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  • $25 hourly
    I'm a skilled writer with a strong focus on grammar and spelling. I write a lot, I read a lot, and I've helped others with their writing projects. I can help you with fiction and academic writing! - I'm proficient in Microsoft Word and Google Docs but I'll adjust to any word processor you prefer to use. - I can help you improve your writing at any stage of the writing process: brainstorming, drafting, or any level of editing! - For editing, I'll give you as much or as little feedback and changes as you need. All my suggested changes will be trackable and completely reversible at your discretion. I'm here to help you. - I am detail-oriented when it comes to grammar and spelling mistakes and very skilled at catching even the smallest errors. - I want to make your project the best it can be :) Past experience: - Proofread and provided editing feedback on a 110,000-word science fiction novel - Ghostwrote articles and blog posts on a variety of topics, with lengths ranging from 800 to 2,000 words - 10+ years of experience writing with Microsoft Word Rates: For ghostwriting services, my minimum rate is $0.025 per word. Below is a quick reference: - 1,000 words = $25 - 2,000 words = $50 - 5,000 words = $125 - Beyond 5,000 words: message me and we'll work out a fair price For editing and proofreading services, my minimum rate is $0.015 per word. Below is a quick reference: - 1,000 words = $15 - 2,000 words = $30 - 5,000 words = $75 - 10,000 words = $150 - Beyond 10,000 words: message me and we'll work out a fair price For beta-reading services, my rate is $6.25 per 10,000 words. I do my best to keep my prices low while still ensuring I am paid fairly for the size of the project. If you have any questions or concerns about my pricing, skills, or experience, message me! I am happy to work with you. - Maya
    Featured Skill Proofreading
    Line Editing
    Grammar
    Tutoring
    Written Comprehension
    Word Processor
    Academic Proofreading
    Writing
    English Tutoring
    Beta Reading
    Writing Critique
    Microsoft Word
    Ghostwriting
    Essay Writing
    Editing & Proofreading
  • $30 hourly
    I have been working as a Spanish tutor for 5 years with kids. I am a native speaker who enjoys teaching about Spanish language and culture
    Featured Skill Proofreading
    English to Spanish Translation
    Teaching Spanish
    Colombian Spanish Dialect
    Spanish Tutoring
    Architectural Design
    Office 365
    Adobe Photoshop
    Adobe InDesign
    Autodesk AutoCAD
    Autodesk Revit
    Project Management
  • $60 hourly
    I am a skilled technical writer/editor with 20+ years of experience in creating clear, concise, and reader-friendly documentation for a variety of business needs. With a strong background in technical writing (I have a Ph.D. Psychology), I have worked on a variety of projects, including scientific publications, technical reports, user manuals, API documentation, and technical guides. I am passionate about transforming complex technical concepts into easy-to-read content for both technical and non-technical audiences. I can help with: • Writing and editing – for clarity, conciseness, grammar. • Research - information gathering, analysis, synthesis. • Organization and structure – managing document structure, navigating and indexing, adopting style guides (e.g., APA style, IBM style, IEEE style, Microsoft manual style). • Visual communication – creating diagrams, flowcharts, basic graphic design. • Project management – full project management from start to finish.
    Featured Skill Proofreading
    Scientific Writing
    Story Editing
    Technical Writing
    Professional Tone
    Content Writing
    Writing
    Business Writing
    Academic Editing
  • $50 hourly
    PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY I am a highly organized, collaborative, results-driven professional with over 20 years of experience in academia, research, analysis, teaching, writing, and advising. I have deep experience writing and developing winning proposals and managing grants. I am a high-level collaborator and communicator, able to manage people, processes, and projects across multiple languages and cultural settings. I have on the ground experience in South Korea, France, and Belgium, and depth of expertise in East Asian policy and politics. As a lifelong learner with a growth-mindset orientation, I excel at adapting to change in environment, information, and mode of communication. AREAS OF EXPERTISE * Communication * Teamwork & Collaboration * Adaptability * Problem-Solving * Project Management * Planning & Organization * Proposal Writing/Editing/Development * Academic Advising & Planning * Content Writing
    Featured Skill Proofreading
    Professional Tone
    Business Writing
    Writing
    Academic Editing
    Content Writing
  • $15 hourly
    Experienced copy editor who ensures writing is clear, error-free, and consistent across all types of content.
    Featured Skill Proofreading
    Copywriting
    Academic Editing
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