GOVERNMENT RFP EXPERT / GRANT WRITER / TECHNICAL WRITER / GHOSTWRITER. You have found the one-stop shop for all your writing needs! I am a creative, adept, and detail-oriented proposal and grant writer, technical writer, ghostwriter, and editor with decades of experience and a broad (and deep!) skill set, including:
- UNMATCHED expertise (more than a DECADE of experience) in GOVERNMENT RFPs and more broadly in proposal and grant writing, editing, and project management in response to both corporate and government RFPs and corporate and government grant opportunities.
- A proven track record in proposal and grant writing, with many of my proposals having resulted in 8- and 9-figure contracts.
- Extensive experience translating complex technical and regulatory concepts into clear, concise, and compelling content.
- Top quality ghostwriting and book editing, including having ghostwritten a USA TODAY AND WALL STREET JOURNAL BESTSELLING book.
- Experience writing for a variety of other content needs, including sales/investor pitch decks, website content, marketing collateral, professional bios and resumes, and more!
The specific experience and skills I will bring to your project include:
- Acted as Advisor in the Proposals department at Fortune #4 CVS Health
- Have completed more the 120 proposal projects, many under tight deadlines, for a variety of industries, including healthcare, IT, logistics, and food service
- Managed many types of RFPs, including corporate, state and local governments, federal government contractors, union groups, and private employers
- Skilled at interpreting technical information gathered from subject matter experts into accurate and compelling proposal content. Know how to ask the right questions in order to properly convey your value proposition
- Ghostwriting and book editing experience, including having ghostwritten a USA Today and Wall Street Journal bestselling book
- Extensive experience with Microsoft Office suite, including Microsoft Office Specialist certification in Excel.
I look forward to finding out how I can harness my creativity and years of experience to meet all of your writing needs!
Proofreading
Proposal Writing
Technical Writing
Creative Writing
Editing & Proofreading
Ghostwriting
Business Proposal Writing
Business Writing
Proposal
Government Procurement
Government & Public Sector
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Angela M.
Forest Park, Illinois
$10/hr
4.6
13 jobs
Your manuscript deserves more than a quick polish. It deserves an expert in ghostwriting, copy editing, and proofreading who understands story, structure, and reader experience from beginning to end.
I help authors turn rough ideas into compelling books through professional ghostwriting, copy editing, and proofreading, ensuring every manuscript is clear, engaging, and ready for publication. Whether you're working on a novel, ebook, romance story, or nonfiction book, I bring strong creative writing and fiction writing expertise to every project.
From big-picture improvements to final polish, I provide developmental editing, line editing, copy editing, and proofreading tailored to your goals. My process ensures your writing flows naturally, your message is clear, and your manuscript connects with readers.
For authors who need full support, my ghostwriting services cover ebook writing, book writing, short story writing, and storytelling across fiction and nonfiction. I focus on delivering high-quality writing that feels authentic, structured, and market-ready.
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- ๐๐ช๐ค๐ต๐ช๐ฐ๐ฏ ๐ธ๐ณ๐ช๐ต๐ช๐ฏ๐จ (๐ช๐ฏ๐ค๐ญ๐ถ๐ฅ๐ช๐ฏ๐จ ๐ณ๐ฐ๐ฎ๐ข๐ฏ๐ค๐ฆ ๐ข๐ฏ๐ฅ ๐ฏ๐ฐ๐ท๐ฆ๐ญ๐ด)
- ๐๐ฐ๐ฏ๐ง๐ช๐ค๐ต๐ช๐ฐ๐ฏ ๐ฃ๐ฐ๐ฐ๐ฌ๐ด ๐ข๐ฏ๐ฅ ๐ฆ๐ฃ๐ฐ๐ฐ๐ฌ๐ด
- ๐๐ฐ๐ฏ๐ต๐ฆ๐ฏ๐ต ๐ธ๐ณ๐ช๐ต๐ช๐ฏ๐จ ๐ข๐ฏ๐ฅ ๐ด๐ต๐ฐ๐ณ๐บ๐ต๐ฆ๐ญ๐ญ๐ช๐ฏ๐จ ๐ฑ๐ณ๐ฐ๐ซ๐ฆ๐ค๐ต๐ด
My expertise in ghostwriting, copy editing, and proofreading ensures your manuscript is not only well-written but professionally refined and ready for readers. If you're preparing for Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP) or any self-publishing platform, I help position your book or ebook for success through precise copy editing and proofreading and engaging ghostwriting where needed.
๐๐๐๐ ๐ ๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐:
โข Ghostwriting
โข Fiction Writing & Creative Writing
โข Ebook Writing & Book Writing
โข Developmental Editing
โข Line Editing
โข Copy Editing
โข Proofreading
โข Content Writing
โข Beta Reading
Clients value my work for clarity, consistency, and a collaborative process that makes ghostwriting, copy editing, and proofreading smooth and stress-free. I take time to understand your goals, audience, and vision before working on your writing. If you need a professional who can handle ghostwriting, copy editing, and proofreading with precision while elevating your creative writing, fiction writing, novel, or ebook, Iโm ready to help.
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Ghostwriting | Creative Writing | Fiction Writing | Writing | Content Writing | Copywriting | Storytelling | Fiction | Novel | Book Writing | Short Story Writing | Romance | Drama | Ebook | Ebook Writing | Ebook Design | Kindle Direct Publishing | Book | Editing & Proofreading | Proofreading | Developmental Editing | Line Editing | Copy Editing | Beta Reading | Manuscript Editing | Nonfiction | Financial Writing | Legal Writing | Science Writing | Education | English | Marketing Strategy | Market Research
Creative Writing
Ghostwriting
Fiction Writing
Writing
Ebook Writing
Fiction
Short Story Writing
Content Writing
Proofreading
Nonfiction
Book Writing
Editing & Proofreading
Ebook Design
Copy Editing
Beta Reading
Romance Writing
Ebook
Contemporary Romance
Book Blurb
Business Editing
Michael T.
Chicago, Illinois
$50/hr
5.0
94 jobs
I am a scientist at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital with a Ph.D. in neuroscience. I'm a highly skilled writer and editor, exemplified through an extensive history of academic publications in peer-reviewed journals and experience serving as a review editor for several high-impact journals. I provide proofreading and editing services for both academic and non-academic texts. I also provide straightforward feedback to help enhance the overall quality of your document and ensure it is ready for submission or publication.
As a quick communicator with an attention to detail, I can provide you with a positive experience and improve your document to a standard that meets your expectations.
Citation Style
Report Writing
Essay Writing
Science Tutoring
Proofreading
Writing
English
Human Science
Academic Editing
Grant Writing
Natasha B.
Chicago, Illinois
$90/hr
4.8
20 jobs
Upwork Expert-Vetted IT Consultant with over 10 years of experience across consulting firms (IBM, Accenture), privately held and publicly traded corporations, startups (VC-funded and solopreneurs), and the public sector (federal and state agencies).
I help organizations build AI-enabled SaaS and custom applications through Agile and Scrum delivery (CSM), stakeholder alignment, and technical requirements, ensuring on-time delivery and long-term business value.
Experience includes delivering a $750K U.S. Air Force platform featured in Popular Science's pre-release coverage, creating a $450k multi-year software development proposal to sustain a startup's business engagement, and building multiple knowledge bases for audiences ranging from 30 to 35k+.
Previous Roles: Level II Help Desk/Business Analyst, Application Developer/Test Engineer, Project Management Analyst, Technical Writer, Functional Analyst, Systems Analyst, Product Analyst, Product Manager, Technical Product Manager, AI/ML Technical Product Manager, Program Manager, and Business Solutions Lead
Agile Software Development
Scrum
Jira
Asana
Product Management
Product Roadmap
Technical Analysis
Technical Documentation
Business Analysis
User Stories
UX & UI
Quality Assurance
Data Analysis
Business Process Modeling
Help Desk Software
Zachary B.
Berwyn, Illinois
$100/hr
5.0
12 jobs
An experienced and highly motivated cinematographer and editor with experience in various roles on projects all over the map, including branded videos, documentary videography, live-action shorts, and event coverage. A great collaborator with a strong eye for detail and organization of both artistic and logistical requirements, as well as technical skills to create exciting and engaging productions for different target audiences
Video Production
Adobe After Effects
Academic Editing
Management Skills
Business Management
Customer Service
Data Management
Photography
Real Estate
Construction
Drone
Social Media Content
Social Media Website
Audio Effects
Adobe Photoshop
Ali R.
Chicago, Illinois
$75/hr
4.9
70 jobs
๐ธ $150๐ + ๐ถ๐ป ๐ณ๐๐ป๐ฑ๐ถ๐ป๐ด ๐ฟ๐ฎ๐ถ๐๐ฒ๐ฑ, via financial models, business plans & investor decks
๐ Fractional CFO & financial consultant
๐ 250+ Websites Built (Wordpress & Shopify)
๐ PPC/SEO + funnels tied to CAC/LTV
๐ Published author | 500+ articles & investor communications
๐ Business Owner ๐ด๐ฒ๐ป๐ฒ๐ฟ๐ฎ๐๐ถ๐ป๐ด $160,000 MRR
๐ Purdue | Oklahoma State | Cambridge
๐ Lived on 3 continents, traveled to 40+ countries.
Explore my portfolio and samples below, to view the full range of my services and expertise!
Iโm a seasoned business financial consultant and published author (Misogyny Across Global Media, Rowman & LittleField) with a proven track record of guiding ventures to sustainable growth. Across my three successful companies, Iโve led sales and marketing strategies that secured millions in revenue, crafted impactful pitch decks, and helped raise $150M+ in funding. I also won a monetary prize at Missouri Startup Weekend, pitching to high-profile CEOs from Zapier, Equipmentshare, and HeliumVR. From targeted digital social media marketing, SEO, and lead generation to comprehensive business planning, my efforts have consistently driven measurable growth and boosted brand recognition.
As an author, I also write eBooks, blogs, articles, investor letters, press releases, and business plans. My writing experience crosses technical & creative boundaries, being a published author writing about social causes, but also business & finance.
๐ Education
1. BSc in Finance, Purdue University
2. Minor Computer Science, Oklahoma State University
3. International Studies, University of Cambridge, England
๐ My Services
1: Creative & Technical Writing: As a published author, I excel at articulating complex ideas clearly and persuasively. Business Writing, CopyWriting, GhostWriting, Ebooks, Document Preparation all fall within my area of expertise.
2: Financial Modeling & Projections: Developing detailed financial models to forecast revenue, expenses, and cash flow.
3: Business Plans Consulting: Crafting customized, investor-focused business plans. Highlighting market opportunities, financial viability, and growth strategies.
4: Sales & Marketing: Developing & executing sales strategies that drive revenue growth. Crafting social media & PPC marketing campaigns that enhance brand visibility & customer engagement. Implementing SEO, sales & business development and lead generation techniques.
5: Pitch Presentation Design: Engaging, investor-ready pitch decks. Integrating financials, strategic insights, & key metrics to capture investor interest.
6: Content Creation for Marketing, that drives engagement and builds brand identity. This includes graphic design, video editing, and logo design
๐ผ Work Experience
1: As an executive of Byte Advisory, I lead a multidisciplinary team specializing in Business & Financial Consulting, Social Media Marketing, and Web & Mobile Development.
2: I also founded Software Solution International, a company specializing in Trademark Registrations and Ebooks, set to achieve $1 million in revenue in 2024.
3. Published Author: Misogyny Across Global Media, Published by Rowman & Littlefield
Being a published author showcases my ability to engage with diverse audiences. My writing experience extends to nearly every industry, emphasizing my versatility.
4. Previously, as a Senior Financial Analyst at ACV, a multinational holding company operating across the US, the UK, Dubai and Europe, I spearheaded global financial strategies. Collaborating directly with founders, executives, and management teams, I transformed complex consolidated financial data into actionable insights that aligned business operations with financial goals.
5. Additionally, I took on the role of Project Manager, overseeing the development of internal systems to track KPIs & enhance operational efficiency. My key differentiator is my holistic approachโI donโt just deliver numbers; I provide clarity & structure to businesses. I currently serve as an independent Consultant to ACV, to aid in business growth, & sales strategy.
6. For years, Iโve successfully bridged finance & technology. Years ago, as the Director of Investments at an innovative Regulation D Startup Investment Fund, I co-led teams across UI/UX design, software engineering, and data analysis to gather & assess millions of data points, across several data sets. We stress-tested our product with more than two decades of historical data, benchmarking it against inflation, the S&P 500, Gold, and Treasury Bonds. Our efforts were recognized when we won a monetary prize at Missouri Startup Weekend. We successfully pitched to high-profile CEOs from companies like Equipmentshare, Zappier, and HeliumVR.
I've successfully helped businesses secure funding, optimize operations, and achieve significant growth. I bridge the gap between complex financial analysis, strategic implementation, and effective communication.
๐ค Letโs Connect
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Pitch Deck
Financial Modeling
Financial Consulting
Financial Analysis & Valuation
Startup Consulting
Finance & Accounting
Management Consulting
Business Development
Business Writing
WordPress Website
PPC Campaign Setup & Management
Social Media Marketing
Technical Writing
Marketing Automation
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