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  • $65 hourly
    • 5.0/5
    • (224 jobs)
    Sure, you want error-free copy. Everyone does. But you need more than that. You need writing that makes sense. That expresses your true vision clearly. That showcases your products and services positively. That resonates and connects with your reader. Most editing focuses on "fixing problems." As an expert business and technical wordsmith with over 30 years of experience, I go far beyond this limited approach, focusing on optimizing your writing. My core skill is communication, and I can provide value to you that goes far beyond fixing typos: I can transform your ordinary source material into polished, precise, professional prose. An MBA and MS in Computer Science from MIT, combined with decades of experience in the business world, allow me to understand and enhance technical reports, business whitepapers, websites, books, sales copy, and much more. Upon hiring me, a client recently summarized my editing in three words: "Do your magic." I also have decades of experience managing projects of various sizes to successful completion, including taking a 1,100-page book from concept to printed copies in hand in four months (a timeframe I had been told by a publisher was "impossible"). Let me apply my organizational, detail, and coordination skills to bring order to any chaos plaguing your business. I work quickly and efficiently, and I communicate with you promptly and professionally. Guaranteed. What can I do for you? - Turn your white paper, book, ebook, website, or manual from mundane and error-filled to a clear, flowing, professional work of art. - Review any writing on any platform to provide feedback on how to make it shine. - Help you manage your projects to guide them to successful completion -- on time and under budget. - Transform nearly any type of data into any other type with high speed and accuracy. I get results faster, more accurately and often even cheaper than so-called "budget solutions." - Solve virtually any problem with Excel spreadsheets. - Edit your photos to perfection using my 30" hardware-calibrated monitor. - Much more. Ask me! I'm very adaptable and constantly expanding my skills. Specific credentials: - MS in Computer Science and MBA from MIT - Published author of 1,600 page book on TCP/IP networking technologies. - Main author, project manager, and general editor of 1,100 page book on networking. - Several years of experience editing articles for a major online website. - Edited and produced output from a team of analysts for three years. - Dozens of websites, ebooks and manuals designed, restructured and edited. - Member of the American Copy Editors Society (ACES). - Over 30 years of Excel and data processing experience. - Published and award-winning photographer and photo editor. - Over 250 projects completed, and over $250,000 in earnings on freelancing sites with a 100% success rate. Hope to work with you soon!
    Featured Skill Technical Editing
    Data Management
    Content Editing
    Proofreading
    Blockchain
    Project Management
    Scripting
    Microsoft Excel
    Data Processing
    Photo Editing
    Formatting
  • $35 hourly
    • 5.0/5
    • (177 jobs)
    I have a combined graduate-level background in engineering and computer science. As an educator, I have 10+ years of experience in communicating technical information to diverse audiences using a variety of media. I have served as a reviewer for various conferences, as well as journals and a textbook. I have academic publications in topics including artificial intelligence, digital image processing, GoPro Hero cameras, metallography, and online education. I authored one blog as the faculty advisor for a student NASA Orion Mockup project that received special attention from NASA, and I am familiar with a variety of software packages and programming languages.
    Featured Skill Technical Editing
    SEO Writing
    Inbound Marketing
    ANSI C
    Creative Writing
    Calculus
    Mathematics Tutoring
    Technical Writing
    English
    Website Content
    Microsoft Word
    Microsoft Excel
  • $65 hourly
    • 4.9/5
    • (90 jobs)
    Great technical writing makes your content user friendly and doesn't just inform readers - it spurs them to action. I think outside the box to ensure your technical message connects powerfully with readers - and gets them moving toward your goals. My expertise in environmental science and engineering: - Translating techspeak to reach any audience. For 25 years I've helped scientists and engineers communicate with other tech experts, managers, decision-makers, contractors, interest groups and just plain people. - Government regulations and their impacts. I'm grounded in the ins and outs of government regulations and policies at the local, state and federal levels - and how they affect other governments, businesses, and constituents. - Sustainable energy and development. I'm well-versed in the science and practice of sustainability, including alternative energy sources and technologies, resource conservation, and the impacts of consumption and rapidly developing technology on humans and the planet. I'm highly experienced in creating these kinds of technical content and copy: - project proposals, scopes of work/budgets, and charters - technical reports - white papers - decision documents - web content - blog and social media posts - contracts for implementing actions and providing services - policies and procedures I'm also a crack researcher. Need to know what it is, how it works, or how to get it done in the environmental or governmental arenas? I research incisively and present the results in concise, accessible formats customized for you. I also look out for insights and efficiencies to make your project or business work more effectively, efficiently, and most of all - compellingly. As one client put it "Lee Ann went above and beyond in her work. In researching...she flagged things for us that were fundamental to our company's success."
    Featured Skill Technical Editing
    Copy Editing
    Error Detection
    Proofreading
    Creative Writing
    Article Writing
    White Paper Writing
    Content Writing
    Business Writing
    Environmental Science
    Report Writing
    Scientific Writing
    Policy Writing
    Technical Writing
    Blog Content
  • $50 hourly
    • 5.0/5
    • (276 jobs)
    Top skills in academic, business, fiction, and nonfiction for proofreading, editing, and formatting: Please note that I am a very detailed editor, and I don't usually accept unreasonable rush jobs. If in doubt, please ask though. I thrive on finding mistakes in grammar, spelling, context, syntax, redundancies, repetitions, punctuation, and in facts. The Chicago Manual of Style and APA are home for me, and Webster's Unabridged is my main daily haunt. I also work in MLA, GPO, Vancouver, Harvard, AMA, and AP as well. I love digging into research, too. Academics are my first love, but I am just as comfortable working with businesses and helping authors with their prose. I enjoy coaching and explaining why I am suggesting changes, so there can be growth on the author's part if so desired. It's not about the money—it's about the game! I like the challenge of finding as many errors as possible. I like the challenge of making you look your best. This is why I prefer flat rate to hourly. With a flat fee, the work can be developed without worry. It can be delivered with pride. Because my job is to make your work look good, in most cases, I can't do that while rushing. So unless a rush job is timed appropriately for the level of detailed editing that I do, I can't accommodate rush jobs. Feel free to ask though. It never hurts to ask. There are periods of downtime occasionally. And I like to give back to the community. So, if there isn't a lot of money to work with, please inquire. It never hurts to ask, and if I do have the time, I may be able to help. If you do, please mention that you read my review and would like help on the pricing. To learn about my editing process, ask me for my bio.
    Featured Skill Technical Editing
    Style Guide
    Academic Proofreading
    Chicago Manual of Style
    Business Editing
    Article
    Track Changes
    Editing & Proofreading
    Citation Style
    Academic Editing
    Copy Editing
    Microsoft Word
  • $35 hourly
    • 5.0/5
    • (84 jobs)
    Since joining Upwork, leading a group of editors as managing editor for a long-term client and proofreading educational materials have become my areas of specialty. As a content editor and proofreader, I am passionate about creativity, have an eye for detail, and add a breadth of knowledge and background to every project. I have worked in professional theatre, managed a multi-state sales region, and been a Senior Technical Recruiter for Microsoft, so my career spans diverse fields from non-profit to corporate. From a BFA in Theatre (Stage Management) to an MBA in Global Management, my educational background is as varied as my many interests. Working with each client to ensure their desired message comes across is the ideal collaboration for me. Thank you for taking the time to look over my profile. Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions or would like to explore working together.
    Featured Skill Technical Editing
    English Tutoring
    Proofreading
    Creative Writing
    English
  • $50 hourly
    • 5.0/5
    • (378 jobs)
    Native-English writer and editor embracing efficient communication and meeting deadlines. I bring a diverse professional and intellectual background to my work — and a decent sense of humor. I’ve been wordsmithing in a variety of capacities most of my adult life — from journalism to book editing to copywriting to webpage content. Some areas of specialization include: • architecture and construction • art and design • environment and environmental issues (climate, sustainability) • history and politics • labor relations and unions • sports • supply chain and maritime transportation • tech (artificial intelligence [AI], machine learning [ML], data analytics) I have extensive copyediting experience in a variety of fields, including: • academic journal submissions • blogs • general interest books • reference works • university press publications My editing is mostly in nonfiction categories, including business, history, sociology, and success self-help (personal transformation, workplace culture, and leadership and motivation). I also specialize in bibliography editing and formatting citations, footnotes, endnotes, reference lists, figures, and tables per the Chicago Manual of Style and APA 7. This work has been for major academic publishers such as Oxford University Press and Gale Group, along with many individual authors. This includes converting in-text citations into “blind notes,” “trailing phrase notes,” or “key phrase notes.” Other professional experience includes working as a political campaign staffer, labor union officer, and entertainment industry technician.
    Featured Skill Technical Editing
    Chicago Manual of Style
    APA Formatting
    References & Citations
    Ghostwriting
    Proofreading
    Book Editing
    Copy Editing
    Copywriting
    Citations
    Academic Proofreading
    Bibliography
    Editing & Proofreading
    White Paper
  • $35 hourly
    • 5.0/5
    • (66 jobs)
    I am a native English speaker and scientist with strong technical writing skills. I can grasp and implement complex concepts quickly. Then I write about them concisely and clearly. In my most recent role as a freelance technical writer and editor, I use InDesign or Word to create understandable, thorough product instruction manuals with a focus on consumer electronics products. I also write, review, and edit reports, manuals, website copy, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and instructions, always striving for uniformity, clarity, and accuracy. I've also prepared supporting Word reports, Excel documents, and PowerPoint presentations for technical reports, expenditure justifications, and peer reviews. In my twenty years of experience in petroleum field exploration and appraisal geoscience, I proofread numerous documents at a multinational company, wrote sales flyers for multimillion-dollar data-room sales efforts, and presented prospects to outside energy companies. My biggest life accomplishment is helping discover three major deep-water oil and gas fields, proving up nearly 1.5 BBOE of recoverable hydrocarbons worth about $60,000,000,000.
    Featured Skill Technical Editing
    US English Dialect
    Geology
    Report Writing
    Technical Writing
    English
    Science
    Editing & Proofreading
  • $78 hourly
    • 5.0/5
    • (4 jobs)
    As a versatile technical writer with over 20 years of experience, I specialize in creating user documentation that empowers customers and technical teams to fully leverage innovative solutions. I’ve documented technology in a variety of industries, including SaaS, DBaaS, networking, telecommunications, and solar energy. I translate complex technical concepts into clear, concise, and actionable content to help users effectively use software or products. Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of working for industry leaders like Tesla, Enphase Energy, and Blue Planet-Ciena. I honed my ability to craft technical content for diverse target audiences, including end-users, developers, and technical managers. I understand the challenges that come with scaling products, and I ensure that your growing customer base and internal teams will have the documentation resources they need to succeed. My expertise encompasses a wide range of technical documentation, including: - User guides and manuals - API documentation and developer guides - Installation and configuration instructions - Release notes and update documentation - Technical briefs and application notes - Product specifications and datasheets By partnering with me, you can focus on creating technical solutions, knowing that your customers and technical teams will have high-quality, user-friendly documentation. I’m skilled at interviewing subject matter experts, product managers, and other stakeholders, and I ensure your technical documentation accurately reflects the product details to meet the needs of a target audience. My approach to technical writing comes from understanding the user experience and the needs of technical professionals. I produce clearly organized and concisely written documentation so your users can find the information they need for their specific use cases. If you're seeking a technical writer who can improve your customers’ user experience, foster long-term customer success, and help your solutions stand out in competitive markets, I’d be happy to meet with you. I create documentation that not only supports your users and technical teams but is also a valuable asset in driving the growth and success of your business. Let's connect and discuss how I can help you create technical content. SKILLS Zendesk | Zoho | FreshWorks Linux | Ubuntu | Red Hat | MacOS | Windows Rest APIs | HTML | JSON | YAML Python | C++ Git | Github | JIRA Markdown | Asciidoctor | InDesign | Word | Google Docs | FrameMaker | Madcap Flare Virtual Box | Docker Excel | Google Sheets Confluence | Zoom | Slack | Otte Photoshop | Canva Services Writing, editing, content development and curation for founders, creators, solopreneurs, or agencies who need informative and persuasive content. Content Development Writing Engaging content for your website and newsletters. Copywriting Persuasive web and email copy for your business as well as technical copy to showcase your products and services as the indispensable element in your industry. Technical Writing and Help Center Content Expertise Concise, focused technical content using the power of words, graphics, and data. Set up and implement knowledge base platforms and help centers to provide the help and answers your users want and need. Ghostwriting Well-researched and well-written content for your topic. SEO Writing Keywords artfully placed in well-composed content to improve ranking in search results. Writing - Writing: content creation, development, and organization - Editing: developmental, copy editing, proofreading, style and standards compliance - Search Engine Optimization (SEO) - Interviewing - Problem solving - Research and curation
    Featured Skill Technical Editing
    SaaS
    Open Source
    Markdown
    Content Research
    Content Editing
    Content SEO
    Content Writing
    Copy Editing
    Content Strategy
    Data Visualization
    Technical Writing
    Technical Documentation
    Tutorial
    Editing & Proofreading
  • $50 hourly
    • 5.0/5
    • (126 jobs)
    I set a high bar of excellence with every endeavor I undertake. If you want a writer or editor who produces engaging, insightful, and optimized content, look no further. If you were to ask my clients what sets me apart, they would tell you that I am an excellent communicator who meets deadlines and writes copy that never needs editing. Let me help you maximize your conversions and reach a sustained level of success in reaching your targets. Here's how we begin that process: 1. Brand discovery: I learn who you are, what distinguishes you from your competition, who your target audience or ideal consumer is, and what their pain points are. We can accomplish this by a short questionnaire that I can have you fill out or a brief communication between you and me. Sometimes, a quick view of your website is all I need. 2. Brand messaging: Next, I can create the content you need to convey the messaging you want created for your brand. Content that resonates with your targets will also likely position you as a trusted leader in your field and build trust with your readership. 3. Targeted SEO strategies: When I create content, I create it to appeal to consumers you want to convert into paying customers. But I also optimize the content for the search engines to increase your brand's visibility. Appearing more prominently on search engine pages means more users will discover your brand. 4. Client feedback: Once I finish creating your content, I submit it back to you. If you want any changes, I'm happy to make them. My goal is your 100% satisfaction. Happy clients make me happy! One of my longest-running clients' feedback stated, "A truly ideal contractor. Excellent performance in every way, shape, and form." I'd love to add you to my list of happy clients. Let's talk.
    Featured Skill Technical Editing
    Brand Identity
    Blog Content
    Website Content
    Social Media Strategy
    Press Release
    Medical Writing
    WordPress
    Content SEO
    Content Writing
    News Article
    Article Writing
    English
    Editing & Proofreading
    Search Engine Optimization
    Copywriting
  • $20 hourly
    • 4.9/5
    • (341 jobs)
    I am a top-notch professional Academic writing Tutor, with an impeccable versatility of helping students to master and implement the various techniques of writing quality and academically acceptable papers across multiple fields of study. I help my clients learn how to convey their scholarly thoughts in a logical, creative, engaging, and critically assertive way so that their final papers both scores the best grades and add value to the already existing body of knowledge -this is the essence of writing at a high institution of learning. My main objective is to give students individualized attention which they might not get in a classroom set-up, where instructors are required to attend to all students. Under these circumstances, teachers lack enough time to help students develop into independent researchers because of increased standardized tests, which often do not give students an opportunity of developing into critical consumers of literature in their field of study. I hold a Master's Degree in Computer Science. My 4 years of pursuing my Undergraduate Degree and the 3 years spent in pursuing my Master's Degree (included extensive research and writing of voluminous papers) helped me understand the challenges that students go through, especially if they do not have a dependable supervisor (often busy) to guide them in the research process. I will help students in need of a tutor to help them understand or explain the different aspects and rules of conducting research and crafting academically acceptable papers. Just like in a classroom learning environment, I will use sample papers to help you in writing and formatting your paper according to your university's preferred style of writing. I am a full-time tutor, hence I utilize my time well to guide you towards understanding the prerequisites of wiring a quality paper and answer any concern that you might have as you prepare to write your paper. I am always online for a timely response to my clients' emails and answering any questions regarding ways to improve your paper and score a better grade. I am interested in your academic excellence hence and I will guide you through your academic journey towards excellence. *As your tutor, I will guide you through:* 1. How to prepare an academic paper and proofread in APA, MLA, Chicago, IEEE, and Harvard among others. 2.How to write original papers or avoiding PLAGIARISM 3. How to manage your research process when writing your paper 4. The DO and DONTs in academic writing. OTHER SKILLS AND SERVICES 1. Probability and Statistics 2. Algebra 3. Financial Accounting 4. Economic Analysis
    Featured Skill Technical Editing
    Business Intelligence
    Microsoft Power BI Development
    Qualitative Research
    Online Research
    Quantitative Research
    APA Formatting
    Research Papers
    Content Writing
    Proofreading
    Secondary Research
    Essay Writing
    Scientific Literature Review
    Academic Research
    English Tutoring
  • $42 hourly
    • 5.0/5
    • (348 jobs)
    If you need someone who's reliable, communicative and committed to delivering exceptional work, then you've found the right profile. Here’s what to expect if you hire me for proofreading and editing: ✔️ Accuracy, clarity and attention to detail ✔️ Prompt and straightforward communication ✔️ A quick turnaround without compromising on quality Contact me and I'll ensure that your text is as perfect as possible. Isabelle Anne Abraham === SERVICE DESCRIPTION === 1. I'll first take a look at your document to determine which level of editing it requires: 🔸 Proofreading (polishing) Before your writing is published, it needs a final review—beyond a simple spellcheck. I’ll correct typographical errors (typos/misprints) as well as formatting errors in spacing, headings, page numbers, captions, table of contents, footnotes, etc. I'll double-check design elements, and if specified, I’ll also ensure that the text conforms to a style guide. 🔸 Light editing (adjusting) Also known as copy-editing, this is usually what most people require. I’ll correct spelling, grammar, punctuation and problems with syntax / sentence structure. I’ll also check for consistency in style and tone, making sure that the text is concise and flows smoothly. 🔸 Heavy editing (overhauling) Others refer to this as line editing, content editing or substantive editing. Whatever you want to call it, this includes any or all of the following: heavy editing, rewording and structural editing. I also check for ambiguities, repetitiveness, inappropriate diction, etc. Although I don't offer complete rewrites, I can rephrase where necessary—while maintaining your voice and keeping your target reader in mind. 2. Select a style guide to be applied to your text: • Associated Press Stylebook (AP 2017) • Chicago Manual of Style (CMoS 17th ed.) • In-house style guide (if you have one) • New Oxford Style Manual (2016) • Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association (APA 6th ed.) 3. Choose American English or British English. I've worked with both throughout my life, so either can be used for your specific audience. 4. Pick a platform on which you'd like me to work: • MS Word (using Track Changes if requested), Excel or PowerPoint • A basic text editor like Notepad • Google Docs (using Suggestions mode if requested) • Adobe Acrobat Reader (using the Comment tools) • Directly in your CMS (Google Sites, Squarespace, Weebly, Wix, WordPress) • Print, correct and scan (for an extra fee) === WORK TERMS === ◆ I'm available for up to 30 hours a week, including weekends. ◆ Urgent deadlines can be prioritized—preferably with advance notice. ◆ I can work on both short- and long-term projects, with individuals or teams. ◆ Confidentiality is guaranteed; I'm willing to sign an NDA before commencing the work. ◆ I prefer communicating through Upwork, email or online collaboration tools (Basecamp, Slack, Trello, Wrike, etc.). === PROOFREADING & EDITING BACKGROUND + PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE === I’m a native English speaker and have always been interested in the written word. I started editing in primary school, where a few classmates would pay me to check their homework before they submitted it to the teacher! I earned my Bachelor of Journalism from Rhodes University in South Africa, where I specialized in Writing & Editing, majored in English Literature, and took a course in English Language & Linguistics. Additionally, I was part of the campus newspaper's editorial team as a chief sub-editor and subsequently deputy editor-in-chief. Since then, I've collaborated with numerous authors, businesses and other professionals to make their writing as flawless as it can be. The variety of projects that I've worked on includes: • Flyers, brochures, emails and letters • Federal government bids and grant proposals • Academic papers (essays, dissertations, theses, etc.) • Scientific articles, technical reports and product manuals • Mobile apps, video scripts, online courses and card games • Legal documents such as contracts and patent applications • Ebooks, printed books (non-fiction) and children’s literature • Translations and texts written by non-native English speakers • Blogs, news articles, website content and marketing materials • CVs/resumes, cover letters, personal statements and LinkedIn profiles • Business plans & presentations, pitch decks, white papers and case studies === ADDITIONAL EDITORIAL SERVICES === • Content management: managing publishing schedules; assigning content to writers and providing them with feedback • Style guide development: creating an in-house style guide or improving/expanding an existing one • Search engine optimization in WordPress: adding sub-headings, titles, tags, image texts, meta description, focus keyword; improving SEO and Readability score • Writing: articles and blog content (with attribution) • Transcribing: verbatim or edited transcripts for a range of English accents
    Featured Skill Technical Editing
    Copywriting
    Proofreading
    Content Editing
    Academic Proofreading
    Editing & Proofreading
    Grammar
    Book Editing
    English
    Grammar & Syntax Review
    Academic Editing
    Business Editing
    Copy Editing
    Line Editing
  • $75 hourly
    • 5.0/5
    • (510 jobs)
    Hi there! I am an American Native English copy editor and proofreader whose work has been used in/by some of the world's: - ✅ Leading book publishers and news publications (Simon & Schuster, BBC News, Forbes) - ✅ High ranking academic journals and institutions (ASCE Library, The US Chamber of Commerce, AAAS) - ✅ Top businesses, brands, and websites (PetSmart, Netflix Originals, PILOT Inc.) and I'm very excited to bring your own writing to life! I provide you with masterful copy editing, error-free proofreading, and professional formatting - all on a fast turnaround time. With me, you can be sure you're getting the highest quality English editing on the market. 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. Through writing, we can tell powerful stories, captivate readers, and bring brand new ideas to life in vivid detail. This is where I come in, using my ability to help you as an author unlock your true potential, empowering you to reach out to your readers better than ever before. Each letter is essential, every pause is deliberate, and every period has a potential impact waiting to happen. I can't wait to show you just how excellent your writing can become! Some words from a few of my many happy clients: ⭐ - "Lindsey was EXCELLENT! I would highly recommend for any of your editing needs. Flexible, intelligent, highly skilled and all around a great person to work with!" ⭐ - "Lindsey did great work, my book went #1 in 12 Amazon Bestselling categories! and his finishing touches were a great investment!" ⭐ - "Lindsey is the quintessential editor. I could not recommend him more. Such a great guy to work with, very detailed, and eager to overdeliver. And overdeliver is what he did. You will not be disappointed by the level of skill and expertise he offers. One of the best people I've worked with here on Upwork." ⭐ - "I wish there were more stars to select. Lindsey is an AMAZING writer and editor. If you want your words to be up-level, hire Lindsey NOW. Thank you, Lindsey, for everything." ⭐ - "Lindsey is legit. He said he could tackle my problem editing with his xp and he most certainly did. Laid out his initial opinion and about the time it should take him then went to work. Not only was it effective, it was extremely prompt. If I ever need an editor again he will have first dibs. No question." ⭐ - "Always great working with Lindsey. Turnaround time is super quick and the work is high class." ⭐ - "I cannot say enough about Lindsey's ability to elevate my writing. If you want to communicate clearly and concisely, Lindsey is the writer and editor you need. Thank you again, Lindsey! :)" ⭐ - "As always, brilliant work. I can trust Lindsey with any writing project and know it will come back sounding and looking AMAZING!" Some examples of services I can provide, broken down by category: ACADEMIC: editing and proofreading, including paper, dissertation, thesis, essay, and research report revisions. APA 6 and 7, MLA, Harvard, and Chicago Manual of Style formatting are all specialties that I can easily handle! ADMISSIONS: School and university admissions essay help, MBA, job application, resume, and CV editing. Personal statements and statements of purpose. Whether you're on the job hunt, applying for residency, or tuning up your academic essay, I've got your back! AI: editing and bringing a human touch to enhance AI-generated writing BOOKS: fiction and non-fiction book editing and proofreading. Short story, epic novel, or autobiography BUSINESS: correspondence (including B2B), marketing material, and product text, as well as corporate websites, internal documents, email campaigns, content and news articles, sales, and newsletters CRYPTO and IOT: Bitcoin, cryptocurrency, blockchain, and IoT related content SCIENTIFIC and MEDICAL: Science and medical proofreading, copy editing, and fact-checking TECHNICAL: Technical editing of internal documentation, manuals, whitepapers, and reports WEBSITES: Website content editing and proofreading across all types of genres and design styles - AND MORE! (I'm also available on retainer for a small weekly fee! Ask me about my service plan!)
    Featured Skill Technical Editing
    Proofreading Feedback
    Content Editing
    Proofreading
    Web3
    Academic Proofreading
    Editing & Proofreading
    Blockchain
    Medical Editing
    Polish
    Business Editing
    Book Editing
    Line Editing
    Copy Editing
    Academic Editing
  • $50 hourly
    • 4.7/5
    • (173 jobs)
    Process mapping expert (Visio, Lucidchart, Google Draw, draw.io and yEd Graph Editor) with over 20 years of business experience in a broad array of roles: process management, user requirements gathering, systems and database design, and insurance claims analysis, among others. Technical writer and editor with an M.S. in Technical Communication and advanced Word, Excel, and HTML skills. Specializes in policies & procedures and user manuals.
    Featured Skill Technical Editing
    Process Flow Diagram
    Process Design
    Process Modeling
    Lucidchart
    Microsoft Word
    Microsoft Visio
    Fillable Form
    Flowchart
    Documentation
    Business Process Management
    Business Process Modeling
    Proofreading
    Technical Writing
  • $65 hourly
    • 5.0/5
    • (24 jobs)
    I have worked in software development for 15 years both as coder implementing backend (Java) and front technologies (HTML, CSS) as well as a software architect. I have been responsible for end user documentation for APIs as well requirements and design specifications. I've worked with various project stakeholders and clients to develop requirements and projects plans. I have worked with UX engineers to help refine designs and created mocks ups of wireframes, UML diagrams and other visual assets. When not working, I am a singer/songwriter. I have released multiple albums and perform regularly in the Bay Area. I maintain my own music publishing company and my own website as an artist. I have been writing creatively from a young age -- I was illustrating my own short stories as early as kindergarten and wrote the play for the student production my senior year of high school. I also paint with acrylics.
    Featured Skill Technical Editing
    Requirements Specification
    API Documentation
    Sequence Diagram
    SEO Writing
    Technical Writing
    XML
    Swagger
    Unified Modeling Language
    SQL
    Java
    CSS
    JavaScript
    HTML
  • $25 hourly
    • 5.0/5
    • (115 jobs)
    I am a scientific editor and proofreader with strong interdisciplinary training in many scientific fields. I am passionate about the English language and understand the high standards of scientific writing. Over the past 10 years, I have gained a wide range of expertise across multiple subjects. As a freelancer, I provide editorial services for authors, editors, and publishers. I have helped many clients with the composition, editing, and revision of their work, including journal articles, book chapters, master's theses, and doctoral dissertations. My diverse professional background and practical experience enable me to assist researchers in communicating more effectively. What really sets my service apart is that I don't just enjoy my work, I tend to live it. I work above and beyond to meet any deadline, to spot things out of the ordinary, to hunt down inconsistencies, and to improve ideas. Privacy and confidentiality are fundamental aspects of my work. What can I do for you? • Proofreading, editing, and formatting essays, papers, theses, and dissertations. • Writing medical and biological manuscripts. • Providing professional transcription. • Preparing and delivering academic presentations, lectures, and workshops. • Identifying plagiarized text and rewriting to reduce the plagiarism percentage • Copyediting and formatting manuscripts in accordance with various manuals of style such as APA, Chicago, Harvard, JAMA, Vancouver, MLA, AMA, OSCOLA, and IEEE. • Processing citations and references manually or using Endnote, Zotero, Citavi, and Mendeley.
    Featured Skill Technical Editing
    Academic Editing
    APA Formatting
    Medical Editing
    Academic Proofreading
    Scientific Research
    EndNote
    Citation Style
    Chicago Manual of Style
    Scientific Literature Review
  • $20 hourly
    • 5.0/5
    • (9 jobs)
    I am currently completing a Ph.D. in cultural analysis and have 5 years research and writing experience. Based in Johannesburg at the University of the Witwatersrand, I lecture in art history and cultural analysis and supervise honours and masters research papers. I am the co-editor of 3 books and have written several peer-reviewed journal articles on African art, contemporary South African art and culture. I also peer review for several academic journals. I am a pedantic editor who specialises in clarity and cogency of argument.
    Featured Skill Technical Editing
    Academic Writing
    History
    English
    Visual Art
    Research Papers
    Qualitative Research
  • $90 hourly
    • 5.0/5
    • (72 jobs)
    Top 1% Expert-Vetted Technical Content Writer who specializes in the development of B2B SaaS user manuals and guides, SOPs, and other technical documentation. I leverage my background in technical writing to craft polished assets that my clients love. Many tech companies need content to explain their solutions to their target markets but struggle to find talented writers to produce it. I create informative documentation through research and analysis so the general public understands the feats my clients are accomplishing in the technology industry. My proven track record of five star reviews and ability complete projects in a timely manner make me ideal for any company or business. My areas of focus include: 💠Technical Writing 💠 Content writing 💠 Research Schedule a discovery call to give me a more specific scope of work. After that, I'll reach out to you with a detailed proposal, timeline and project costs.
    Featured Skill Technical Editing
    Beta Testing
    SEO Content
    Training Materials
    Process Documentation
    Writing
    SEO Writing
    Instruction Manual
    Technical Documentation
    Canva
    Notion
    User Guide Writing
    Content Writing
    Article Writing
    Tutorial
    Technical Writing
  • $50 hourly
    • 5.0/5
    • (171 jobs)
    With a double major in English and science, I am uniquely prepared to edit and proofread technical writing, with an exceptional talent for making technical writing understandable to the general audience. I can (of course) proofread all other genres of websites, books, and blogs (as they are generally much easier than technical works!). My goal is to work with you, the author, to make your manuscript have the impact you envisioned when you began clicking the keys to turn your thoughts into digital media. I also excel at "Americanizing" content (making your document read like it was written by a native English speaker) for non-native English speakers--and clarifying the writing of anyone for whom writing is difficult. I have written blogs and websites, authored self-published non-fiction children's books, and edited websites, blogs, e-books, magazine and journal articles, and countless academic papers for publication. I am highly skilled in: - Communicating closely and in a timely manner with clients to complete work quickly and efficiently - Copy editing - Content editing - Proofreading - Combining work by numerous authors into one voice for consistency across a website - Maintaining the author's voice throughout all "ghostwriting" and revisions - "Americanizing" English - Revising text to include SEO keywords organically - Making a document sound (and look) professional by improving its style, content and formatting - Revising marketing and ad copy for greatest impact I am a "wordsmith"; I excel in arranging words so others can read and understand exactly what you are trying to tell them--and be motivated, enthralled, entertained, or interested (as applies) while they are reading. What qualifications do I have that make me the best person to help you? I have: - A Bachelor of Science in Education with a double major in English and science plus 20 hours towards my English master's degree - 30 years' experience proofreading papers as a secondary English/science teacher - 20 years' experience typing, proofreading and editing post-graduate dissertations, theses and research papers - 10 years’ experience producing marketing materials for a photography studio - 6 years' experience editing technical blogs, technical and educational books, and self-published biographies and self-help books - 5 years’ experience proofreading and editing technical manuals for oil field equipment - Written and self-published non-fiction children's picture books NOTE: Much of this experience is concurrent! I am equally comfortable with Track Changes in Word and Google Docs. I have (so far) completed all projects in the time frame promised, and I anticipate that you will be thrilled with your results. If you give me clear directions and information to work with, together we can produce the masterfully written content you envisioned when you began to write! Wendy Martindale
    Featured Skill Technical Editing
    Content Editing
    Copy Editing
    Book Editing
    Proofreading
    English
    Editing & Proofreading
    Blog Content
  • $25 hourly
    • 4.9/5
    • (292 jobs)
    I have a lifetime of experience working with words, from copy editing and proofreading work by junior high and high school students to writing standard sports reference books for major publishers. Now that I'm retired, I'm looking for occasional work with words to take advantage of my hard-earned skills and to supplement my Social Security income, so I'm not trying to make a fortune. I offer fast turnaround and close personal attention to any project you entrust to me.
    Featured Skill Technical Editing
    Proofreading
    Track Changes
    Content Management
    Citation Style
    Research Papers
    Copy Editing
    Academic Editing
    Book
    APA Formatting
    English
  • $60 hourly
    • 5.0/5
    • (148 jobs)
    The keys to our world are increasingly focused on scientific understanding and data analytics. My background in theoretical physics, technical writing, and data analysis has allowed me to help dozens of clients analyze and maximize their work for success today! From producing data analysis in python to solving physics or finance problems on a chalkboard to fine-tuning an extensive scientific paper in your field, I can methodically work through any project stage scientifically and technically to help you meet your goal! While I specialize in both tutoring and technical editing, my overarching focus is scientific analysis and communication. With my background across fields and experience working with clients in academic, business, and publishing settings, I can help with any problem you want to tackle! Personally, I hold a degree in Mathematical Physics from Brown University, am a Master's Candidate at the Technical University of Munich in Transportation Engineering, am published in high-energy supersymmetry, have taken extensive certifications in data analysisl I hope to hear from you soon!
    Featured Skill Technical Editing
    College & University
    Mathematics
    Physics
    Econometrics
    Content Writing
    Model Optimization
    Quantum Physics
    Physics Tutoring
    Data Interpretation
    Technical Writing
    LaTeX
    Microsoft Excel
    Editing & Proofreading
  • $75 hourly
    • 5.0/5
    • (412 jobs)
    I specialize in both academic and general editing, with a focus on refining AI-generated content to enhance clarity, coherence, and your original voice. With over 4,000 hours logged and 400 successful projects, I bring a wealth of experience to every document. My services include in-depth editing, APA 7th edition formatting, developmental editing, writing coaching, and SEO optimization. Whether you’re polishing an AI-assisted draft, refining academic research, or strengthening business communications, I will help you ensure your content is clear, compelling, and engaging. I’ll help make your writing flourish, whether it’s AI-assisted or entirely your own.
    Featured Skill Technical Editing
    Self-Help
    Fact-Checking
    Editing & Proofreading
    Writing
    Content Editing
    Blog Writing
    Microsoft Word
    Academic Editing
    Technical Writing
    Copy Editing
    Line Editing
    Developmental Editing
    Book Writing
    APA Formatting
  • $200 hourly
    • 4.9/5
    • (579 jobs)
    An Expert Vetted writer with a background in cybersecurity and engineering, I provide content that positively impacts client search visibility and sales. All writing is my own. I do not outsource, and I do not use AI to write content. My goal is to bring your content to standards for GEO (Generative Engine Optimization) and have your brand mentioned as a reference for Google Gemini, Copilot, or ChatGPT generative output. I do this by leveraging my own hands-on knowledge and incorporating it into your content. My knowledge brings subject matter expertise to your brand, making your content authoritative. My content increases organic traffic, user engagement and revenue for enterprise businesses including Microsoft, Adobe, Rackspace, CloudLinux, SolarWinds and IBM. I "speak" to CIOs, CTOs, CISOs, software engineers, and other technical people using my experience in the field, and I have the ability to engage executives with the buying power to purchase your products. I've helped numerous cybersecurity companies, software engineers, B2B businesses, SaaS developers, API developers, and other technical organizations improve their search engine rank and generate revenue. Client analytics show that my content drives traffic and customers to client products, and they see an increase in revenue directly from my content. I can work with your SEO research or work with my own. I have a SEMRush account to perform keyword research and generate ideas for your site. I keep my workflow flexible for my customers so that they can focus on marketing their products and let me handle the content. A few target industries where I've helped clients the most: - Cybersecurity. I explain to developers how to write code that isn't vulnerable to common exploits or generate search engine traffic by reporting on the latest zero-day. - API providers. I write code and content to explain to developers how your API can help them. - SaaS. My content explains to buyers how your SaaS application improves productivity, saves them money, and helps your customers build better products. - B2B. I explain how your products help businesses using technical blog content written for your average customer. I write content for: - Industry blog posts - Whitepapers - Technical documentation, mainly for API endpoints and SaaS - Copywriting and website content Topics I cover: - SaaS - Cybersecurity - Network engineering, network security - Information security, infrastructure security - Email security - Software engineering, software development, programming - NIST framework - Compliance including HIPAA and PCI Languages I work with: - .NET (C# and VB.NET) - Python - node.js - SQL - JavaScript - PHP - PowerShell
    Featured Skill Technical Editing
    Blog Content
    Website Content
    Content Strategy
    Information Technology
    Search Engine Optimization
    Technical Writing
    Information Security
    Network Security
    Technical Documentation
    Cloud Security
    Marketing
    Content Management
    Copywriting
    Content Writing
  • $50 hourly
    • 4.9/5
    • (77 jobs)
    FAST AND FURIOUSLY FUSSY! If you ^^are looking for help with spelling, grammar and style ^^need to convert AI or potentially plagiarized content ^^want to deliver a message that draws your audience in & provides relevant, important information ^^have to increase hits/subscriptions TRY ME! Many years in the Telecom/IT industry has allowed me to provide clear, concise and engaging documentation to a wide variety of clients in U.S., U.K., Australian and Canadian English. Translation from German to English also available. Rate negotiable based on Scope of Work. "Tanja, your writing and your knowledge were the difference between winning and losing this RFP! We are very grateful for your contribution!" Renato Silva, Global Sales, UNISYS "Thank you so much for your insight. … (it) is a thing of beauty" Robin Kingsmill, Senior Vice President, BMO Wealth Management - BMO Nesbitt Burns "Your write up is great! Thanks much Tanja, you are wonderful! We really like the write-up you did...the most powerful tool...Thanks for all your advice & expertise, we really appreciate you" Bob Bowers, Infinite Healing "Tanja has always provided excellent and accurate work for our practice, we highly recommend her." Ingo Muss, President, Freelance Accounting Services
    Featured Skill Technical Editing
    Tech & IT
    Content Writing
    Information Technology
    Technical Writing
    US English Dialect
    Website Content
    Proofreading
    Business Writing
    Editing & Proofreading
    Proposal Writing
    Nonfiction
    Newsletter Writing
    User Manual
  • $40 hourly
    • 5.0/5
    • (1,013 jobs)
    Hello and welcome to my profile. I’m an intuitive copy editor, a meticulous proofreader, an excellent copywriter and a thorough researcher. I’ve served as the final pair of eyes on books from a host of genres, as well as articles, blogs, website content, etc. intended for both general and academic audiences. My success at that work can be measured by the feedback I have received from many if not most of my clients, one of whom paid me a wonderful compliment by observing that "she makes you look good." That is, of course, the end goal of every copy editor. I am particularly careful to keep my clients informed throughout the course of each project, soliciting and incorporating their ideas and responding to their concerns to ensure their complete satisfaction with the finished product. A great deal of my work has involved theses and dissertations, especially those written using APA (7th edition) format. Throughout my freelance career, I have completed scores of projects for graduate and doctoral students from all over the world. One important proviso: I do light editing and substantial proofreading of academic work, but I take the concept of academic integrity very seriously. If you're looking for heavy editing, rewriting, or original writing, I cannot help you. I hope that we'll have an opportunity to work together.
    Featured Skill Technical Editing
    Literature Review
    Editing & Proofreading
    Error Detection
    Copy Editing
    Markup
    Research Papers
    Academic Proofreading
    Academic Editing
    APA Formatting
  • $25 hourly
    • 5.0/5
    • (141 jobs)
    Highly-experienced editor, with an expertise in "humanizing" AI-generated documents. I specialize in tech and business documents, though I also have experience in novels and other subjects.
    Featured Skill Technical Editing
    Academic Editing
    Editing & Proofreading
    White Paper
    Bash Programming
    Music Arrangement
    Writing
    Network Penetration Testing
    Computer Science
    Cybersecurity Management
    Python
    Java
  • $50 hourly
    • 5.0/5
    • (185 jobs)
    With 8+ years of experience, I have a sharp eye for detail and a passion for clarity. I love working with writers to refine their content, checking for technical correctness (grammar, spelling, punctuation, etc.) as well as overall structure and flow. Having worked with writers from around the world, I am particularly experienced at ensuring that content sounds like natural (human!) English. I've worked with a variety of clients across several industries and formats, so whether your piece needs a quick extra set of eyes or a thorough overhaul, I'm sure I can help. Editing in US or UK English. Fluent in AP, APA, MLA, and Oxford styles.
    Featured Skill Technical Editing
    Editing & Proofreading
    Proofreading
    Writing
    Resume
    Line Editing
    English
    Copy Editing
  • $40 hourly
    • 5.0/5
    • (136 jobs)
    I have more than twenty years of experience as a proofreader and editor. I have an excellent command of the English language and work well under tight deadlines. I have considerable experience in performing research, and specialize in editing English translations of foreign language materials and texts written by non-native speakers. I am especially interested in doing work on fiction and nonfiction books. I have a passion for genealogy, family history, and local history, and would love the opportunity to be involved in a project in those fields.
    Featured Skill Technical Editing
    Proofreading
    LaTeX
    Genealogy
    Academic Editing
    Copy Editing
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