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Robert M.

Nairobi, Kenya

$10/hr
5.0
20 jobs

Tired of raw AI content, fluffy writing, or missed deadlines? I craft engaging, research-backed, and SEO-optimized blogs, articles, and web content that capture attention and convert readers into customers. With 3+ years of writing experience, I combine creativity with data-driven strategy to deliver: ✅ Reliable deadlines & quick turnarounds ✅ SEO-friendly, high-ranking content ✅ Copy that informs, engages, and drives action Specialties: ✔Blog & Article Writing (informative + engaging & Technical) ✔SEO Writing & Keyword Research (on-page & off-page) ✔Website Copy (home, about, landing pages) ✔Product Descriptions & Sales Copy ✔Social Media & Email Marketing Content ✔Editing, Proofreading & AI Content Humanization SEO Tools I Use: Google Analytics, SEMrush, Ahrefs (Plus AI tools for research support—every piece is human-refined) Let’s create powerful, results-driven content for your brand. Click ‘Invite’ or ‘Hire’ and I’ll respond within hours.

  • Content Writing
  • Fact-Checking
  • SEO Writing
  • Blog Writing
  • Article Writing
  • Copywriting
  • Search Engine Optimization
  • Website Content
  • Blog Content
  • SEO Keyword Research
  • Article
  • Creative Writing
  • Writing
  • Editing & Proofreading
  • English
Lingston C.

Nairobi, Kenya

$10/hr
5.0
86 jobs

Words carry weight—let’s make yours land with precision, clarity, and impact. I specialize in fact-checking, editing, proofreading, AI content evaluation, and training dataset creation with a focus on accuracy, clarity, and publication-ready quality. With experience across academic, web, SEO, and AI training projects, I help organizations improve content quality, data reliability, and language model performance. What sets me apart: ✔ Deep expertise in fact-checking & source validation ✔ AI content evaluation and response assessment ✔ Training dataset creation and annotation support ✔ Advanced editing & proofreading for flow, tone, and readability ✔ Strong command of grammar, syntax, and editorial standards ✔ Experience collaborating with AI teams and data scientists ✔ Research-driven approach with strong analytical skills ✔ Consistent delivery of high-quality work under deadlines Core Services: ✔ Fact-checking & accuracy verification ✔ AI content evaluation ✔ Training dataset creation ✔ Copy editing & proofreading ✔ Academic editing & formatting ✔ SEO content writing & optimization ✔ Content quality assurance ✔ Instructional content review ✔ Research & trend analysis ✔ Editorial standards enforcement Tools: Google Docs | Research Databases | Content Management Systems | Digital Content Creation Tools AI Tools: ChatGPT · Claude · Grammarly · Jasper AI · QuillBot · Hemingway Editor · Copy.ai · Perplexity AI If the goal is accurate, credible, and professionally polished content, that’s exactly what gets delivered. Whether you need publication-ready content, AI evaluation support, training datasets, SEO articles, or rigorous fact-checking, I combine editorial expertise with modern AI workflows to deliver reliable results. ✦ EDITING & PROOFREADING — I refine grammar, syntax, structure, readability, and consistency to ensure content communicates clearly and professionally. ✦ AI CONTENT EVALUATION — I assess AI-generated outputs for accuracy, relevance, coherence, instruction compliance, tone, and overall quality while providing actionable feedback. ✦ TRAINING DATASET CREATION — I support dataset development, annotation, labeling, and content review processes that help improve AI model performance and reliability. ✦ NLP & LANGUAGE PROJECTS — I contribute to language-focused initiatives through content analysis, data organization, feedback interpretation, and quality review aligned with NLP objectives. ✦ ACADEMIC WRITING & EDITING — From citations and references to research-backed arguments, I follow strict academic standards including APA, MLA, Chicago, and other style guides. ✦ SEO & WEB CONTENT — I create content that balances search visibility with reader engagement, ensuring value, readability, and performance. ✦ FACT-CHECKING & ACCURACY VERIFICATION — I verify claims, statistics, references, and sources to maintain credibility and trust. ✦ COLLABORATION & QUALITY ASSURANCE — I work effectively with content teams, researchers, and data scientists to maintain quality standards across projects. Blog Content I create structured, engaging blog content that captures attention while delivering meaningful information. Every piece is optimized for readability, audience engagement, and long-term value. Business Writing I deliver professional business content that prioritizes clarity, accuracy, and purpose. My writing supports effective communication and informed decision-making. Article Writing I produce well-researched articles supported by verified information, clear organization, and strong editorial quality. Blog Writing I develop audience-focused blog posts that combine practical insights, strong structure, and engaging storytelling. English I possess advanced written and verbal communication skills with a strong command of grammar, style, tone, and audience adaptation. Research & Analysis I conduct thorough research, evaluate sources, identify trends, and apply analytical thinking to strengthen content quality and decision-making. AI Training & Evaluation I support AI projects through content assessment, dataset preparation, instruction evaluation, feedback interpretation, and quality control processes. Remote Collaboration I excel in remote work environments, managing deadlines effectively while maintaining clear communication and consistent project delivery. Additional Skills • Editing • AI Content Evaluation • Training Dataset Creation • NLP (Natural Language Processing) • Collaboration with Data Scientists • Analytical Skills • Editorial Standards Enforcement • Written Communication • Verbal Communication • Digital Content Creation Tools • Feedback Interpretation • Time Management • Remote Work Proficiency • Instructional Design • Research on Writing Trends • Fact-Checking • Proofreading • SEO Writing • Academic Editing • Content Quality Assurance • Content Research

  • Fact-Checking
  • Topic Research
  • Editing & Proofreading
  • English
  • Grammar & Syntax Review
  • Content Editing
  • References & Citations
  • Academic Proofreading
  • Article Writing
  • Website Content
  • Academic Editing
  • Writing
  • SEO Writing
  • Google Docs
  • Accuracy Verification
  • Quality Assurance
  • Style Guide
  • Content Localization
  • Copy Editing
  • Written Language
Regina K.

Nairobi, Kenya

$60/hr
5.0
5 jobs

My name is Regina Kinyanjui and I’m a Certified Multimedia Journalist with professional experience in voice acting, Swahili translation, and multimedia storytelling. I provide expressive and high-quality voice acting/narration for YouTube videos, commercials, podcasts, e-learning, and character roles. I focus on clear pronunciation, natural delivery, and the right tone for your audience. Additionally, I produce engaging video journalism by researching, filming, interviewing, scripting, and editing news and feature stories. My work delivers accurate, visually compelling content across TV and digital platforms, improving audience engagement, amplifying important voices, and ensuring clear, impactful storytelling that informs and connects viewers effectively. I also offer Swahili ↔ English translation, handling everything from documents and scripts to subtitles and captions (SRT files) with accurate timing and cultural relevance. Detail-oriented, reliable, and deadline-driven I’m here to deliver quality work that makes your project stand out. Let’s collaborate.

  • Proofreading
  • Translation
  • Voice-Over
  • Voice Recording
  • Voice Acting
  • Swahili to English Translation
  • English to Swahili Translation
  • Social Media Management
  • Bilingual Education
  • AI Text-to-Speech
  • Swahili
  • Audio Transcription
  • Audio Production
  • English
  • Video Production
  • Video Journalism
Ndubi M.

Nairobi, Kenya

$20/hr
5.0
53 jobs

"Ndubi is top-level executive assistant who knows his craft. His communication skills are top-notch and he delivers. Glad to have worked with him!"- Genesis Akula, Administarive Assistant for SEO Agency. "Great work! Did exactly as asked and perfectly on time! I would highly recommend and will certainly use again myself. Thank you!" - Scott Ward, Journal Rewriting and Reference editing Task "Great freelancer. Always ready to work. Revises the work whenever asked. No complaints. Great value for money"- Salman Hello there! I'm Ndubi Moturi, an expert administrative assistant handling different tasks such as writing documents, handling Google Suite, social media management among other projects. Apart from these services, I also offer writing services. I have over three years of media experience and will do my best to help you craft communication strategies for your organization. As a freelancer, I value top-notch communication. Delivering quality work and working under pressure are something that I have mastered. I’m a problem solver willing to go the extra mile to deliver your project. Perhaps you will need to check some of the reviews from previous clients that I have worked with to see whether I’m a great value for your money. Please feel free to reach out to me so that we can discuss your recent project. I look forward to your message. Regards, Ndubi M.

  • News Writing
  • Social Media Marketing
  • Public Relations
  • Citation Style
  • Social Media Management
  • Article Writing
  • Academic Writing
  • Content Marketing Strategy
  • Editorial Writing
  • Content Editing
  • Email & Newsletter
  • Newspaper Journalism
Isaiah K.

Nairobi, Kenya

$10/hr
4.9
12 jobs

Your Shopify store is growing—but your support inbox shouldn’t be falling behind. Tickets pile up. Customers wait. A frustrated buyer files a chargeback before their message is even seen. A negative review goes live because a simple shipping issue sat unresolved for days. That’s what happens when support lags behind the operation. Here’s what it looks like when it doesn’t: Every ticket handled with speed and clarity, often resolved on first contact Refunds, exchanges, and order issues closed before they escalate Frustrated customers turned into loyal, repeat buyers A clean, organized helpdesk that lets you focus on scaling the business For over 5 years, I’ve supported high-growth Shopify and dropshipping brands—including FairtexStore, Amberjack, and Owl Lark Mattresses—by managing customer support end-to-end. I work seamlessly across Gorgias, Reamaze, Zendesk, and Freshdesk, and I’m fully comfortable inside the Shopify backend—handling order edits, refunds, and shipping escalations independently, without constant back-and-forth. Your customers are your business. Every interaction either strengthens your brand or weakens it. My role is to make sure it always strengthens it.

  • Customer Service
  • Email Support
  • Shopify
  • Order Tracking
  • Gorgias
  • Zendesk
  • Customer Support
  • FAQ
  • WooCommerce
  • ClickUp
  • Re:amaze
Abel G.

Nairobi, Kenya

$15/hr
5.0
47 jobs

I am Abel. I am an experienced SEO Contractor, Blog Writer, and Affiliate Marketing Manager. I have experience spanning over 10 years and I have worked with some of top brands. Over the years I have acquired other skills such as on-page SEO, link building, technical SEO, WordPress, affiliate marketing, and much more. The reason I am here is to help you take your business to another level.

  • Content Writing
  • Search Engine Optimization
  • SEO Backlinking
  • On-Page SEO
  • Blog Writing
  • Article Writing
  • Social Media Marketing
  • Landing Page
  • Social Media Content
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Affiliate Marketing Website
  • Affiliate Marketing
  • Off-Page SEO
  • Google Analytics
  • SEO Audit
  • Surfer SEO
  • ChatGPT
  • Google Search Console
  • AI Content Writing
  • AI Consulting

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