversation, and what makes a business credible to the people writing the cheques. What I do Copywriting and direct response. Landing pages, sales pages, email sequences, and ad copy written to convert. Every word has a commercial purpose. Ghostwriting and content. LinkedIn posts, newsletters, long-form articles, and thought leadership written in your voice. You show up consistently. I do the writing. Funnel audits and strategy. End-to-end review of your marketing funnel, identifying exactly where you're losing people and what to fix first. Web copy. Homepage, about, services, and campaign pages written around your buyer's decision-making process, not around what sounds impressive. Who I work with: Founders, business owners, coaches, and service-based businesses who understand that good copy is a commercial investment. If your website isn't converting, your content isn't building an audience, or your funnel is leaking leads. That's what I fix. Message me with what you're working on. If I can help, I'll tell you exactly how.
- Ghostwriting
- Content Writing
- Ebook Writing
- LinkedIn Marketing
- LinkedIn Campaign Manager
- Thought Leadership Content
- Email Copywriting
- SEO Writing
- Personal Branding
- Blog Writing
- Sales Copywriting
- Website Copywriting
- B2B Marketing
- B2C Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Proofreading
- Writing
Johannesburg South, South Africa
Growth Strategist | Marketing, Content, Recruitment & Business Development Expert Helping Businesses Increase Revenue, Attract Better Customers & Build High-Performing Teams I help businesses increase revenue, improve customer retention, attract better talent, and build scalable growth systems. - Increased conversion rates by 2X+ - Reduced hiring turnover by 50% - Reduced marketing waste by 40% - Built six-figure sales pipelines - Supported 70+ businesses across multiple industries Most businesses don't have a traffic problem. They have a growth problem. They struggle with inconsistent lead generation, weak messaging, poor customer retention, inefficient hiring, and sales pipelines that fail to convert. For the past 14+ years, I've helped startups, agencies, SaaS companies, professional services firms, and growing businesses solve those challenges through a combination of strategic marketing, customer acquisition, recruitment, and business growth consulting. What I Can Help You With Growth Marketing & Content Strategy ✔ Marketing strategy and execution ✔ Customer acquisition campaigns ✔ Copywriting and conversion-focused messaging ✔ SEO content and blog strategy ✔ Email marketing and nurture sequences ✔ Sales funnel optimization ✔ Brand positioning and messaging ✔ Thought leadership and ghostwriting Results: Increased client conversions by up to 2X Reduced wasted ad spend by up to 40% Improved marketing ROI by 20–50% Generated sustainable organic growth through SEO-driven content Recruitment & Talent Acquisition Hiring the wrong person is expensive. I help businesses attract, assess, and hire top performers who align with both business goals and company culture. ✔ Talent sourcing and headhunting ✔ Candidate screening and interviewing ✔ Recruitment process design ✔ Employer branding ✔ Hiring strategy and workforce planning Results: Reduced employee turnover by up to 50% Improved hiring quality and retention Accelerated time-to-hire for key positions Customer Retention & Customer Experience Acquiring customers is expensive. Keeping them is profitable. I help businesses improve customer journeys, increase loyalty, and create systems that turn customers into long-term advocates. ✔ Customer journey mapping ✔ Retention strategy ✔ Customer communication frameworks ✔ Escalation management ✔ CRM and customer experience optimization Results: Increased customer retention Improved customer satisfaction scores Generated more referrals and repeat business Business Development & Growth Consulting Need help scaling revenue? I work with founders, executives, and business owners to identify growth opportunities and build practical plans that drive results. ✔ Go-to-market strategy ✔ Partnership development ✔ Sales process optimization ✔ Revenue growth planning ✔ Market expansion strategy ✔ Business process improvement Results: Built six-figure sales pipelines Improved conversion rates across sales funnels Created scalable growth systems for growing businesses Industries I've Worked With • SaaS & Technology • Marketing Agencies • E-commerce & Retail • Professional Services • Startups & Scale-Ups • B2B & B2C Organizations Why Clients Choose Me ✅ 14+ Years of Experience ✅ 100+ Projects Delivered ✅ Strategy + Execution (Not Just Advice) ✅ Commercially Focused & Results Driven ✅ Clear Communication & Fast Response Times ✅ Long-Term Growth Mindset I don't believe in vanity metrics. I focus on the activities that drive revenue, customer loyalty, stronger teams, and sustainable business growth. If you're looking for a strategic partner who can help you attract more customers, improve retention, build a stronger team, and scale your business, let's talk. Send me a message and let's discuss your goals.
- Communications
- Human Resource Management
- Marketing Advertising
- Marketing Management
- Advertising
- Business Operations
- Copywriting
- HubSpot
- Social Media Design
- Social Media Advertising
- WordPress
- LinkedIn Marketing
- CRM Software
- Virtual Assistance
- Social Media Management
Hermanus, South Africa
Kat Goss is no stranger to the late nights and beating of the backspace button with a heap of experience as a ghostwriter and published author. A lifelong fascination with words, how they work, how they’re used, and how they sound has created a passion that was stumbled upon one boring afternoon at the reception desk of a tiling company.
- Ghostwriting
- Creative Writing
- Editing & Proofreading
- Romance
- Mystery
- Proofreading Feedback
- Blog Writing
- Article Writing
- Writing Critique
- Proofreading
- Fiction Writing
Mossel Bay, South Africa
I am a passionate Ghostwriter, Workbook creator, Canva designer, and children’s book author with a background in Social Work. I specialize in creating books and resources that are not only well-written, but also meaningful, practical, and easy for readers to connect with. My work often focuses on self-help, mental health, wellness, faith-based content, children’s books, educational resources, journals, and guided workbooks. I can help you with: * Ghostwriting non-fiction books, self-help books, and wellness content * Creating structured workbooks, journals, planners, and reflection guides * Designing beautiful, editable Canva layouts * Formatting books for Amazon KDP, eBooks, and print-ready PDFs * Developing children’s books, activity books, and educational content * Improving structure, flow, tone, and readability With my Social Work background, I bring empathy, insight, and emotional understanding into my writing. I enjoy creating content that educates, uplifts, supports, and speaks to readers in a warm and personal way. Whether you need a heartfelt non-fiction book, a therapeutic workbook, a children’s book, or a polished KDP-ready design, I would love to help bring your vision to life. My goal is always to create work that feels professional, thoughtful, and aligned with your message. I’m reliable, detail-oriented, and happy to go the extra mile to make sure the final result is something you are proud of.
- Ghostwriting
- Content Writing
- Graphic Design
- KDP Interior
- Canva
- Digital Design
- Social Work
- AI Content Creation
- WorkBook
- Self-Help
- Content Creation
- Children's Book Illustration
- Children's Literature
- Educational Exercise
- Book Layout
Cape Town, South Africa
Hello, and welcome to my profile page! ⭐ Consistently top-rated 🥇 90%+ Job success rate 📆 10+ years of experience 1️⃣ Clients on 1st page of Google 👻 Ghostwriter for the CEO of Vogue, VCs, Y Combinator startups, and other industry leaders. 🧑🏻🎓 𝗔𝗕𝗢𝗨𝗧 𝗠𝗘 I am an award-winning writer with experience in radio, television, film, and digital publishing. From ideation to execution, I love crafting compelling copy to help you reach your professional goals. Whether it's a TVC, SEO blog post, script, or article, I'll ensure it delivers a clear, actionable message. ✍🏻 𝗦𝗘𝗢 𝗕𝗟𝗢𝗚𝗦 Need high-quality, informative content that commands attention? Having written for both B2B and B2C audiences, I can communicate complex ideas clearly and persuasively. Allow me to help you create a distinct brand voice that speaks to your clients and customers. 👻 𝗚𝗛𝗢𝗦𝗧𝗪𝗥𝗜𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗚 Want to establish yourself as a thought leader? As an expert, your time is precious. Let me shape your powerful insights into valuable content that positions you as a respected and sought-after authority. 🌐 𝗪𝗘𝗕𝗦𝗜𝗧𝗘 𝗖𝗢𝗣𝗬 Can't find the right words for your website? I'll craft strategic calls-to-action and user-focused language that represent your brand and boost conversions, transforming your site into a powerful marketing tool. 📜 𝗝𝗢𝗨𝗥𝗡𝗔𝗟𝗜𝗦𝗠 & 𝗔𝗖𝗔𝗗𝗘𝗠𝗜𝗖/𝗟𝗘𝗚𝗔𝗟 𝗪𝗥𝗜𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗚 Do you require factual, in-depth articles? As an award-winning journalist with experience working at a digital publication, I can quickly write factual content and opinion pieces. 🎥 𝗩𝗜𝗗𝗘𝗢 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗙𝗜𝗟𝗠 𝗦𝗖𝗥𝗜𝗣𝗧𝗦 Many clients struggle to transfer their ideas into video format because they need a writer to summarize their points succinctly in a style that packs a punch. Whether it's through radio, podcast, and TV commercials or explainer videos and online courses, I'll ensure your message is effectively communicated to your intended audience on both traditional and digital channels. 🏆 𝗔𝗪𝗔𝗥𝗗𝗦 • Business and Arts South Africa Silver Award for Journalism in the News Category (2016) 📝 𝗛𝗢𝗪 𝗜 𝗪𝗢𝗥𝗞 I work on both one-off and long-term collaborations with clients. For long-term collaborations, I request clients: • Agree to a set volume of work per week/month: This ensures I can plan my schedule and dedicate the time needed to deliver work everyone is proud of. • Give notice: Let me know a month in advance if you wish to end our contract. Again, this helps me plan my workflow. And if, for whatever reason, you need to pause the project, pop me a message. I have clients who work with me on an ad-hoc basis. It's much easier to reschedule projects when I know what's up. • Don't ghost: If we've started a contract, but you no longer wish to work with me, please let me know. If I cannot reach you after contacting you three times, I will presume you wish to terminate our contract and do so. Robust communication and clear deadlines allow me to do my best work for you. 👀 𝗔 𝗡𝗢𝗧𝗘 𝗢𝗡 𝗔𝗜 Currently, there are two approaches to AI: cost-cutting and Google-flagging fears. As a writer with over ten years of experience, I've recently explored "humanizing AI." Here's my take: ORIGINALITY AI-generated content lacks the nuance, brevity, and creativity of a seasoned copywriter. Right now, this may not be true for one or two blog posts or even ten pieces of content you need. However, as more people use AI over the long term, content homogenization will become a huge risk. Do you really want your marketing materials to sound like 90% of the internet's? HUMANIZING AI I can edit your AI copy, but I charge standard rates. From experience, extensively editing AI-generated content to make it sound human is more time-consuming and ultimately less efficient than starting fresh. Plus, if the writing is technical, I have to fact-check everything since AI isn't always accurate. Hiring a human writer to craft your content is the best option if you want engaging copy. If you're paying a flat fee for content, which I prefer, then know it's in my best interest to do the work as efficiently as possible. Clear, well-written human copy also minimizes editing time, which saves clients money. AI DETECTION SOFTWARE I'm happy to work with your preferred program, but clear, concise language - often the goal of good communication - can be misidentified as AI. It's happened to me in the past. After all, there are only so many ways you can say, "The cat sat on the mat." Through a case-by-case approach, I ensure your content connects with audiences through compelling storytelling, whether or not you use AI. 𝗧𝗛𝗜𝗡𝗚𝗦 𝗧𝗢 𝗞𝗡𝗢𝗪 • My rates reflect a commitment to premium content that drives results. • I have a strong track record of writing content for UK, USA, and Canadian clients. • I only do paid test assignments. Sample writing requires the same effort as the real thing.
- Ghostwriting
- Content Writing
- SEO Writing
- Search Engine Optimization
- Media Pitch
- Screenwriting
- Blog Writing
- Online Writing
- Journalism Writing
- English
- Article Writing
- Copywriting
- Movie
- Video Commercial
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