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Kelcey M.

Overland Park, Kansas

$25/hr
5.0
9 jobs

- Worked 2 years for a litigation firm in juror research - Received my Master of Ed, Educational Specialist from UMKC - Managed a classroom for 7 years and have been an assistant principal for four years - Principal for 4 years - Business management, data management, and writing are my speciality I have experience with: - technical writing - copywriting - editing/proofreading - academic essays + applications - editorials - social media management - newsletters/brochures -email management - consistent branding - graphic design -Canva -AI Tools -Google Workspace -Canvas -Gemini

  • Academic Research
  • Editing & Proofreading
  • Creative Writing
  • Cover Letter Writing
  • Academic Writing
  • Resume Screening
  • Social Media Design
  • Graphic Design
  • Organizational Design & Effectiveness
  • Email & Newsletter
  • Email Marketing Strategy
  • Social Media Content
  • Advertising Strategy
  • Email Design
  • Business Writing
Jake L.

Wichita, Kansas

$13/hr
5.0
2 jobs

I help individuals and small businesses stay organized, efficient, and on track by providing reliable Microsoft 365 and AI-assisted project support. My focus is on turning scattered information, manual processes, and unclear workflows into clean, structured, and easy-to-manage systems. I support projects from planning through completion, handling tasks such as spreadsheet and document creation, reporting, data organization, task tracking, and administrative coordination. I work primarily within the Microsoft 365 ecosystem (Excel, Word, and related tools) and use modern AI tools to accelerate research, drafting, and problem-solving—while always applying human review to ensure accuracy and clarity. What clients value most is my ability to take vague requirements and turn them into practical, usable deliverables. I prioritize clear communication, logical structure, and on-time delivery. If something can be simplified or made easier to maintain, I will build it that way. I’m a strong fit for clients who need dependable support with organization, reporting, documentation, or project coordination—without overcomplication or unnecessary jargon. Whether you need help cleaning up existing files, building tracking tools, or keeping a project moving forward, I bring a structured, detail-oriented approach to every engagement. If you’re looking for responsive, modern support that blends Microsoft 365 skills with efficient AI-assisted workflows, I’m happy to discuss your needs and suggest a clear path forward.

  • Academic Research
  • Virtual Assistance
  • Facebook Marketplace
  • Company Research
  • Data Entry
  • Microsoft Excel PowerPivot
  • Data Analysis
  • Data Analytics
  • Administrate
  • Administrative Support
  • Military & Defense
  • Logistics Coordination
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Accuracy Verification
Terran Rae S.

Lenexa, Kansas

$90/hr
5.0
569 jobs

Hi there! I am a full-time on-camera and voice-over actor who works across a wide array of niches including: business, AI, SaaS, tech, education, health/wellness, lifestyle, beauty, and more. I run a fashion, fitness, and lifestyle platform across social media channels. I work as a spokesperson, content creator, broadcaster, multimedia producer, host, narrator, character actor, and more. I have 15+ years of professional experience in multimedia, acting, social media, journalism, broadcast, and performance. I work with large and small brands alike and am openly accepting new work. I have a Bachelor of Science in Journalism from the University of Kansas, class of 2015. I’ve spent my career building my own personal brand with 60k+ followers across social media. I have professional level recording and production equipment in my home studio. Please feel free to reach out to me with any potential questions. I'm easy to work with and seeking mutually beneficial working connections-- let's talk today!

  • Voice Acting
  • Social Media Training
  • Voice-Over
  • Social Media Website
  • Acting
  • UGC
  • Content Creation
  • Video Ad
  • Video Commercial
  • Film
  • Media Planning
  • Modeling
  • Spokesperson Video
  • Narration
  • Nutrition
  • Health & Fitness
  • Editing & Proofreading
  • Product Research
  • Academic Proofreading
  • Life Coaching
  • Tutoring
  • Social Media Account Setup
  • English Tutoring
Braden K.

Fairway, Kansas

$85/hr
4.9
27 jobs

Expert WordPress Developer, WordPress Designer, UI UX Designer, Product Designer, SaaS Designer I’m a founder-minded Principal Product, UI/UX & WordPress Designer with 12+ years of experience designing, building, and scaling high-performance websites and digital products for startups, growing businesses, and enterprise teams. I specialize in data-driven UI/UX design, custom WordPress development, and conversion-focused experiences—helping clients turn slow, outdated, or underperforming websites into fast, scalable, revenue-generating platforms. My approach blends strategic product thinking with hands-on execution, covering everything from UX strategy and design systems to Elementor development, WooCommerce optimization, and performance tuning. 💡 What I Help You Solve ✔ Slow WordPress websites hurting SEO & conversions ✔ Poor UI/UX, broken layouts, or weak mobile responsiveness ✔ Inefficient WooCommerce stores losing sales ✔ Complex integrations (CRMs, APIs, payments, LMS, bookings) ✔ Ongoing bugs, security risks, or unreliable support 🛠 Core Expertise & Services ☑️ WordPress Website Design & Development ➜ Custom WordPress websites (business, SaaS, portfolios, blogs) ➜ Full website redesigns & revamps ➜ Elementor Pro, Divi, Bricks, WPBakery & Gutenberg ➜ Figma / PSD / Adobe XD → WordPress (pixel-perfect) ➜ WooCommerce & eCommerce ➜ WooCommerce store setup & customization ➜ Checkout optimization & payment gateway integration ➜ Product, cart, shipping & tax configuration ➜ Performance-optimized eCommerce builds ☑️ Performance, SEO & Security ➜ Speed optimization (Core Web Vitals, GTmetrix, Lighthouse) ➜ Technical & on-page SEO setup (Yoast, Rank Math) ➜ Security hardening, malware removal & backups ➜ Hosting & platform migrations (zero downtime) ☑️ Advanced Development ➜ Custom plugin & theme development ➜ API & CRM integrations ➜ ACF setup & scalable CMS structures ➜ Membership, LMS & subscription platforms ☑️ UI/UX, Product & Growth Design ➜ User-Centered UI/UX design & prototyping (Figma, XD) ➜ Design systems & reusable components ➜ Conversion-focused landing pages & funnels ➜ Mobile-first, responsive design across all devices 🌍 Platforms & Tools ✔ WordPress, WooCommerce, Elementor Pro, Divi, Bricks, Oxygen, Gutenberg ✔ Figma, Adobe XD, Photoshop ✔ HTML5, CSS3, PHP, JavaScript ✔ GTmetrix, PageSpeed Insights, Rank Math, Yoast SEO 🏆 Why Clients Choose Me ➜ I don’t just “build websites.” I design high-performing digital products that connect emotionally with users, align with business goals, and scale as your company grows. ✅ 12+ years of real-world product & WordPress experience ✅ Designed platforms supporting 1M+ users & 300+ websites ✅ Led multiple 0→1 product launches, including AI-powered platforms ✅ Clean, Scalable code built for long-term success ✅ Clear communication, fast turnaround & reliable support✅ Available for one-time projects or long-term partnerships 🤝 Let’s Work Together Whether you need a new WordPress website, a complete redesign, WooCommerce optimization, or ongoing maintenance, I’d love to help. 📩 Send a message or book a call — let’s turn your idea into a high-impact, conversion-driven website. 𝑲𝒆𝒚𝒘𝒐𝒓𝒅𝒔: WordPress Website Designer, Expert Web Developer, WordPress Website Redesign, WordPress WooCommerce Expert, WordPress Specialist, WordPress Elementor Specialist, WordPress SEO Optimization, Web Page Designer, Senior WordPress Developer, UI/UX Designer, UI/UX Design, WordPress website developer, Experienced WordPress Developer, WordPress Web Developer, WordPress Website Developer, WordPress Website Design, UI/UX Specialist, WordPress Website Design, WordPress Website Redesign, WordPress Website Development, WordPress Website Clean Up, WordPress Expert, Experienced WordPress Developer, WordPress Website Design, Experienced Web Developer, Figma to WordPress Developer, WooCommerce Expert, Senior WordPress Developer, WordPress Performance Optimization, WordPress Expert, WordPress Web Engineer, WordPress Developer, WordPress Website Designer, WordPress Website Designer, WordPress Web Developer, WordPress Website Revamp, WordPress Designer, Experienced WordPress Developer, WordPress WooCommerce Developer, WordPress Web Designer, Expert WordPress Developer, WordPress Designer & Developer, Website Developer, WordPress Speed Optimization, WordPress Developer, Experienced Web Developer, Senior WordPress Developer, WordPress Specialist, WordPress Developer, WordPress Web Designer, WordPress Expert, Expert WordPress Designer, WordPress Website Developer, Web Designer & Developer, Experienced WordPress Developer, WordPress Web Developer, WordPress Elementor Expert, WordPress Web Design, WooCommerce Developer, Expert Website Developer, WordPress Front-End Developer, WordPress Designer, WordPress Web design Expert, Expert WordPress Developer, WordPress Elementor Pro, UI UX design, UI UX Designer, Figma UI UX Designer, Web & Mobile UI UX Designer, WordPress Designer

  • JavaScript
  • PHP
  • WordPress
  • HTML5
  • CSS
  • CSS 3
  • Web Design
  • HTML
  • WooCommerce
  • React
  • jQuery
  • Node.js
  • Laravel
  • MySQL
  • UX & UI Design
Jonathan H.

Kansas City, Kansas

$55/hr
4.8
32 jobs

🚀 Frustrated that SEO isn’t delivering the rankings leads or visibility you expected? You’ve invested time and energy but your website still struggles to rank and your brand isn’t showing up the way it should. That’s where I step in. I make complex SEO and Online Reputation Management feel simple effective and measurable. 👋 About Me As a seasoned SEO Project Manager with a decade of experience I am well versed in the intricacies of search engine optimization. My expertise has led me to become one of the most sought after professionals in the industry particularly here on Upwork. When it comes to providing the best SEO service I am fully committed to delivering exceptional results to my clients. I understand the importance of staying up to date with the latest trends and algorithms and I make it a priority to continuously expand my knowledge and skills. 🔍 What I Specialize In ✅ Local SEO and Google Map Pack Optimization ✅ On Page SEO and Technical SEO CORA driven optimization ✅ Reputation Management Knowledge Panel and Wikipedia support for founders and CEOs ✅ Indexing Recovery and Site Migrations Shopify WordPress Wix ✅ Press Release Distribution and Safe Link Earning ✅ Schema and Entity Optimization ✅ Custom Location Pages that drive real calls and leads 💡 What Sets Me Apart One of the key principles that sets me apart is my commitment to working with only one client per niche. This allows me to fully immerse myself in your unique needs and craft a tailored strategy. As a freelancer not an agency I offer a highly personalized service that larger organizations can’t. I pride myself on being approachable and easy to communicate with always available to answer questions or concerns. 📊 Results You Can Expect ⚡ Page 1 rankings in competitive markets ⚡ Traffic increases of 200 percent plus and 3X more leads ⚡ Knowledge Panels and brand reputation assets properly optimized ⚡ Google Business Profiles that drive calls clicks and visibility 🤝 Let’s Work Together In short if you are looking for a dedicated knowledgeable and personable SEO and ORM Specialist I am the ideal candidate to meet your needs. With a proven track record and commitment to delivering high quality service I’m confident in my ability to help you achieve your goals and drive your business to new heights. 👉 Message me today with your URL and top priority keywords. If you’re a founder or CEO ask me about my ORM milestone plan for Knowledge Panel Wikipedia and search result cleanup. --- Local SEO, SEO Audit, Technical SEO, On-Page SEO, Off-Page SEO, Content SEO, SEO Keyword Research, SEO Strategy, SEO Competitor Analysis, SEO Writing, SEO Content, SEO Backlinking, SEO Link Building, Shopify SEO, WordPress SEO, Wix SEO, Ecommerce SEO, Amazon SEO, YouTube SEO, Video SEO, Voice Search SEO, Mobile SEO, International SEO, SEO Migration, Penalty Removal SEO, SEO Indexing, SEO Schema, Core Web Vitals SEO, SEO Titles & Meta Descriptions, 301 Redirect SEO, Hreflang SEO, Sitemap SEO, SEO Consultancy, SEO Content Creation, SEO Organic Traffic Growth, SEO Competitive Research, SEO Ranking Strategy. SEO Expert, Google Certified SEO Specialist, Senior SEO Expert, Hire SEO Expert, Upwork SEO Expert, Google SEO, Search Engine Optimization (SEO), SEO Services, SEO Marketing, SEO Digital Marketing, SEO Analytics, SEO Tools (Ahrefs SEO, Moz SEO, Semrush SEO, Screaming Frog SEO Spider, SimilarWeb SEO, Netpeak SEO). Website SEO, Site SEO Audit, SEO Optimization, Local SEO Optimization, Website SEO Rankings, SEO Traffic Impact, SEO Implementation, SEO Performance, SEO Testing, SEO Data Analysis, SEO Reports (On-Page SEO Report, Off-Page SEO Report, Ecommerce SEO Audit). SEO Business Growth, SEO Competitive Research, SEO Sales Marketing, Development SEO, SEO for Startups, SEO for Small Business, SEO Consultancy, SEO Content Creator, SEO Writing Services, SEO Backlinking Strategy, Guest Post SEO, Forum SEO, SEO Citations, PBN SEO Links. WordPress SEO Plugin, Yoast SEO, All in One SEO, HubSpot SEO, SEO Configuration Setup, SEO A/B Testing, SEO Media, SEO Blog Writing, SEO Web Content, SEO AI, AI SEO Optimization. #1 SEO Consultant | SEO Expert | SEO Specialist | Local SEO | SEO Audit | Technical SEO

  • Local SEO
  • SEO Backlinking
  • SEO Keyword Research
  • On-Page SEO
  • Content SEO
  • Off-Page SEO
  • SEO Audit
  • SEO Strategy
  • SEO Localization
  • SEO Content
  • Google My Business
  • Google Local Business Optimization
Shanna J.

Leawood, Kansas

$30/hr
5.0
2 jobs

I'm a people-first problem solver with a dynamic background spanning SaaS onboarding to global clients, education, hospitality, and event coordination. Over the past 8+ years, I've trained international clients on complex software, led scuba excursions, planned events, and taught English in Spain—adapting seamlessly to every setting and audience. I bring structure to chaos, clarity to communication, and warmth to every interaction. Whether you need help improving your customer workflows, managing clients, writing clear how-to guides, coordinating remote projects, or engaging communities—I’m here to make your systems smoother and your customers happier. 🔹 What I Bring: Client onboarding & product education (non-technical and technical audiences) Training content creation: email templates, video walkthroughs, documentation Tech-savvy and used to remote work

  • Word Processing
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Microsoft Word
  • Microsoft Access
  • English Tutoring
  • Fundraising
  • Market Research

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