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  • $35 hourly
    Hello! I’m Kaila (she/her), and I edit poetry and picture books. First and foremost, writers can expect a collaborative experience with me – my goal is for us to work together to create a project you’re happy with. At the end of the day, this is your poem, collection, or picture book, not mine. I want your smile to be as big as the one on your readers’ faces! I’ve had the pleasure of working with multiple indie authors as well as writers simply wanting to polish their projects for personal use. Whether or not you plan on publishing, we’ll get your words to a level ready for print. For poetry, I offer edits on individual poems as well as collections with: - Developmental editing - Copy editing (including line editing) - Proofreading - Collection organization, where I help determine what poems should be included and in what order For picture books, I offer edits on stories for children aged 3-8 with: - Copy editing (including line editing) - Proofreading I’m a member of Editors Canada and hold a B.A. in English from the University of Ottawa. For further education, see “Certifications” and “Other Experiences” below. I can’t wait to work with you!
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    Fiction
    British English Dialect
    Chicago Manual of Style
    Children's Literature
    Poetry
    Canadian English Dialect
    US English Dialect
    Grammar & Syntax Review
    Copy Editing
    Line Editing
    Developmental Editing
    Book Editing
    English
  • $37 hourly
    I'm a senior technical writer with more than 23 years of experience in a software development environment.
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    Marketing Communications
    Graphic Design
    User Guide Writing
    User Experience
    Technical Editing
    Adobe FrameMaker
    Online Formatting
    Markup
    Grammar & Syntax Review
    Software
    Training Materials
    Technical Documentation
    Help System
    Technical Writing
  • $40 hourly
    With more than 5 years of experience in proofreading and editing, I know all the right ways to enhance your writing. I specialize in editing essays, books and news articles. I also love to help with resumes, applications and proposals. In addition to editing, I am also a professional writer. I specialize in writing content in the genres of fictional romance, fictional and non-fiction crime, non-fiction, and biographies. I have over 5 years of experience writing and editing legal and public policy documentation. I also love to help write newsletters and articles. I have a Certificate in Editing from Poynter's Institue as well as a university degree in Criminal Justice and Public Policy from the University of Guelph. Let's unlock your success together!
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    Short Story Writing
    Creative Writing
    Academic Editing
    Book Review
    Line Editing
    Copy Editing
    Dialogue Editing
    Story Editing
    Etsy
    Etsy Listing
    Book Editing
    Template Design
    Editing & Proofreading
    Templates
  • $33 hourly
    English writing, editing, transcription, and subtitling services tailored to your specific needs. I am a North American-based English writing and proofreading professional dedicated to delivering you top-quality results, exceptional service, and tremendous value. I diligently perform an extra final edit to ensure accuracy and quality. The script is then delivered to you in a well-organized and easy-to-read document, separated into paragraphs, and including proper punctuation. I provide professional, cost-effective, and quality-assured transcription and subtitling services for clients across the world. I have years of experience, and a track record of positive feedback from highly-satisfied clientele. I pride myself on being reliable, professional, and friendly at all times. You will know that I care about your project because you will experience it in the process and see it in the results. I am available for both small and large projects. Please contact me to learn how I can be of service to you.
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    Writing
    Microsoft Word
    Typing
    Editing & Proofreading
    Content Writing
    Active Listening
    General Transcription
    Subtitles
    English
  • $25 hourly
    Hello UpWork Community, My name is Kamila Lemos, I'm 36 years old, and I'm from São Paulo, Brazil. I'm a native Brazilian Portuguese speaker with English as my second language. I have experience in some areas of knowledge, but Biological Sciences, Arts, Cinema and Screenwriting are my principal expertise. I'm familiar with scientific and literary texts, writing, revising and translating them to Brazilian Portuguese. I'm a fast learner and an excellent web researcher, detail-oriented, and willing to improve and expand my abilities. My main goal here at UpWork is to continue to work with translation and writing, and I hope to contribute to your projects! ONLINE PORTFOLIO - kaleidoscope.webnode.com (Cinema related production)
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    English to Brazilian Portuguese Translation
    Brazilian Portuguese to English Translation
    Short Story Writing
    Screenwriting
    Portuguese Proofreading
    Technical Writing
    Writing
    Technical Translation
    Translation
  • $17 hourly
    My aim is to provide full genuine and trustworthy support for your projects. It might be as simple as data-entry or organizing a full project from A to Z. Hard worker who delivers what matters on time. Working as an inspector and auditor, it is very essential to me to provide people with a more than perfect deliverable. Upwork experience in translation and proofreading of articles in English, French and Arabic.
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    Administrative Support
    Text Formatting
    Writing
    English
    Typing
    Teaching English
    Data Analysis
    Microsoft Excel
    Arabic
    English Proofreading
    Teaching French
    Presentation Design
    Data Entry
    Translation
  • $20 hourly
    If you are in search of a writer to give words to your vision and ideas, you are on the right profile. With over 4 years of content writing experience, I have delivered great content in a variety of niches. My goal as a writer is to connect your target audience to my perfectly tailored content using an educative and conversational writing style. I confidently transform complex topics into writing pieces that will excite and set the readers’ minds at ease. I also have extensive WordPress experience and SEO knowledge to bring about organic traffic to your website. With me, you won’t just be getting another freelance writer for your project but a first-class writer that will bring all your idea into the writing piece. I use premium tools such as Grammarly and Copyscape to perfect my work before submission. As a freelancer, getting a new set of eyes on my writing piece is an opportunity for me to grow and learn, so I ensure that every client has a word-class experience with me. My client’s goals, interests, and needs always come first. All you need to do is drop a message so that we can partner together. With me, you can be assured of world-class writing quality. Cheers! Enny
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    Technical Editing
    Copywriting
    SEO Writing
    Blog Content
    Article Writing
    Website Content
  • $30 hourly
    Providing value-added, accurate, and clearly defined content within or before expected deadlines. Versatile with Office 365 (Word, Excel, Planner, Visio, Tasks, Teams), experienced with data entry, document creation (Work Instructions, standard operating procedures, checklists), and able to distill broad concepts into granular pieces for better understanding/education.
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    Fiction Writing
    Content Writing
    Microsoft Visio
    Microsoft Teams
    English
    Process Design
    Data Entry
    Typing
    Microsoft Word
    Microsoft Excel
    Accuracy Verification
  • $25 hourly
    I deliver quality, engaging content, and I do this by; 1. Listening carefully to my clients to better understand what they have in mind. 2. A thorough research on the subject matter. 3. Use of simple and concise language as this has been proven to retain the interest of readers. I offer a wide array of services ranging from; content creation, creative writing, copy-writing and even scriptwriting for both YouTube and radio. After college, where in I was the editor for my department's magazine, I have worked the last few years as a freelance contributor to a number of publications both digitally and in print. I have undergone courses and attended seminars that have helped sharpen my skills as a content writer. I look forward to delivering satisfactory content.
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    Screenwriting
    Copywriting
    Wikipedia
    Product Description
    Creative Writing
    Advertising
    Content Creation
    General Transcription
    Documentary
  • $50 hourly
    I'm passionate about knowledge mobilization. Accessible, digestible communication is crucial to the success of any enterprise or campaign. I excel at translating complex academic work into accessible publication-ready reports and media-articles. • 3 years experience editing and proof-reading • 6 years experience in applied research, collaborating with researchers in sustainability, ecological economics, environmental politics, and health • 8 months experience evaluating social entrepreneurship and social innovation proposals • Speaks with confidence and authority to international audiences • Extensive professional network to draw upon to secure speakers for events
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    Qualitative Research
    Communications
    Editing & Proofreading
    Quantitative Research
    English
    Scientific Literature Review
    Report Writing
    Communication Strategy
    Public Speaking
    Survey Design
    Summary Report
    Writing
  • $30 hourly
    Fluently bilingual (English and French) writer with a background in life sciences and experience in medical communications and translation. Whether you are looking for content writing, copyediting, or French-English translation services, I can help. Rédactrice bilingue (anglais et français) avec une formation en sciences biologiques et de l'expérience en communications médicales et en traduction. Que vous soyez à la recherche de services de rédaction de contenu, de l'édition, ou de la traduction français-anglais, je suis en mesure de vous aider.
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    Translation
    Copy Editing
    Writing
  • $25 hourly
    My profile might be the 5th, 10th, or 50th you're looking at. So let's cut to the chase so you can see if I'm the right person for the job! I'm a bilingual marketing professional skilled in writing copy, email marketing, SEO, proofreading, and doing translations in both English and Portuguese. I specialize in writing content for blogs, articles, white papers, case studies, annual reports, emails, website pages, all while keeping an eye out for SEO to make sure your content will be well-ranked. Although new on Upwork, I have developed content for over 3 years for large and small companies in Canada, the U.S., Ireland, and Brazil, in both the B2B and B2C domains, Government bodies, and personal projects. My main subjects of expertise include technology, health and nutrition, sports, and business. My work method revolves around strict adherence to client specifications, thoughtful research on the topic, SEO, clear communication during the job, and timely delivery of the content. Aside from copywriting, I have experience proofreading and editing content from previous marketing roles in tech companies and as a Teaching Assistant for business courses at the University of Ottawa since 2019. Additionally, I'm skilled in English-Portuguese translations of scientific publications, articles, and other types of content. At the end of the day, I want your content to shine - reflecting your brand through meaningful content, quality writing, thorough research, and optimized for the digital world we live in today.
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    English to Brazilian Portuguese Translation
    Brazilian Portuguese Dialect
    Social Media Content
    SEO Keyword Research
    Search Engine Optimization
    Portuguese
    English
    Email Marketing
    Content Writing
    Translation
    Blog Writing
    Content Creation
    Email Copywriting
    Copywriting
  • $18 hourly
    I have an extensive portfolio of copy writing and (mainly) editing. I typically aim to edit 15,000 words per day. Since May 1, 2022, I have also written executive-level speeches delivered to National Governments, and have recenty been awarded an ongoing job as a music-review columnist. I work concisely, accurately, and swiftly. In the past 30 days I have edited everything from musical instrument buying guides, vacation rental property listings, exercise equipment comparisons, and technical stage-lighting spec documents, including Harvard referencing. If it's written in English, I will write and/or edit it to your specifications. Skillset: -Any requirements in copy or editing materials in English language -Formulating complex information into easily-digestible language -Recognizing and accommodating target markets -A strong ability to engage the reader regardless of the topic. -Incredibly flexible and easy to work with in any level of settiing Education and Experience: - Bachelor's degree from top Canadian University - 6+ years in one of Canada's 'big five' banks -Solely managing various unique hotels (Caribbean seaside, old prisons, etc) -Avid traveller (out of home country on average 8 months per annum) -Comfortable in managerial positions however happy to simply be a worker and graciously accept direction -Complete proficiency in several musical instruments
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    Speech Writing
    Article Writing
    Writing
    Content Writing
    Copy Editing
  • $25 hourly
    I'm a bilingual EN-FR translator and transcriber, born and raised in Montreal, Quebec! Growing up in the French city of Canada, I was taught in both English and French ever since a young age.
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    Interview Training
    Resume
    Business Transcription
    Closed Captioning
    Data Entry
    Audio Transcription
    Video Transcription
    French Tutoring
    Quebec French Dialect
    Canadian French Accent
    Translation
    French
    English
    General Transcription
  • $49 hourly
    I am a hardware security engineer with a PhD in security and reliability of emerging computer memories. I have designed as well as verified security solutions for trusted execution environments. I have published several research papers in top conferences and journals; my work has received high citation count; and I hold over 10 patents. My top skills include: 1. Research and development of security architectures 2. Security verification of design from IP to sub-system level 3. Memory subsystem design 4. Publishing as well as reviewing research papers for top-tier computer architecture conferences and journals
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    Technical Documentation
    C
    C++
    Security Analysis
    Computer Engineering
    Research & Development
    Security Framework
    Research Documentation
    Python
  • $21 hourly
    I am a professional translator and proofreader proficient in English and Mandarin Chinese. • I have experience translating presentations, letters, procedures, wedding services and more; • I have proofread newspapers, magazines, resumes, research papers and web content.
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    Voice Acting
    Chinese to English Translation
    CV/Resume Translation
    General Transcription
    Resume
    Female Voice
    Mandarin Chinese
    CV
    Canadian Press Style Guide
    English to Chinese Translation
    Copy Editing
    Canadian English Accent
    Document Translation
    Chinese
  • $19 hourly
    I am a podcast junkie, avid reader and eagle-eyed editor. Let me help you make your products even better with my attention to detail, analytical mind, expertise on a wide range of subjects and ensure your products are perfectly versed in the English language. I also write compelling articles, blog posts, captions and e-books.
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    Podcast Content
    Editing & Proofreading
    Article Writing
    Copy Editing
    Social Media Copy
    Research Paper Writing
  • $50 hourly
    Fluently bilingual (written and oral, English and French). Native French Canadian. Marketing professional with bachelor’s degree in business administration and over 15 years of experience creating, translating, and proofreading copy for websites, product descriptions, emails, invitations, white papers, video scripts, design assets, press releases and so on for several multinational firms including Deloitte and Fairmont Hotels. High degree of professionalism. Process- and detail-oriented. I have a passion for the French language and have taken several advanced French grammar and syntax courses. I produce high quality work and I’m highly diligent in meeting deadlines. I was born in Quebec City, Quebec, Canada, and I am one of the rare individuals who had the privilege of attending English school under Bill 101. As such, I had the opportunity to learn the technicalities of both English and French. I currently live in the Ottawa, Canada’s capital, whereby I speak both official languages on a daily basis.
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    French English Accent
    Copywriting
    English to French Translation
    French to English Translation
    Translation
    Canadian French Accent
    Quebec French Dialect
    French
  • $150 hourly
    I am an Ontario Paralegal with specializations in Real Estate Law, Canadian Immigration Law, Family Law, Notarization, and Corporation Law. I can provide detailed consultations regarding any legal matter you may have within Canada, specifically Ontario. I am licensed by the Law Society of Ontario and have my own commercial business and insurance.
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    Immigration Law
    Real Estate Closing
    Notarization
    Translation
    English Tutoring
    Unity
    Legal Agreement
    Legal Writing
    Legal Research
    Legal Translation
    Legal Applications & Registration
    Legal Drafting
    Legal Consulting
    Academic Editing
  • $102 hourly
    Word nerd to my core. Decades of experience in communications in the public sector, private sector, and as an entrepreneur in Canada, Asia & the USA including: -National newspaper editor -National magazine editor -Copywriter (agency & in-house at Nike) -Branding specialist (co-founded two successful companies including an award-winning brand of chocolate called Cocopotamus) -Published author (26 books including a bestselling cookbook) -Book editor & national curriculum consultant -Inclusion, Diversity, Equity & Accessiblity (IDEA) communications specialist (a personal passion, based on training at Cornell University & my own lived experience) -Children's book author & children's book editor -Writer of over 100 published articles (USA, Canada, Asia) including STEM communications and food writing -Adjunct professor & curriculum developer American by birth, I lived in Asia for many years and am currently based in Canada. Passionate about telling lively stories that draw the listener in and show the world what you've got! I love my wonderful clients from around the world, and look forward to each new project. Responsive, prompt, inspired and dedicated. Decades of comms experience...but new to Upwork! Looking forward to collaborating with you.
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    Diversity & Inclusion
    Email Copywriting
    Food Writing
    Book Writing
    Book Editing
    Children's Writing
    Advertising
    Copy Editing
    Branding
    Ghostwriting
    Writing
    Branding & Marketing
    Editorial
    Content Writing
  • $54 hourly
    With over 9 years of experience in policy making, foreign relations, and government communications, I am a Director of Global Strategic Partnerships at BlackBerry, a leading company in cybersecurity and IoT solutions. In this role, I leverage my expertise and network to create value for BlackBerry and its clients by building sustainable and strategic partnerships with governments and related organizations around the world. Prior to joining BlackBerry in June 2023, I held various senior advisory positions in the Canadian government, where I directly advised ministers on multi-billion dollar fiscal decisions and foreign policy issues. I regularly authored complex briefing memos to Canada's Prime Minister and other ministers. I also led the diversity and inclusion and community outreach efforts for the Liberal Party's re-election campaign in 2021. I am passionate about finding innovative and collaborative solutions to complex global challenges and creating positive social impact.
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    Social Media Copy
    Government & Public Sector
    Writing
  • $280 hourly
    Proofreading and editing skills in fields of legal, professional, business, technical and casual reading. I am currently a Mortgage Agent with a total of 9 years in the financial and mortgage field. I have handled everyMANAGEMENT & CLIENT SERVICES PROFESSIONAL type of loan from mortgages to car loans. Strong knowledge of policy and legislation. I have been employed at the bank of Montreal as a Mortgage Specialist. I have been given high level security clearances from the bank. I have access to the bank framework from home to manage my clients and their interactions with members of the bank and to oversee their accounts. I have given authority over employees as it relates to my clients. I have only on overhead who is the regional VP. I have been given training through the bank at the banks BMO university in Toronto to handle anti-corruption and other government guidelines as it relates to banking, customer relations, bank procedures, human resources, client and employee management, record keeping, project management and public relations, and report and seminar delivery.
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    Product Review
    Literature Review
    Review
    Book Review
    Grammar & Syntax Review
    Review Website
    Technical Manual
    Technical Documentation
    Legal Drafting
    Legal Documentation
    Document Analysis
    Business Analysis
    Technical Review
    Quality Control
  • $35 hourly
    I have been writing and editing for over 15 years everything from business proposals to academic papers, books, and creative writing. I tutor English, Science, and Math at the high school, college, and university level. I have been tutoring for over 20 years. I have more than 6 years experience typesetting books both print and digital. I have advanced level skills in LaTeX, MathML and ASCII with a focus on math equations. I am able to learn new skills and software quickly in order to best serve my clients.
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    Physics Tutoring
    Typesetting
    Writing
    Mathematics Tutoring
    HTML
    Mathematics
    Physics
    Calculus
    Technical Writing
    LaTeX
  • $25 hourly
    I also have more than 15 years of writing-for-the-web experience, including stints as a co-op student at Parks Canada working on the This Week In History project, for the Audio-Visual Preservation Trust’s newsletter, PreserVision, and, long ago, did some promo for Ottawa as a travel destination for a now-defunct website. I also have a Masters degree in History, Film, and Television and am currently studying Records and Information Management as I look to re-pivot my career towards archive/historical research, including audiovisual projects after many years managing an independent cinema. I also undertook a work-study research project for Fort Edmonton Park about Chinese immigration to the area. TL:DR Version: I am looking for part-time freelancing opportunities and am skilled in research, writing, social media, and presently am taking on learning new skills in Records Management
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    Writing
    History
    Comedy
    Social Media Content
    Content Writing
    English
    Social Media Management
  • $30 hourly
    I have more than 9 years of professional experience in writing, editing and reporting, with over 4 years in creating SEO-oriented content. My specialty is writing engaging and clear SEO-friendly blog posts, articles and website copy to fit with your brand's voice and target audience. I excel at finding the relevant keywords and search trends to fit your needs and boost your only visibility. Topics I love to write about and have experience in: - health and lifestyle - travel and the outdoors - home decor and improvement - product reviews - and much more! I’m professional, friendly, and detail-oriented, and I will work on your project efficiently without compromising on quality. I’m happy to discuss your goals and get started working with you today!
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    French to English Translation
    Creative Writing
    General Transcription
    Article Spinning
    Writing
    Copy Editing
    English
  • $50 hourly
    I have been working as a freelance editor for more than 12 years, and have experience with non-fiction, fiction, and academic papers. I cover not only errors of grammar and wording, but can also edit for flow, readability, conversion to plain language, style consistency, and structural changes, such as reducing block quotes by paraphrasing in main body text. I am familiar with the terminology and styles used in the fields of law, biology, anthropology, and history. My background is in linguistics, studied at the University of Toronto, with the addition of specific copyediting training from several academic sources.
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    Content Editing
    Academic Editing
    Copy Editing
  • $20 hourly
    Freelance writer/editor looking to grow my portfolio in the field. Currently accepting all sorts of work, and open to various, similar types of tasks. Worked as a Teacher's Assistant for English grammar-based courses in university, providing a base level of experience in this field.
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    Content Writing
    Google Docs
    Writing
    Microsoft Word
    Essay Writing
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