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  • $65 hourly

    • 4.9/5
    • (46 jobs)
    Hi! I'm Bee. I'm a content creator who enjoys playful and unexpected storytelling. I'm a comedic writer, voiceover artist, and video editor. If you have a creative or interesting project I'd love to collaborate!
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    Online Instruction
    Social Media Content
    Content Writing
    Scriptwriting
    Social Media Content Creation
    English
    Energetic Tone
    Screenwriting
    Video Editing
    American English Accent
    Motion Graphics
  • $60 hourly

    • 5.0/5
    • (10 jobs)
    "You have to tell a story before you can sell a story"- Beth Comstock. The Digital Landscape we live in today may seem like a chaotic warzone of aloof influencers and desperate business owners in Lamborghinis clamoring for a measly 'like'. Though they may be incredibly prevalent, these people will never be successful in our modern digital world If you want to be successful and stand out from the crowd, you need to authentically tell a story that will make your audience feel a need to take action. Lucky for you, that is what I do. I tell stories. Whether through a Social Media Campaign, a direct email, or a Youtube Script, I know how to take your story and tell it to the world. So, go on. Send me that Invite, and reach out; I'd love to learn more about your story.
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    Copywriting
    Screenwriting
    Writing Critique
    Social Media Account Integration
    Social Media Advertising
    Digital Marketing
    Content Creation
    Scriptwriting
    Social Media Management
    Social Media Content
    Marketing Analytics
    Marketing
    Storytelling
    Comedy
  • $45 hourly

    • 5.0/5
    • (15 jobs)
    I am a content writer, social media maven, and comedian currently working for the all-women's comedy website, Gold Comedy. I graduated from both Indiana University and the Conservatory Program at The Second City in Chicago, IL. I am looking for comedic performance opportunities and comedy writing gigs.
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    American English Accent
    US English Dialect
    Social Media Kit
    Social Media Marketing Plan
    Social Media Copy
    Scriptwriting
    Article Writing
    Creative Writing
    Content Writing
    Social Media Content
    Social Media Management
    Editing & Proofreading
    Comedy
  • $90 hourly

    • 4.7/5
    • (8 jobs)
    I am an award-winning copywriter who learned his lessons well at some of America's largest and most successful ad agencies including Leo Burnett, Foote Cone & Belding, and BBDO. I know how to write engaging, strategically-smart copy that gets noticed, remembered, and acted on. From startups and well-established brands to consumer and b2b, I have worked in a variety of sectors and am proficient in capturing a brand's specific voice. Got a new project coming up or would just like some input on some existing work? Let's talk about how I can be of service.
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    Copy Editing
    Ad Copy
    Social Media Copy
    Content Writing
    Scriptwriting
    Concept Development
    Children's Writing
    Creative Writing
  • $75 hourly

    • 0.0/5
    • (3 jobs)
    I am a life-long educator, editor, and writer. My poetry has appeared in The American Poetry Review, Copper Nickel, Colorado Review, Poetry Northwest, Best New Poets, and elsewhere. I have received scholarships from the Bread Loaf Writers’ Conference and the Sewanee Writers’ Conference, a teaching fellowship from the Kenyon Review Young Writers Program, and a merit fellowship from Idyllwild Arts. I've co-authored a book of jokes on behalf of National Geographic Kids, and have covered the WNBA as a contributing writer for the Awesome Sports Project. After the Cubs won the World Series in 2016, I wrote a commemorative magazine on behalf of Mojo Media. I've been a literary editor for nearly 20 years now. I founded Pusteblume: A Journal of Translation when I was 20, was the managing editor of Poetry Northwest for 4 years, and have been on the editorial staff for another 8 literary journals, including Narrative, Pleiades, The Iowa Review, and RHINO. I was also a judge for many years of the Amazon Breakthrough Novel Award. I've been a personal editor to a number of MA and PhD students, and am very accustomed to proofing and revising academic papers with quick and efficient turnaround.
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    Proofreading
    Sports Writing
    Academic Proofreading
    Poetry
  • $25 hourly

    • 4.9/5
    • (19 jobs)
    As a passionate, driven writer, I live to share the power of the pen (or, in this case, keyboard) with those who share similar values to my own. Storytelling and copywriting are crucial to any business- I'd love to learn what makes yours unique and share that with the world.
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    Social Media Content Creation
    AP Style Writing
    Content Creation
    Creative Strategy
    Advertising
    Copywriting
    Editing & Proofreading
  • $50 hourly

    • 0.0/5
    • (0 jobs)
    I'm an accountant by day and a writer by night! I have always had a passion for writing and comedy, but a knack for organization and logic. Whether you're trying to close your company's books, organize your life, or need a laugh, I can help with all three and more! - I am a CPA in the state of Illinois and have held 4 different accounting jobs at 2 companies in the Chicagoland area. One was a small home health organization and the other is a hyper-growth startup that has seen a lot of change over the 6 years I have been there. - My highest value accounting skills involve: Accounts Payable management, Month-End Close procedures (journal entries, balance sheet, cash flow), and Process Management (AP, PO, Internal Controls, Month-End, etc.) - My highest value soft skills include: highly organized, advanced writing skills, high emphasis on communication and upkeep of my professional relationships. The human aspect is the most important to me! - As a final note, I am highly passionate about writing as a hobby, which directly carries over into my day to day work. I highly value writing as one of the most important forms of communication, so I take it seriously when drafting any written work (memos, emails, etc.). I also love to write creatively, so I am looking for work within that space as well.
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    Accounts Payable Management
    CPA
    Organizer
    Accounting Basics
    Comedy Writing
    Financial Statement
    Financial Variance Analysis
    Microsoft Excel
    Balance Sheet
  • $20 hourly

    • 5.0/5
    • (1 job)
    Former Math Teacher turned Data and Analytics Consulting Manager. I can assist with data prep and analysis, data visualization, data quality and governance, and creation of business friendly technical documents and requirements. Additionally, I can assist with the preparation of presentation, training, and sales materials synthesizing and summarizing raw communication input into cohesive and intuitive presentation materials.
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    Project Management
    Research Summary
    Training Design
    Project Planning
    Data Visualization Framework
    Data Quality Assessment
    Project Delivery
    Data Analysis
    Data Visualization
    Data Analytics & Visualization Software
    Tableau
    Jira
    Microsoft PowerPoint
    Microsoft Excel
  • $33 hourly

    • 0.0/5
    • (0 jobs)
    An original stand up comedian, social media content creator, and community manager with a knack for storytelling, and a proven track record of building magnetic digital presences. Skilled in crafting shareable, funny, and relevant content that resonates with audiences. Adept at leveraging social analytics to optimize performance and drive tangible business results.
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    TikTok Video
    Instagram Reels
    Comic Writing
    Public Speaking
    Canva
    Apple iMovie
    Video Production
    Social Media Content
    Social Media Management
    Storytelling
    Final Cut Pro
    Community Engagement
    Digital Marketing Materials
    Video Editing
  • $35 hourly

    • 4.8/5
    • (10 jobs)
    I am a voice over artist, musician, composer, writer, editor, sound engineer, transcriber, and overall creator. I have spent years lending my talents to commercials, explainer videos, online courses, children's stories, and more. My studio is well-equipped to edit anything I record and I am also a trained musician and singer. Most of the work & projects I've done were not through Upwork. Feel free to ask me for some samples! The video connected to this profile is the latest voice over work I did for a series of explainer videos. I recorded and edited the sound on each video.
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    Voice Recording
    Female Voice
    Voice-Over
    Meditation Music
    Creative Writing
    Narration
    Audio Editing
    Music Playlist
    Songwriting
    Audio Production
    Voice Acting
    Video Game Music
    Music Composition
    Soundtrack
    US English Dialect
  • $30 hourly

    • 0.0/5
    • (1 job)
    I am a writer, video editor, and marketer with the perfect combination of creativity and analytics to help any individual or small businesses take their social media to the next level. Whether you are trying to reach larger audiences, attract new clients, or start from scratch on your new side projects on YouTube, Twitch, or TikTok, I can help! I believe in quality over quantity and really focusing on what is realistic within your budget, time frame, and ability level. I encourage creativity and finding the right audience FOR YOU and your goals.
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    Social Media Audit
    Creative Writing
    YouTube
    Marketing
    Twitch
    Copywriting
    Social Media Marketing
    Analytics & Tracking Setup
    Video Editing & Production
    Social Media Design
    Social Media Management
    Social Media Video
    Video Editing
  • $27 hourly

    • 0.0/5
    • (0 jobs)
    Who says you can't make a living with an English degree, Mom? I’m an experienced writer who wants to help you communicate at the highest level. I work hard and am passionate about creating quality work with a clear voice and message. I’m excited about this work and look forward to collaborating with you. -Storyteller with strong speechwriting skills -Excellent understanding of SEO -Detail-oriented and skilled researcher -Ability to adapt to a variety of writing styles -Multilingual
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    Translation
    SEO Content
    Blog Writing
    Copywriting
    Newsletter Writing
    Professional Tone
    Speech Writing
    Content Writing
  • $16 hourly

    • 0.0/5
    • (0 jobs)
    I am a freelance writer based in Chicago who has experience in academic, narrative, creative fiction & non-fiction writing.
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    Virtual Assistance
    Receptionist Skills
    Customer Service Chatbot
    Administrative Support
    Microsoft Office
    Microsoft Dynamics 365
    Blog Writing
    Essay Writing
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