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Brenda B.

Lakewood, California

$75/hr
5.0
55 jobs

I’m a Southern California-based writer and content strategist specializing in business, technology, SaaS, WordPress, ecommerce, and B2B topics. I create blog posts, website copy, landing pages, SEO content, marketing plans, and content strategies for agencies, startups, and established brands.

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  • Blog Content
  • Blog Writing
  • Content Writing
  • Copywriting
  • SEO Writing
  • Marketing Strategy
  • Search Engine Optimization
  • Social Media Marketing
  • News Writing
  • English
  • WordPress
  • Marketing
Richard A.

Los Angeles, California

$85/hr
5.0
386 jobs

As a seasoned Comedy Writer with over 20 years of diverse joke, script, and copywriting experience, I have a proven track record of finding the humor in any subject. Whether you need to punch up a script, deliver a toast, or make your webpage pop, I can customize funny to fit your needs.

  • Writing
  • Content Writing
  • Copywriting
  • Creative Writing
  • Script
  • Comedy
  • Comedy Writing
  • Joke
  • Humor Writing
  • Video Commercial
  • Humor
  • Movie
  • Screenwriting
  • Scriptwriting
  • Speeches
Shaiel B.

Los Angeles, California

$45/hr
5.0
201 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.

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

Marina del Rey, California

$75/hr
5.0
73 jobs

Top-Rated Upwork Copywriter Turning Your Expertise Into Traffic That Converts | B2B Content Pro | SaaS Content | Forbes and Inc. Ghostwriter I write SEO-powered content that earns you money by attracting qualified traffic to your website. That's it. 💥 PROVEN B2B COPYWRITER WITH 8+ YEARS OF TRAFFIC-DRIVING RESULTS 💥 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Rebecca is detail-oriented, adaptable, and consistently delivers polished, well-researched content. It's been a pleasure working with her, and I highly recommend her for any content needs." ~ Nicole Alicea, CEO Brand NV ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "I feel very lucky to have found a true world-class copywriter. Rebecca wrote an awesome mission statement for my About Us page. Looking forward to working with her again soon." ~ Chae T. No, Marketing Director - Proven SEO content writing techniques that launch your services to the top of search results - Helped WhatIsMyIPAddress scale traffic from 3M to 13M unique monthly visitors in under 3 years - Created BorderBuddy page featured in Unbounce "Best Landing Page Examples" ranking page 1 Google - Currently ghostwrite for 2 Forbes Council members publishing in INC. and Forbes - Microsoft Content Studio veteran - trusted by enterprise teams to create email flows, landing pages, and SEO articles - StoryBrand Trained - I make complex ideas crystal clear with simple, powerful storytelling that drives action - Craft BrandScripts, voice and tone guidelines, and conversion audits that give your entire team a clear, consistent messaging foundation - Identify what's costing you conversions -- then fix it -- with website copy audits and rewrites rooted in consumer psychology and StoryBrand strategy - Fix flat, AI-generated copy by restoring the voice, nuance, and humanity that makes readers trust you Whether you're looking for B2B blogs that establish thought leadership or website copy with a heavy pinch of convincing sales power, that’s my jam! With experience managing the entire content funnel, from keyword research to conversion optimization, I work directly with C-suite executives and decision-makers to create content that drives qualified leads and positions you as the obvious industry expert. With my expertise, you'll lock in: - Human-powered copy 100% of the time - Expert-level research skills, even in complex B2B niches (I've written for everything from finance, personal development, health and wellness, cybersecurity to DEI, landscaping, and legal) - DEEP SEO and AEO (Answer Engine Optimization) copywriting knowledge -- I've driven millions in organic traffic growth - StoryBrand framework crafting messaging that removes friction, builds trust, and boosts conversions - Page-one rankings for competitive B2B keywords with content that's wholly unique My specialty is B2B content writing that works for you and generates you actual returns. I'm not about flowery, robotic language, and I don't give you filler. I'm not a bot in disguise, and I won't fill your content with “nuanced landscapes of digital marketing" ! I never plagiarize, and I never outsource. I'm just a great B2B writer who gets stuff done, is obsessed with SEO, AEO, and understands the power of a well-written sentence in making your customers click. Want to work with me? If you can see my profile, I have some availability. Send me a message with your website, and we can jump on a call & get to work. Portfolio: RebeccaCullenWriter

  • Article Writing
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  • Content Writing
  • Copywriting
  • Creative Writing
  • Ghostwriting
  • Proofreading
  • SEO Writing
  • Ebook
  • Storytelling
  • Corporate Brand Identity
  • B2B Marketing
  • Content Marketing
  • Business Writing
  • Email Marketing
Randi S.

West Hills, California

$45/hr
4.9
3,904 jobs

Human-Powered Web Copy and Content that Converts Good copy isn’t just about selling. 
It’s about connecting... helping people see the value in what you offer and why it matters to them. I’m a copywriter who helps brands find the right words to express who they are, what they do, and why it matters, in a way that feels genuine, natural, and effective. My goal is simple: to make your message clear, engaging, and persuasive without sounding pushy or over the top. As a Top-Rated Plus writer on UpWork for 14 years with hundreds of 5-star ratings and testimonials, I have worked with global brands, Fortune 500 companies, startups, entrepreneurs, marketing agencies, and more, supporting the great work they do with engaging copy that speaks to their audience’s pain points, drives meaningful connections, and converts. I specialize in marketing content of all kinds and can provide samples of each on request: Blogs and articles White papers Lead magnets Case studies Landing pages Sales copy Web copy Artificial intelligence optimization (AIO) My approach: Curiosity first. I start by understanding your audience, your goals, and what sets you apart. Clarity over cleverness. The best copy is simple, honest, and human. Collaboration always. You know your business best. I help you translate that insight into words that resonate.
 Let’s make your message shine.
 If you’re looking for copy that feels natural, thoughtful, and true to your brand, let’s talk.

  • Article Writing
  • Blog Content
  • Blog Writing
  • Content Writing
  • Ebook Writing
  • Landing Page
  • Sales Writing
  • Website Content
  • Lead Magnet
  • Blog
  • Thought Leadership Content
  • Artificial Intelligence
Jared N.

Los Angeles, California

$80/hr
5.0
641 jobs

If you're looking to draw in an audience with comedy or have your content really pop, look no further! I'm a trained comedy writer with over a decade of professional experience. I've written Funny Or Die originals, worked in house as a video writer at College Humor, The Disney Channel and Conde Nast, programmed content for a top YouTube channel (The Fine Brothers) and have written humor articles for The New Yorker and McSweeney's. I've also run a production company that focused on branded and commercial work. I consulted on the original Dollar Shave Club video that propelled the company from start-up to billion dollar valuation. As well as being Top-Rated, I have an Expert-Vetted badge -- awarded to the top 1% on the platform. I take my job seriously, work fast, and dedicate my full energy to making sure the best and funniest material is on the page.

  • Copywriting
  • Video Editing
  • Film Production
  • Comics
  • Humor Writing
  • Copy Editing
  • Comedy
  • Final Draft
  • Scriptwriting
  • TV Screenplay
  • Ad Copy
  • Video Production

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