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Kelvin G.

Nairobi, Kenya

$19/hr
5.0
43 jobs

I specialize in SEO blog writing and editing for B2B SaaS brands that want structured, intent-driven content tied to real business goals. My work is grounded in search intent analysis, SERP research, topic clustering, and strategic positioning across the SaaS buyer journey. Every article is structured to capture demand, build topical authority, and support pipeline generation. What I deliver: • SEO blog posts for B2B SaaS • Long-form, search-optimized articles • Product-led SEO content • Bottom-of-funnel comparison and alternative pages • Pillar pages and topic clusters • Content refresh and SEO optimization • On-page SEO editing and structural improvements • Content briefs and keyword strategy SEO capabilities and keywords: Keyword research, search volume analysis, keyword clustering, semantic SEO, internal linking strategy, content optimization, E-E-A-T alignment, SaaS content marketing, conversion-focused copy, search intent mapping, competitor gap analysis, organic growth strategy. Tools: Ahrefs, SEMrush, Surfer SEO, Clearscope, Google Search Console, Google Analytics, content optimization platforms, AI-assisted research workflows. I write for SaaS audiences including founders, marketing leaders, product teams, and technical buyers. Whether your model is product-led growth or sales-led growth, I create SEO content that supports demos, free trials, and qualified lead acquisition. If you need a B2B SaaS SEO blog writer and editor who understands both search algorithms and SaaS positioning, I can help you build compounding organic growth.

  • Blog Content
  • Content SEO
  • Business Writing
  • SEO Writing
  • Content Marketing
  • Cornerstone Content
  • Editing & Proofreading
  • Content Marketing Strategy
  • Blog Writing
  • Article Writing
  • SEO Content
  • Website Content
  • Content Creation
  • Content Editing
  • Ghostwriting
David N.

Nairobi, Kenya

$15/hr
4.9
68 jobs

Dedicated transcription and subtitling professional with a keen eye for detail and a passion for delivering accurate and high-quality transcriptions and subtitles. Seeking opportunities to utilize my expertise in linguistic proficiency and technical skills to contribute to projects that require precise transcription and effective subtitling. KEY SKILLS IN TRANSCRIPTION: - Clean Verbatim Transcription. - Full Verbatim Transcription. - General Transcription. - Legal Transcription. - Medical Transcription. - Business Transcription - Academic Transcription - Northern American English. - Australian English - Timestamps. - Quality Assurance. - Active listening. - Typing - Transcription time-stamping - Translation - Audio transcription - Google Docs - Video transcription - Subtitling - Timecoding - Audio/Video Editing - Proofreading - Research - Project Management PAST EXPERIENCE 1. Conduct accurate and timely transcriptions of audio recordings across diverse subject matters. 2. Create subtitles for videos, ensuring synchronization, readability, and adherence to industry standards. 3. Collaborate closely with content creators to ensure accurate representation of spoken dialogue. 4. Utilize specialized software and tools for efficient transcription and subtitling processes. 5. Perform quality checks and proofreading to ensure the highest level of accuracy and quality. 6. Manage multiple projects simultaneously, meeting deadlines and maintaining consistent quality. FREELANCE TRANSCRIPTION/SUBTITLING: 1. Provided transcription and subtitling services to a range of clients, including media companies, content creators, and researchers. 2. Delivered accurately timed subtitles for a variety of video content, including documentaries, interviews, and educational videos. 3. Worked closely with clients to understand specific requirements and ensure their expectations were met. 4. Managed own schedule and workload, ensuring prompt delivery of projects and maintaining client satisfaction. 5. Conducted linguistic analysis and translation for audio and video content in various languages. 6. Collaborated with a diverse team of language professionals to ensure accurate transcriptions and subtitles. 7. Participated in team meetings to discuss project details, review progress, and exchange best practices. 8. Utilized technical skills to perform timecoding and formatting of subtitles for different platforms. EDUCATION-RELATED EXPERIENCE: 1. Assisted professors in teaching linguistics courses, including phonetics and sociolinguistics. 2. Graded assignments, provided feedback to students, and conducted review sessions. 3. Facilitated language-focused workshops, enhancing students' understanding of linguistic concepts. SOFTWARES. 1. Transcription Software: [Express Scribe, Microsoft word] 2. Subtitling Software: [Subtitle Edit, Adobe premiere pro, Aegisub, Camtasia] 3. Audio/Video Editing: [Adobe premiere pro] LANGUAGES: Native and Fluent in [English, Swahili] GENERAL VIRTUAL ASSISTANCE Play a key role in Virtual Assistance, Administrative Support, Email Management, Calendar Management, Data Entry, Research, Customer Service, Time Management, Problem Solving, Task Prioritization, Microsoft Office Suite, and Project Coordination. PAST EXPERIENCE. 1. Manage email correspondence, responding promptly to inquiries and flagging important messages. 2. Coordinate and schedule appointments, meetings, and conference calls, ensuring efficient time management. 3. Conduct internet research to gather information on various topics and present findings in an organized manner. 4. Assist with travel arrangements, including booking flights, and accommodations, and creating itineraries. 5. Handle data entry, maintaining accurate records and databases. 6. Collaborate with team members to streamline processes and improve overall workflow. FREELANCE VIRTUAL ASSISTANT SOFTWARE: 1. Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) 2. Google Workspace (Gmail, Calendar, Docs, Sheets, Slides) 3. Project Management Tools (Trello, Asana) 4. Communication Tools (Slack, Zoom) 5. Social Media Management Tools (Hootsuite, Buffer)

  • Academic Transcription
  • General Transcription
  • Closed Captioning
  • Transcription Timestamping
  • English
  • Legal Transcription
  • Swahili
  • Subtitles
  • Audio Transcription
  • Video Transcription
  • Typing
  • Proofreading
  • Translation
  • Google Docs
Florence N.

Nairobi, Kenya

$10/hr
4.1
1 jobs

I am an experienced freelance writer with a broad range of writing styles, especially technical and academic writing. Whatever the task, I spend time carefully considering every single word and crafting well-researched content with a unique voice and flow. Specialties and experience include: Academic Writing: * Wrote a series of academic articles for Explorable.com, covering the history of science, experimental design, and statistics. These articles have been cited by leading academics and institutions in papers and textbooks. * Many years experience of academic editing and formatting for ESL students * Specialist subjects include biology, psychology, sociology, applied linguistics, and history * Formatting and editing papers for submission to academic journals Technical Writing: * A specialist in writing technical papers for gas, water, and electric utilities, as well as the construction industry. * Writing successful grant applications for charities and businesses Article Writing and Website Content: * Article writing covering a broad array of topics, including psychology, construction tools and methods, and Greek culture and history Bringing Form and Function: Even more than the process of writing, I love researching and gathering knowledge before giving shapeless words form and function. With the ability to adapt to many styles of writing, I am thorough in my research and I am always prepared to do whatever it takes to complete an assignment. Whatever the size of the task, I strive for perfection and deliver exactly what the client wants and needs. If you are new to hiring writers, I am more than happy to spend time guiding you through the process and helping you understand how a skilled, professional writer can make a difference

  • General Transcription
  • Content Writing
  • Academic Writing
  • Research Papers
  • Essay Writing
Okindo J.

Nairobi, Kenya

$5/hr
4.0
1 jobs

I am a Senior Data, Operations and Applied AI Specialist with over 10 years of experience delivering end-to-end solutions across data analytics, AI/ML support, multilingual services, business intelligence and operational optimization. I have successfully completed 1,200+ projects for global clients, consistently delivering high-quality, reliable and scalable results. My expertise spans: 1. Data Services: Data entry, cleaning, migration, annotation, analysis and visualization. 2. AI & Linguistics: Prompt engineering, multilingual NLP QA, model evaluation, translation, transcription, and chatbot training. 3. Writing & Research: Technical, legal, market research, grant writing, and content creation. 4. Business Support: CRM optimization, lead generation, virtual assistance, SOP development, and process improvement I am fluent in English and Swahili, with professional proficiency in Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese, and 6+ additional languages for translation, transcription and QA. I am committed to providing confidential, client-centered and impact-driven support, whether you need data-driven insights, AI-ready datasets, multilingual content or streamlined business operations. Core Skills & Tools *Data & Analytics: SQL, Excel, Power BI, Tableau, Alteryx, ETL, Data Visualization. *AI & Annotation: Label Studio, CVAT, Prompt Engineering, NLP Frameworks. *Translation & Linguistics: SDL Trados, MemoQ, CAT Tools, Multilingual QA. *CRM & Operations: Salesforce, HubSpot, Zoho CRM, JIRA, MS Project. *Legal & Research Tools: LexisNexis, Westlaw, Legal Writing, Compliance Documentation. *Languages: English, Swahili, Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese + more. Project Portfolio Highlights 1. AI & Data Annotation Projects *Global Chatbot Dataset: Annotated 1,000+ sentences for intent recognition and sentiment analysis using LabelPro. *Smart Vision Dataset: Labeled 500+ images with bounding boxes and segmentation masks for object detection training. *Healthcare NLP Project: Conducted NER tagging on anonymized patient notes with HIPAA-compliant processes. 2. Data Analytics & Business Intelligence *Created an interactive sales dashboard that increased forecasting accuracy by 20%. *Cleaned and standardized a CRM database with 10,000+ contacts, reducing duplicates by 95%. *Developed SaaS market insights reports with actionable data visualizations for startup clients. 3. Multilingual Translation & Transcription *Translated 50-page legal contracts from English to Spanish with precise terminology. *Transcribed multilingual interviews for sociolinguistic research studies. *Localized HR policies and legal documents for international NGOs and corporations. 4. Writing, Research & Legal Support *Wrote 5,000-word market insight reports for tech startups. *Drafted legal memoranda and compliance briefs for corporate clients. *Conducted competitor analysis and SWOT reports for fintech companies. 5.Business Process & Operations *Streamlined operations, reducing process inefficiencies by 30%. *Built qualified lead lists of 1,500+ prospects for SaaS clients. *Coordinated international contractor teams across multiple time zones. Professional Experience 1. Freelance Data, AI & Operations Consultant (2016–Present) 2. Linguistics Researcher & Prompt Engineer – OpenAI (2022–2024) 3. Legal Research & Writing Specialist – Justice and Defender Law Firm (2022–Present) 4. Insurance Claims & Client Retention Specialist – AIG (2022–2024) 5. Lead Generation & Sales Support Specialist – Various clients in real estate, healthcare, and BPO Education & Certifications Bachelor of Business Administration – University of the People (2026) Bachelor of Arts(Linguistics and Humanities) Egerton University (2017) Diploma in Data Analytics – UniAthena, UK Diploma in Law-Kenya School of Law. Advanced Diplomas in Data Science, Database Management, and Law Certifications: Microsoft Data Analysis, ISO Internal Audit, Occupational Safety, First Aid Client Testimonials & Featured Work My work has been trusted by: OpenAI (AI linguistics & prompt engineering) AIG (insurance claims & compliance) American Cancer Society (grant writing) Fast Company, Wired, The Baffler (published writing) Numerous startups, law firms, and multinational corporations in data, AI, and business operations. Why Hire Me? ✅ Proven Track Record: 1,200+ projects delivered with high client satisfaction ✅ Multidisciplinary Expertise: Data, AI, writing, research, legal, and operations ✅ Multilingual Capability: Fluent in 10+ languages for global projects ✅ Confidential & Reliable: Experienced in HIPAA, legal, and corporate compliance ✅ Clear Communication: Responsive, detail-oriented, and client-focused Let’s discuss how I can help you achieve your goals with data-driven insights, AI-ready annotations, multilingual support or streamlined operations. Reach out to start a conversation!

  • Data Analysis
  • Data Entry
  • Transcription Timestamping
  • Legal Assistance
  • Human Resource Management
  • Call Center Management
  • Data Logistics
  • Administrative Support
  • Healthcare
  • Insurance
  • Business Process Outsourcing

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