Hire the Best Microsoft Word Experts in Minnesota

"Melissa is amazing! She edited my work wonderfully. She has a great eye for small grammatical errors, and the ability to rework complete sentences and sections so they are clean, clear and effective. I highly recommend her work . . ." --Karlee I like to let my clients' feedback speak for itself. As a well-rounded, experienced editor and proofreader, I have the tools to make your written words flawless!

About Me ~I have a Ph.D. in psychology (cognitive and brain sciences) from the University of Minnesota and a B.A. in biology and psychology (with a chemistry minor) from Luther College (Decorah, IA). ~I am a fitness/wellness professional, teaching group fitness with Life Time, keeping a wellness-focused blog, and having written a book on stress management (“Stress: The Good, the Bad, and the Ways to Manage It”, available on Amazon). ~I’ve been doing freelance editing and proofreading for almost 10 years; most of this work has been on Upwork and has received highly favorable reviews. Most of that editing has been academic (e.g., journal articles, dissertations), which is my specialty, but I’ve also edited some books (one of which has been published by Routledge), company reports, assignments (only editing, no writing), and more. When it comes to proofreading, text is text, so I can proofread/copy edit any type of document, but more developmental editing may require more alignment with my nonfiction/academic background. ~APA formatting is like second nature to me. ~Back when I was in grad school, I worked as a section leader, which entailed grading and editing student papers, coaching them in designing effective research studies, and guiding them through the academic writing process to produce effective reports. While this is not something I do as often now, I do enjoy this kind of writing coaching work and have done some of that here on Upwork. ***Note/Disclaimers*** ~I do not use AI to write or edit—never have and never plan to. ~I do not write academic assignments. I have strong personal convictions about academic integrity. I will, however, gladly edit any kind of paper, assignment, dissertation, etc., which can involve some degree of rephrasing and restructuring (sometimes to a degree that could be considered rewriting sections). I might suggest such ideas for the sake of flow or argumentative strength, but I leave those suggestions as comments.

Your story deserves to be profitable by being engaging, exciting, clear, and correct. I'm here to get you there. Whether you need developmental editing to give you direction, copy editing to punch up your language, beta reading to ensure clarity, or proofreading to guarantee perfection, I can provide any editing you need while maintaining and enhancing your individual voice and style. I'm a lifelong reader and corrector of things, in addition to being a native English speaker with Bachelor's degree in English. My previous work experience and education has emphasized attention to detail and a strong work ethic. I have experience with beta reading, developmental editing, line or copy editing, and proofreading. I'm also Stay-at-Home Dad looking for some part-time editing work, and I'm excited to help perfect your writing!

I have been paralegal in Minnesota for 17 years. I have worked in family law for 14 years also have some paralegal experience in mortgage foreclosure, employment law, housing (landlord/tenant), bankruptcy and debt collection. Currently, I supervise other paralegals and legal assistants and work in criminal law. I am very professional, intelligent and quick to learn new things. I am looking for part-time work relating to writing, transcription and/or data entry jobs. I am a great typist. I can type 73 words per minute with little to no errors. I am very dependable and reliable. If you are looking for someone with great typing and/or data entry skills, I am your person!

Look no further for a qualified, reliable editor and proofreader. Your need for polished communication is met through the deep expertise and editorial judgment I bring to every project. As a detail-oriented language professional with an exceptional command of English, I ensure clarity, consistency, and stylistic excellence, delivering documents that are both flawless and impactful. TOP-TIER COPYEDITING & PROOFREADING | 9+ YEARS OF PRECISION Since 2017, I have served as the final quality control for industry-leading brands, high-growth startups, and technical consultancies. My work bridges the gap between technical accuracy and brand voice, ensuring every deliverable is publication-ready and compliant with internal style guides (AP, Chicago, or custom). KEY AREAS OF EXPERTISE: • Health & FemTech: Currently editing medical and lifestyle content for Flo Health (77M+ active users), managing complex workflows across Figma, Google Sheets, and Docs. • Education & EdTech: Expertly proofreading educator-facing instructional materials and comprehensive marketing collateral for institutions like BloomBoard and Iona University. • Finance & Technical: Specialized in R&D tax documentation, investor reports, and cybersecurity presentations for firms like Shared Economy Tax and Agio. • Marketing & B2B: Providing rapid-response proofing for high-velocity ad campaigns, e-books, and B2B transcripts for agencies like Syndicate Strategies and Clutch. • Book Publishing: Polished 30+ manuscripts for Tonic Books and independent authors. PROFESSIONALISM & PRECISION Your project will benefit from a high standard of professionalism and a proven history of meeting aggressive deadlines. I am accustomed to the fast-paced demands of corporate and publishing schedules, providing quick, courteous turnarounds without sacrificing accuracy. Beyond grammar and syntax, I ensure your formatting is used consistently. I don’t just fix typos; I ensure your information is effectively organized, cohesive, and professional. LET’S PERFECT YOUR MESSAGE Allow me to elevate your content. My expert review ensures your articles are flawless and your presentations flow seamlessly. I am dedicated to delivering quality results that protect your reputation. View my portfolio below to see samples of my work, and let’s discuss how I can help you today.

Whether you call it an Excel guru, Excel master, or geek for hire, I'm here to help. I have experience supporting a wide range of customers in fields including transportation, machine shops, medical devices, and education. I have 20 years experience as a software and mechanical engineer. I'm an expert at solving problems of all kinds and finding ways to make your process more efficient. My focus is lean business processes which effectively reduce waste and effort from your process so that you can focus on adding value to your business. Some of the key tasks I can help you automate are: -Formatting your data to meet the needs of a specific system (Amazon, MRP systems, etc.). -Creating customized quotes or reports based on user input. These reports or quotes are often exported to Word or a pdf file. -Streamlining your data entry and collection process in order to generate ongoing reports, key metrics, or data visualization. -Automating nearly any repetitive job you currently do in Excel so that you can get time to focus on your real value added tasks. Please don't hesitate to contact me for a brief consultation. I'd love to discuss your project needs and let you know how I can help.