Copywriter | Speechwriter | TEDx Coach | Professional Host | Media Coach | Conference Speaker Strategist
Hi, I'm Megan Pope — I help people amplify their voice, book speaking opportunities, and connect authentically with their audience.
Ever dreamed of being on stage? Do you have a story to share? I can help make that come true.
With 15 years as an award-winning public speaking professor and 6+ years of freelance speechwriting and content creation experience, I specialize in helping professionals, entrepreneurs, and thought leaders turn their expertise into speaking opportunities and meaningful connections. Whether you need to land a TEDx talk, get booked at conferences, or convert leads through better storytelling, I'm here to help you shine.
How I Help People Succeed:
🎤 Conference & Speaking Opportunities
Help you get booked at conferences and industry events
Apply for TEDx talks on your behalf (I know what selection committees want)
Write keynotes and consult on developing your signature talk
Consult on your speaker sheet and speaker reel to showcase your expertise
Help you get on speaker bureaus and into speaking networks
Former TEDx volunteer coach, curator, and current TEDx Talk ghostwriter
Media coaching to prepare you for interviews and panels
🗣️ Public Speaking & Presentation Coaching
Develop compelling storytelling that creates connection through vulnerability
Prep you for webinars, conferences, and high-stakes presentations
Slide preparation and presentation strategy
Transform nervous speakers into confident communicators
🎙️ Professional Hosting Services
Web hosting and webinar hosting for seamless virtual events
Conference and awards ceremony hosting with polished, engaging delivery
Expert event facilitation that keeps audiences engaged and on schedule
Professional moderating for panels, roundtables, and discussions
📝 Event & Content Production
Script events, webinars, and awards ceremonies with engaging narratives
Podcast script writing that keeps listeners hooked from start to finish
Podcast big idea brainstorming to develop compelling show concepts
Podcast media prep to help hosts and guests shine on air
💼 Sales & Communication Training
Help you close more sales through better interpersonal communication
Learn how to convert leads into sales through authentic connection
Develop your personal brand voice across LinkedIn and other platforms
Thought leadership content that positions you as an industry expert
✍️ Content & Copywriting That Converts
LinkedIn articles, Medium posts, blogs, and newsletters
Speechwriting for keynotes, panels, and executive presentations
Marketing materials that drive engagement and action
My Background:
🏆 Five-time Cicero Award winner (the "Grammys" of speechwriting)
🎓 Award-winning public speaking professor for 15 years (Cal Poly, Texas A&M University–San Antonio)
🧠 TEDx ghostwriter and coach with insider knowledge of selection processes
✍️ 6+ years of freelance speechwriting and content creation helping brands and individuals in SaaS, fintech, healthcare, education, insurance, and beyond
What Makes Me Different:
I don't just write content — I help people transform how they communicate. My background as a TEDx coach and public speaking professor means I understand both the technical craft of writing and the psychology of what moves audiences to action.
Whether you need to land your dream speaking gig, convert more prospects, host a flawless webinar, launch a compelling podcast, or simply communicate your message with greater impact, I'm here to help you get there.
Ready to amplify your voice and expand your reach? Let's chat about your goals and how I can help you achieve them.
📎 Portfolio and client success stories available upon request.
Best,
Megan Pope
Speech Writing
Ghostwriting
Public Speaking
TED Talk
Presentations
Scriptwriting
Conference
Public Relations
Media Kit
Sales Coaching
Hosting Zoom Calls
Hosting Online Meetings
Podcast Writing
Podcast Content
Motivational Speaking
Mazie L.
Grand Prairie, Texas
$39/hr
5.0
23 jobs
Do you need content that inspires your audiences to act? Perhaps you are a novice writer who needs a thought partner or a busy professional who is long on ideas and short on writing time. If you are like most of my clients, you need someone to craft those ideas into a compelling message. I'm the ghostwriter for you.
Let's match wit and wisdom to create substantively inspirational compositions. With as much or as little collaboration as you wish, I will capture your voice to write the text you will proudly present. It would be my privilege to support your writing projects.
Past projects:
Ghostwriter- keynote speeches and TEDx-style speeches
Ghostwriter - commencement addresses
Ghostwriter - memoir
Ghostwriter - children’s books
Features Assistant
Reporter
Writing Lab Instructor
English Language Arts Coordinator
Educational Consultant
Certified English Language Arts Educator
Trade Journal Contributor
Contact me today for your ghostwriting needs!
Speech Writing
Editing & Proofreading
Speeches
English
Education
Humor
Poetry
Article Writing
Copywriting
Scriptwriting
Proofreading
Presentation Design
Copy Editing
Jordan B.
Flower Mound, Texas
$50/hr
5.0
7 jobs
Expert copywriter and storyteller with over a decade of experience and work that consistently reached millions. Written for dozens of big names including: Dr. Phil, Nancy Grace, Paula Deen, Geraldo Rivera, Bret Baier & many more.
Currently specializing in directing content creation from initial concept to execution.
This includes:
🖊️ Video Scriptwriting
🖊️ Speechwriting
🖊️ Ad Copy
🖊️ Email Marketing
🖊️ SEO Articles & Blogs
🖊️ Ghostwriting
🖊️ Research & Development
🖊️ & much more
Let my expertise amplify your online business growth and engagement. Book a consultation. Let’s chat!
Speech Writing
Content Writing
Editing & Proofreading
Search Engine Optimization
Copywriting
Article Writing
Copy Editing
Business Strategy
Sales Writing
Sales Letter
Scriptwriting
Research Papers
Jennifer V.
Dallas, Texas
$75/hr
5.0
114 jobs
From C-suite executives of global corporations and financial institutions, to entrepreneurs of next generation tech, I have had the privilege of working with leaders in a variety of industries. Using my experience in both business and education, I am able to craft informed, effective speeches for many different types of events and settings. Whether it's working with engineers to develop a highly technical presentation or coaching a new corporate executive on how to effectively articulate vision across their company, the depth of my professional experience makes me a valuable asset to my clients.
In addition to my experience in education and business, I have published articles with the National Center for Policy Analysis and assisted with research projects for the Hudson Institute. I have also been speaking at events since 2002, with topics ranging from ethics to healthcare reform.
I have a BA in Philosophy with emphasis in Ethics and Public Policy; an MA in Biblical Studies; and I completed my post-graduate studies in International Relations at Texas A&M.
I am fluent in Dutch and have studied French, Italian, Latin, and Korean. I am also happy to accept Dutch/English translation projects.
Speech Writing
Content Writing
Public Policy
Political Science
English
Blog Writing
Campaign Management
Dutch to English Translation
Academic Writing
Linda B.
Crowley, Texas
$15/hr
5.0
2 jobs
With degrees in journalism, communication and education, I am I am a wordsmith with great people skills, experienced and proficient in both oral and written communication. A pleasant and professional demeanor--along with correct use of grammar, spelling, syntax and punctuation--is part of my DNA.
My areas of expertise include writing, editing, proofreading, speechwriting and delivery, as well as research and error detection. In addition, I am proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Drive applications.
I have 20 years experience teaching oral and written communication at both high school and college levels. Both before and after teaching I worked in a variety of customer service positions, as well as freelance opportunities.
Now retired from education, I am open to full-time (preferred) or part-time work, as well as one-time projects.
Speech Writing
Editing & Proofreading
Topic Research
Content Editing
Accuracy Verification
Error Detection
Copy Editing
Writing
Beta Reading
Christian Theology
Katherine P.
Porter, Texas
$70/hr
5.0
237 jobs
I am a published writer; editors from national magazines - including Woman's Day - confirm I am a gifted writer. I invested 28 years with Deloitte and am a business writer extraordinaire. I now help clients like you enhance your brand and catapult over the competition. As a ghostwriter, my blogs have been published in Forbes, Huffington Post, and Yahoo Finance. I edited two WSJ bestsellers and created content for Notre Dame University. If you need a master storyteller, executive communications expert, or feature writer I'm your resource!
Using my imagination and carefully scripted messages, I've accomplished what many aspiring freelancers covet; I've cracked through the steel doors of global magazine editors and persuaded them to print my articles. Working at Deloitte for three decades, I have a firm grasp on the world of accounting and taxation.
So what is my secret sauce to fine writing? I’ve spent decades mining magical caverns of forgotten words, selected the finest and stored them like jewels in my treasure chest. When writing, I carefully retrieve and assemble them so each sentence flows to the next like a melodious sonnet. The result? I’ve amassed a sterling portfolio.
Now that I’ve achieved my lifelong goals, allow me the pleasure of helping you attain yours. Perhaps you want copy edits that maintain the author's voice. Or maybe you need a major rewrite. I will follow your instructions and honor your deadline. I have a BA in corporate communications (magna cum laude) and I minored in global economics. I am an enthusiastic journalist who once interviewed U.S. House of Representative Ted Poe, of Texas, as well as the late astronaut Sally Ride.
I'm an avid reader of international current events, politics, and history, as well as many of the literary classics. More importantly, I am a Christian who desires to produce high-quality content for each client - large or small.
Here's a sample of the work I've completed:
* Promoting brands on Social Media: LinkedIn, Meta, Instagram
* Adobe Creative Cloud for marketing brochures and social media posts
* Article or blog rewrites; ghostwriter
* Storytelling obituary writer for funeral announcements, memorials and eulogies
* Newsletters
* Luxury travel
* Real Estate - write blogs, best cities, blogs, edit e-books, create website content
* Press releases
* Writing coach/tutor
* Academic proofreader, edit college admissions essays/scholarship applications
* Christian Theology
* Digital marketing agencies
* Blogs for health and wellness, mental health, OCD, Bulimia
* Landing pages for websites
* Copywriter
* Creative writing, ghostwriting, manuscript edits
* B2B
* Internal communications and corporate communications
* Edit business plans
* Autobiographies and personal experience articles
* Financial and technical reports; wealth management
* HR policies (Well-being, Learning & Development, training, etc.)
* Religion, biblical studies, and devotionals
God bless,
Kathy Pierce
Business Writing
Content Writing
Creative Writing
Editing & Proofreading
Website Content
Blog Writing
Press Release
Technical Editing
Proofreading
Copy Editing
Christian Theology
Business Editing
Storytelling
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