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David S.

Ridgecrest, California

$75/hr
5.0
11 jobs

๐Ÿ”ง Technical Writer | Computer Engineer | 13+ Years of Experience I turn complex technical concepts into documentation that your users will actually understand. With a background in computer engineering and over thirteen years of technical writing experience, I bridge the gap between developers and end users. I don't just write docs. I build the kind of clear, structured content that reduces support tickets and helps people succeed with your product. My background in engineering and technical writing helps me quickly understand complex systems and translate them into clear, practical documentation. I collaborate effectively with stakeholders, including project managers, executives, developers, and engineers, to deliver accurate, comprehensive results. ๐Ÿ“„ What I Create: โ†’ Complete Help Centers & Knowledge Bases for SaaS Platforms โ†’ API Documentation โ†’ Quick Start & User Guides โ†’ Professional System & Product Manuals โ†’ Video Certification Programs ๐Ÿ› ๏ธ Why Clients Choose Me: โœ… Engineer + Writer = I understand your product at a technical level and can explain it simply to non-technical users. โœ… My approach focuses on guiding users to the correct outcomes through clear instructions, detailed screenshots, and engaging formatting. โœ… I collaborate closely with stakeholders to define requirements and scope. I also reach out to developers and support teams to add helpful insight into every article. โœ… I actively seek client input to ensure accuracy, and I integrate all feedback before publishing. If updates are needed after publishing, I address them within 24 hours. โœ… I have a proven track record on Upwork with several long-term contracts and satisfied clients. ๐Ÿ’ฌ Whether you need a single user guide or a full documentation site from scratch, let's talk about how I can enhance your technical content. Message me to get started!

  • Technical Writing
  • Instruction Manual
  • Technical Documentation
  • User Manual
  • Adobe Acrobat
  • Google Docs
  • Software Documentation
  • Microsoft Word
  • White Paper
  • API Documentation
  • English
  • WordPress Website Design
  • WordPress
  • Notion
  • Writing
  • Knowledge Management
Shaiel B.

Los Angeles, California

$45/hr
5.0
191 jobs

If you need anything written in the fields of history, politics, international relations, or sports: give me a shot. I'm a Top-notch academic writer and editor with a Ph.D. and several peer-reviewed publications. UCLA trained. I was a journalist for two decades. Have two best-selling Amazon ebooks and am constantly working on my skills to give my clients the highest quality outcomes.

  • Academic Proofreading
  • Essay Writing
  • Policy Writing
  • Creative Writing
  • Speech Writing
  • International Relations
  • Search Engine Optimization
  • Research Papers
  • US English Dialect
Jana S.

Monterey Park, California

$50/hr
5.0
176 jobs

Jana Sosnowski holds Master of Science in educational psychology and instructional technology, She spent the past 14 years in education, primarily in the secondary classroom teaching English and journalism. Sosnowski has also worked as a curriculum and training writer for a math remediation program, several test preparation programs and pilot and flight attendant training for a major airline. A traditional instructional designer, she is trained in ADDIE and backward design. She can develop trainings ranging from HR and onboarding to technical guides and implementation. She is comfortable with the full scope of instructional design from storyboard to SME interview to content build. She is proficient in PowerPoint, iSpring, Camtasia and Articulate Rise. She has intermediate experience in Captivate and Articulate 360. She understands SCORM creation and has not met an LMS that she couldn't work with. Through professional experiences, she has hands-on experience with project management and is able to assist with course and content development from ideation to QA and completion. Over the past 15 years, she has developed a strong network of ID professionals can call pull together a team to assist with a project of any size. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in print journalism from the University of Southern California and will always consider her first love to be writing.

  • Technical Writing
  • Compliance Training
  • Instructional Design
  • Employee Onboarding
  • iSpring
  • Articulate Rise
  • Training & Development
  • Educational Technology
  • Elearning
  • Writing
  • Learning Management System
  • Training
  • Curriculum Development
  • Project Management
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
Abbey M.

Los Angeles, California

$50/hr
4.8
375 jobs

๐—–๐—ฅ๐—˜๐—”๐—ง๐—œ๐—ฉ๐—˜ ๐—ฃ๐—ฅ๐—ข๐—๐—˜๐—–๐—ง ๐— ๐—”๐—ก๐—”๐—š๐—˜๐—ฅ | Content Management, Systems Management Iโ€™m a creative project manager with 13+ years of experience leading content operations, managing workflows, and supporting founders, CEOs, and creative teams behind the scenes. Iโ€™ve worked across industries from fashion and publishing to tech and digital marketing. Specializing in content management and strategy, including overseeing WordPress publishing pipelines, planning editorial calendars, managing freelancers in Slack and Asana, and turning moving parts into a working system. I'm comfortable jumping into just about any toolโ€”Notion, Airtable, Trello, ClickUp, WordPress, you name itโ€”and Iโ€™m always looking for smart, creative ways to simplify systems. I type 120+ WPM, pick things up fast, and genuinely enjoy helping people stay clear, focused, and ahead of schedule. Using project management and research skills, I also work as a virtual assistant (VA) to help high-end solopreneurs and small business owners so that they can focus on growth instead of day-to-day details. I keep it simple: Good projects. Great people. Lots of planning. Continuous workflow management. ๐—›๐—œ๐—š๐—›-๐—ฉ๐—”๐—Ÿ๐—จ๐—˜ ๐—–๐—ข๐—ฃ๐—ฌ๐—ช๐—ฅ๐—œ๐—ง๐—˜๐—ฅ | Copywriting, Ghostwriting I like my copy like I like my coffee: strong, smooth, and with a little bit of bite. โ˜•๏ธ I write copy that feels clean, strategic, and sharp, without sounding like a sales robot. I work with founders, creative teams, and growing brands to shape messaging that makes sense from the inside out. That means your brand voice and story are dialed in across every touchpoint: website copy, blog posts, newsletters, email flows, LinkedIn thought leadership, professional bios, speeches, course scripts, and webinar content, internal SOPs, onboarding documents, sales decks, brand guidelines, pitch decks, product descriptions, FAQ pages, case studies, lead magnets, press releases, and investor materials. Niche? Iโ€™ve written for healthcare, technical Saas start-ups, and other detailed industries where clarity and accuracy matter as much as tone does. Iโ€™m a strong researcher and naturally curious, which means Iโ€™m confident writing across a wide range of industries, including pet care, veterinary, dental, digital marketing, branding, fashion, forestry, fitness, coworking spaces, construction, and real estate. ๐—ฃ๐—ข๐——๐—–๐—”๐—ฆ๐—ง ๐—–๐—ข๐—ก๐—ฆ๐—จ๐—Ÿ๐—ง๐—”๐—ก๐—ง | Strategy, Editing, Production, Systems, Workflow Iโ€™m a podcast consultant and behind-the-scenes (aka ghost) producer who helps creators, coaches, brands, and entertainment pros like filmmakers, writers, performers, and comedians launch, manage, and run their shows. Bring your voice, your vision, your spark. Iโ€™ll manage the moving parts, production flow, scheduling, and freelancers, so your podcast runs like a well-oiled machine. Specializing in full podcast workflow: launch planning, episode scheduling, guest coordination, script prep, editing, post-production, uploading, show notes, and everything in between. I also help streamline systems, build SOPs, and keep your production process organized using tools like Google Drive, Notion, Trello, Libsyn, Blubrry, and Simplecast. As a ๐Ÿ‘ป ghost producer, I work without credit (donโ€™t worry, Iโ€™ve got my own shows where I take the spotlight!) and focus fully on giving you a smooth, polished process that supports your voice, vision, and goals.

  • Ghostwriting
  • Email Communication
  • Article Writing
  • Copywriting
  • Content Management
  • Blog Writing
  • WordPress
  • Content Writing
  • Project Management Professional
  • Podcast Production
  • Podcast Show Notes
  • Project Management Support
  • Sales Copywriting
  • Project Management
  • Report Writing
  • SEO Writing
  • Podcast Writing
  • Digital Project Management
  • AI Writing Generator
  • Digital Marketing Materials
Scott O.

Santa Barbara, California

$75/hr
4.8
48 jobs

The number one request that I see for content is to translate complex concepts into more accessible, understandable language. I have over 25 years of experience at doing just that. I have provided successful, easy-to-read and SEO-friendly content in many forms: ad copy; white papers; eBooks; PowerPoint, symposium papers, technology product descriptions and so on. I even authored a monthly newsletter for 15 years, and wrote three chapters of an engineering textbook for high school students. If you are looking for an experienced, reliable writer who can write about everything from humanoid robots, to machine vision systems, smart grids, the latest in recycling, and the rise of hydrogen as a clean fuel, then Iโ€™ve got the experience and talent you need for the job. The content you present is a reflection of your company. Make sure your written documents truly reflect who you are. First impressions matter and clean, understandable and well-organized content sends a message of how your company operates. Donโ€™t sell yourself short. Let my experience in content creation be the voice that your customers and prospects hear. If you even think you might benefit from a professional, experienced content provider, then reach out to me. A consultation costs nothing but can make a world of a difference to engagement with your target audience.

  • Technical Writing
  • Instruction Manual
  • Technical Case Study
  • Technical Editing
  • English
  • Editing & Proofreading
  • Proofreading
  • Qualitative Research
  • Article Writing
  • Marketing
  • Writing
  • Copywriting
  • Copy Editing
  • Content Writing
Alexander A.

Newport Beach, California

$57/hr
5.0
102 jobs

IT, AV, Design, Podcasts, Livestreams / Broadcasts, & Teaching! OBS Studio MASTER, flexible across Mac and PC, and have successfully troubleshooted hundreds of system issues. Happy to help you learn how to make your own videos, run your own streams, and avoid technical difficulties. I also lead a dream-team of software engineers, developers, and programmers. I am a weak coder. More of a decoder ;) I focus on design, content production, and communication. Tons of knowledge that I love to share. Thank you!

  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Graphic Design
  • Presentation Design
  • Voice Acting
  • Video Production
  • Male Voice
  • Logo Design
  • Voice-Over
  • Scriptwriting
  • Video Editing
  • Research & Development
  • Live Stream Customization
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Live Streaming Setup
  • Voice-Over Recording

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