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Liam L.

Melbourne, Australia

$60/hr
5.0
235 jobs

I am an SEO consultant & content strategist with a decade of experience in digital marketing. I specialise in working with businesses in construction and services but have extensive experience with e-commerce, brick and mortar retail and much more. I've spent time working with a number of premier agencies in Australia, on a wide range of well-known brand accounts. I consistently deliver excellent results for my clients and I maintain a no-fluff approach to SEO that focuses firmly on the fundamentals. If you're looking for someone to create 1000s of AI spam pages, I'm not the guy you're looking for. However, if you'd like to build a sustainable organic strategy that prioritises user intent and high-quality copy, and generates leads for years to come, I'm here to help. Let's have a chat!

  • Screenwriting
  • Creative Writing
  • Final Draft
  • Copywriting
  • Real Estate
  • Proofreading
  • Microsoft Excel
  • SEO Keyword Research
  • Microsoft Word
Jamie M.

Parramatta, Australia

$55/hr
5.0
8 jobs

I'm a bestselling author and filmmaker residing in Sydney, Australia. I have decades of writing and editing experience - from blogs to books, from articles to film screenplays, from writing letters to producing various online content. I can help you write or edit anything that requires strong research and/or creative flair. I'll help you deliver writing that has a clear message and a strong voice.

  • Screenwriting
  • Creative Writing
  • Film Screenplay
  • Scriptwriting
  • Writing
  • Content Writing
  • Book Editing
  • Book Proposal
  • Book Review
  • Book Writing
  • Article Writing
  • Blog Writing
  • Beta Reading
  • Ghostwriting
  • Film
Blake F.

Coburg, Australia

$50/hr
5.0
1 jobs

Hi, I’m Blake — an experienced screenwriter, director, and storyboard artist with a strong background in crafting compelling visual narratives. I take pride in crafting emotionally resonant work, always with performers in mind. Whether I’m collaborating with filmmakers or clients in advertising, my goal is the same: to get to the heart of what they’re trying to say and help their story connect. Storyboards: With my background across many fields, my superpower, as told to me from many of my repeat clients, is mind reading and helping them shape and encourage ideas for the screen. I can work at ranging scales to fit your budget. Let's chat!

  • Final Draft
  • Storyboarding
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • DaVinci Resolve
  • Adobe After Effects
  • Videography
  • Music Video
  • Film Direction
  • Film & Video
  • Illustration
  • Performing Arts
  • Clip Studio Paint
  • Final Cut Pro
  • Procreate
Rhys P.

Bundoora, Australia

$50/hr
4.9
29 jobs

🎬 Award-Winning Screenwriter | Video Production Pro | Creative Director 🎬 👋 Hi, I’m Rhys—your go-to creative powerhouse with a passion for transforming ideas into reality! With a background in screenwriting, video production, and creative direction, I’ve worked with top-tier brands like Puma and Cricket Australia, delivering results that captivate and convert. ✨ What I Bring to the Table: Screenwriting: From feature films to TV pilots, my scripts have caught the attention of producers worldwide (ask me about my screenplay on Douglas Mawson's Antarctic adventures)! Video Production: Expert in editing, color grading, and all things post-production. Whether it's branded content, commercials, or social media ads, I make sure it all pops. Creative Direction: I lead projects with confidence, blending creativity and strategy to tell stories that resonate—across film, social, and digital platforms. 🏆 Notable Highlights: - Covered a YBN Cordae concert at Melbourne Central’s Puma store. - Completed a Masters in Screenwriting with scripts currently in talks with producers. - Directed commercial campaigns that have helped brands reach millions of new customers online. 📈 Keywords that Describe Me: Video Production, Screenwriting, Creative Direction, Post-Production, Commercial Campaigns, Content Marketing, Branded Content, Social Media Strategy, Storytelling, Scriptwriting. 💬 Ready to take your project to the next level? Whether you need compelling copy, award-winning screenplays, or engaging video content, let’s make magic together! ✨

  • Screenwriting
  • Blog Content
  • Book Writing
  • Content Writing
  • Book Review
  • Ghostwriting
  • Writing Critique
  • Copywriting
  • Content SEO
  • Search Engine Optimization
  • Website Copywriting
  • Writing
  • SEO Writing
  • Blog Writing
Mauro H.

Sydney, Australia

$35/hr
4.8
69 jobs

Filmmaker: Director, screenwriter, editor of different projects, such as Films, corporate videos, Advertising, music videos, documentaries and miniseries. The experience in the different roles of audiovisual production developed in me a lot of skills. That over time I turned them into tools. I love creativity and art. Cinema and big screen stories are my passion. Wherever life is happening, a story is waiting to be discovered.

  • Scriptwriting
  • Adobe After Effects
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Cinematography
  • DaVinci Resolve
  • Video Production
  • Travel Video
  • Color Grading
  • Video Color Correction
  • Film & Video
  • Film Editing
  • Videography
  • Video Editing
  • Photography
  • Latin American Spanish Accent
Hugh L.

Sydney, Australia

$40/hr
5.0
30 jobs

✔️𝐔𝐩𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤 𝐂𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐞𝐝 ✔️𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐬 𝐎𝐟 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 ✔️𝐓𝐫𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐛𝐲 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡-𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐟𝐢𝐥𝐞 𝐂𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 ★★★★★ 5.00 ❝𝑯𝒖𝒈𝒉 𝒊𝒔 𝒂 𝒕𝒂𝒍𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒆𝒅 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒉𝒂𝒓𝒅-𝒘𝒐𝒓𝒌𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒑𝒓𝒐𝒇𝒆𝒔𝒔𝒊𝒐𝒏𝒂𝒍 𝒘𝒉𝒐 𝒄𝒂𝒏 𝒑𝒓𝒐𝒅𝒖𝒄𝒆 𝒒𝒖𝒂𝒍𝒊𝒕𝒚 𝒘𝒐𝒓𝒌.❞ Hi, I’m Hugh — a Professional Video Editor and Screenwriter with over 10 years of combined experience in broadcast media, digital marketing, and storytelling for screen. I help businesses and creatives bring their vision to life through dynamic video content and cinematic storytelling that connects and converts. Whether you need a sharp, engaging promotional video, a powerful short film, a polished commercial, or a compelling TV pilot or feature script, I deliver high-quality, audience-focused work that gets results. What I Offer: 🎞️ Video Editing Services ✓ Marketing & Promo Videos ✓ Branded Content for Social Media ✓ Product Demos & Commercials ✓ Corporate/Explainer Videos ✓ Music Videos & Narrative Edits 🎬 Screenwriting Services ✓ Short Films & Feature-Length Screenplays ✓ TV Pilots & Episodic Series ✓ Branded Storytelling for Commercials ✓ Pitch Decks & Treatments to support your ideas If you’re looking for a creative partner who understands both the visual language of video and the narrative craft of storytelling, I’m here to help. Let’s Talk: Send me a message on Upwork so we can discuss your project and see if we’re the right fit. I look forward to helping you tell your story—and making it unforgettable.

  • Video Commercial
  • Adobe After Effects
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Video Intro & Outro
  • Motion Graphics
  • Social Media Advertising
  • Color Grading
  • Music & Sound Design
  • Video Editing
  • Documentary
  • Video Production

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