Hi there,
My name is Katharine ware, a native English Speaker from the United States. With over 15 years of experience as a certified resume writer, digital career strategist, and recruiter, I specialize in crafting modern, branded, and ATS-friendly resumes that stand out across all industries and experience levels. Beyond resume writing, I also create professional bios, LinkedIn profiles, and more. Having worked with top applicant tracking systems, I understand their nuances and leverage technology to ensure your resume is impactful and effective. I provide you with masterful copy editing, error-free proofreading, and professional formatting - all on a fast turnaround time.
As a Professional Resume Writer, Career Consultant, HR & Employee Counselor, I've helped numerous job-seekers in building an interview-winning RESUME/CV with a cover letter tailored to the target job specification as well as an optimized LinkedIn profile. I have been directly involved with the recruitment industry for over a decade and have helped my clients succeed during transitional periods in their professional careers. I have profound experience writing resumes in all major industries and professions and at all career levels.
I always focus on tailoring and highlighting client's capabilities and achievements to the specific job postings they're applying to. My approach is geared 100% towards landing more interviews and is meticulously crafted based on keyword visibility and modern design. You don't have to lose chances to ATS algorithms. I take a personalized approach to understanding your career goals, skills, and achievements, ensuring your resume or CV highlights your unique value.
My editing process is done entirely by hand, combing through each word and every comma to expertly copy edit and transform your writing into the most professional, powerful, and engaging document possible. At the core of my success is the belief that writing is a way for us to communicate more than just words on a page.
Moreover, I have worked with several clients ranging from entry-level professionals to managers, entrepreneurs, CEOs, CTOs, CFOs and I know very well what gets you the interview. Leveraging my professional background, I know what it takes to make an effective, professional resume for any position that will get you hired!
What I offer:
★ Write a new resume, tailored to your experience and your target roles that will pass ATS and quickly show a recruiter your skills and experience
★ Provide an editable cover letter with easy instructions on how to modify for each submission
★ Review your LinkedIn for optimizations that will help recruiters find and choose your profile
Book Editor:
I'm also a professional book editor with over 15 years of experience in book editing. My interest is to help you refine your story, strengthen your voice, and eliminate grammatical errors while ensuring your unique style and voice are preserved. Throughout the editing process, I stay fully immersed in your work and keep you updated at every stage to ensure we achieve a satisfactory final product.
My Services Include:
**Line editing for flow and readability
**Grammar, punctuation, and syntax corrections
**Consistency checks for character names, tense, tone, etc.
**Constructive feedback to improve your manuscript
Why Choose Me:
In the past, I've had the privilege to work with many authors across genres to deliver manuscripts that attracts readers and reach publishing standards. My goal is to make your book shine.
I can't wait to show you just how excellent your writing can become!
Everyone's situation is unique--let's discuss yours.
Yours Sincerely,
Katharine Ware
Proofreading
Copy Editing
Editing & Proofreading
Website Content
Business Plan
Content Writing
Pitch Deck
Resume
CV
Cover Letter
Resume Writing
Resume Design
Speech Writing
Copywriting
Article Writing
Megan V.
Silver Spring, Maryland
$25/hr
5.0
93 jobs
In 2012, I graduated from Calvin College with a bachelor's degree in English. I then moved to Croatia to teach English at a small university. After teaching for one year, I began my career as a freelance editor, proofreader, and writer. I also have some experience with SEO and transcription.
My goal is to achieve excellence as an editor and perfect my skills to help others improve their writing and web content. I do my best to give projects my full and patient attention in the interest of producing high-quality work.
Copy Editing
Research Papers
Content Writing
Teaching English
Technical Writing
Croatian to English Translation
Article Writing
English Tutoring
Business Writing
Naomi K.
Severn, Maryland
$20/hr
5.0
1 jobs
Hello! I am a tutor and published essayist/poet offering in-depth editing and proofreading services. I am detail-oriented, efficient, and well-versed in The Chicago Manual of Style. With a passion for the creation, production, and consumption of literature, it would be my pleasure work with you.
Proofreading
Copy Editing
Technical Editing
Book Editing
Line Editing
Developmental Editing
English Tutoring
Ghostwriting
Story Writing
Jeff K.
Gaithersburg, Maryland
$35/hr
5.0
29 jobs
With a B.S. in journalism, a law degree, and more than 20 years of experience as a full-time and freelance writer, reporter, and editor, I understand how superlative writing can inform and engage readers, attract new customers, and increase market share.
I currently work as an editor for a large publishing company and have held editor and reporter positions at several other companies during my journalism career. I have a particular interest in writing content for law firm websites. In addition, I have written for various consumer publications about science, health, the environment, real estate, education, and numerous other topics. My writing experience encompasses all types of non-fiction writing, from short blog posts to in-depth articles, both in print and online. I also have outstanding research skills as a result of my journalism and legal backgrounds. Finally, I have an excellent understanding of SEO and access to professional SEO tools.
I am detail-oriented, obsessive about meeting deadlines, flexible in my work schedule, and committed to exceeding your expectations. My standard base rate is $35/hour. Writing samples are available upon request. Thank you for reading my profile, and I look forward to working together.
Proofreading
Copy Editing
Writing
Article Writing
English
Website Content
Content Writing
Fact-Checking
Copywriting
Developmental Editing
Journalism
Journalism Writing
Print Journalism
Melinda C.
Baltimore, Maryland
$50/hr
5.0
180 jobs
Are you worried about your spelling or grammar? Do you need someone to check for consistency throughout your project? Does your work need a little polish before being published? Or maybe you need to collaborate with someone to work out the kinks in your writing?
Look no further; I can help.
(I even know how to properly use a semi-colon and can easily explain it to you. Or I can fix it for you, and you never have to worry about it!)
My varied background (high school science teacher, lab technician, zookeeper, cashier...), intense thirst for knowledge, and eagle eye make me the editor/proofreader you need. I have a wide range of information already in my head and the ability and desire to research anything else that I need to know for a project. On top of that, I am a voracious reader, which helps me stay on top of trends while exposing me to traditional grammar, too.
I have experience with different style guides, especially the Chicago Manual of Style. I am willing to work with an in-house guide you may have developed, or even just be sure you are consistent within your own personal style.
Having lived abroad and traveled extensively, I can even be sure you are staying within a specific regional dialect in your writing.
I like working collaboratively with authors to perfect that originally awkward sentence or decide on a formal or informal tone, etc. However, I am just as willing to hand you a proofread document with proverbial red ink on it for you to decide what to change.
Top traits:
Flexible, fast learner, intense work ethic
Interested in:
Helping you to succeed
Improving your readers' enjoyment
Large or small projects (from short blogs up to an entire manuscript)
Remote jobs
Onsite positions in the Baltimore/Washington, D.C. area
Proofreading
Copy Editing
Adobe Creative Suite
Asana
Employee Communications
English
Fact-Checking
Google Docs
HTML
Microsoft Office
People Management
Project Management
Scheduling
Slack
WordPress
Kirstin M.
Baltimore, Maryland
$15/hr
5.0
79 jobs
I offer expert English language proofreading services with quick turnaround times and great rates! My experience is focused in scientific writing, such as scientific articles and thesis writing, as well as in ebooks and blog articles.
The highlights:
5 years of experience editing and revising ebooks and scientific writing
5 years of experience working with English second-language speakers
Competitive rates
Responsive and able to meet short deadlines
Academic Proofreading
English
Scientific Research
Resume Writing
Resume Design
Academic Editing
Scientific Writing
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