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Cindy M.

Houston, Texas

$50/hr
4.7
17 jobs

Bilingual writer and editor (English and Spanish) based in Houston, Texas. If you need content that ranks and still reads clean, I can help. Clients hire me for writing that is clear, specific, and ready to publish, not generic “marketing copy.” What I write most often: - Blog posts and articles (evergreen, news-style, listicles, thought leadership) - Website copy (home pages, service pages, landing pages, about pages) - Email (newsletters, welcome sequences, promos, outreach) - Social content (LinkedIn posts, threads, captions, short scripts) - Press releases, bios, and brand assets - Edits and rewrites (tighten structure, fix flow, improve clarity and tone) What you get when we work together: - A clean structure (strong hook, clear sections, headings that make sense) - Research that holds up, with citations when appropriate - SEO handled the right way (titles, H2s, internal link suggestions, no keyword stuffing) - A draft that matches your voice, plus revisions that actually improve the piece If you already have a rough draft, notes, or even an AI draft, send it. I can rewrite it in your voice, cut the fluff, and make it feel natural and credible. Tools when needed: Ahrefs, Semrush, SurferSEO, WordPress (Yoast or RankMath). Plagiarism checks: Copyscape and Originality.ai. AI detector note (only if needed): If your team runs AI detectors, tell me up front. I can tailor for that, but detector-optimized drafts often read flatter than the best publish-quality version. Best way to start: send the topic or page, who it is for, and what you want the reader to do. I will reply with a quick plan and turnaround time.

  • Writing
  • Article Writing
  • Blog Content
  • Blog Writing
  • Content Writing
  • Copywriting
  • SEO Writing
  • Yoast SEO
  • Email Copywriting
  • Sales Writing
  • Website Copywriting
  • Sales Copywriting
  • Jarvis
  • Website Content
  • Elementor
  • SEO Content
  • WordPress
Ade A.

Houston, Texas

$60/hr
5.0
115 jobs

Unlock the full potential of your website with high-impact, keyword-rich content that drives free organic traffic and converts visitors into loyal customers. As a seasoned freelance SEO writer and content marketing specialist, I know exactly what your project needs to climb Google’s rankings—and keep you ahead of the competition. Why Hire Me? SEO Copywriting Expertise: • Deep experience with keyword research, on-page SEO, and white-hat SEO tactics • Crafting optimised blog posts, landing pages, product descriptions, and website copy • Proficient in tools like Ahrefs, SEMrush, and Google Analytics Conversion-Driven Content: • Engaging articles and sales pages that turn readers into paying customers • Clear calls-to-action, persuasive storytelling, and strategic formatting Dependable & Deadline-Focused: • 100% on-time delivery—even under tight timelines • Transparent communication and professional project management Affordable, Results-Oriented Rates: • Competitive pricing tailored to your budget • Flexible packages for one-off projects or ongoing content marketing services My Process Discovery & Keyword Strategy We discuss your goals and target audience, then perform comprehensive keyword research to identify high-ROI search terms—such as “hire SEO writer,” “best SEO copywriter,” “blog writing services,” and “website content specialist.” Content Creation & Optimization I draft compelling, original copy and optimize headings, meta tags, and internal links to maximize on-page SEO impact. Review & Revision You receive a draft with editable margin comments; I incorporate your feedback until you’re 100% satisfied. Performance Monitoring Optional six-month content maintenance plan to track rankings, refine keywords, and ensure sustained traffic growth. Ready to grow your organic traffic and boost conversions? Let’s get started! Click “Invite” or message me now to discuss your SEO content needs and receive a custom quote.

  • Article Writing
  • Content Writing
  • Health & Fitness
  • Article Spinning
Brandon S.

Houston, Texas

$30/hr
4.8
64 jobs

ABOUT ME Brandon Sams is an experienced perspective journalist and writer with a concentration in digital media through management, copy-editing, writing and content production. His work focuses on popular culture, socio-cultural critiques and political analyses. He prides himself as a chameleon able to adjust to any situation and problem-solver with skills honed through three years of managerial experience. ABOUT YOU Communication is the key to success. How can one hope to enrapture a client base if they don’t understand what’s being presented to them? Tailoring your message to the specific audiences you wish to captivate, either online or in more traditional styles, is important. What makes sense to you or someone in your field may not work on a 1:1 basis with people outside of your expertise or from a different milieu. My purpose is to help nurture more universally accessible copy, per your specific requests, while preserving the specific voice you’ve cultivated. Language is so much more complex than lacing words together and hoping they make sense. If it were that simple, this site wouldn’t exist. Compelling, persuasive writing is like a creative science. There’s a skeletal structure to it and, more importantly, there’s a rhythmic flow that takes time, skill and dedication to both perceive and master. Enlist me to join your team and you will add an ambitious partner with a knack for consistency and quality work. You will not be disappointed in the results.

  • Article Writing
  • Blog Writing
  • Content Writing
  • Creative Writing
  • Proofreading
  • SEO Writing
  • Copy Editing
  • Press Release
  • English
  • Newsletter Writing
  • Social Media Marketing
  • Report Writing
  • US English Dialect
  • AP Style Writing
Brandon H.

Houston, Texas

$120/hr
5.0
172 jobs

You want to: ✅ Develop the perfect message ✅ Reach your target audience ✅ Compel them to take action That's where this trusted copywriter comes into play. Over the past 15 years, notable brands such as Verizon Media, NASA, and MD Anderson—along with numerous SMBs across multiple industries—have trusted me to strategize and craft the perfect curation of words to achieve the results they were seeking. What kind of results? ⇊ I've helped by clients by: 🏅 Garnering ~$750,000 in program funding for a NASA internal IT incubator by delivering an extensive, compelling report of nearly 40 high-impact agency projects funded across the U.S. 🏅 Increasing revenue by 30% year over year (despite a 6% lower open rate) for a software developer’s sales launch of its companion product by devising tailored email marketing copy 🏅 Growing avg monthly organic sessions by 50% (+3,000) & 1st-page Google SERP rankings 80% (+107) of property tax firm's website by taking unique ideation, SME interviewing, and writing approaches 🏅 Achieving 95 1st-page Google SERP rankings + several #1-#3 spots for a SaaS client’s target keywords through insight-filled, reader- and skimmer-friendly, SEO-infused article content 🏅 Jump-starting a consulting firm's lead generation efforts from 0 to 13 B2B leads in just a few days by crafting enticing ad and landing page copy and lead magnet content 🏅 Enabling 100+ crew members to operate and maintain $1M+ drilling equipment, avoiding personal injury and extending equipment life And I can do the same for your business. How? It's in my approach. I like to say I'm a thinker first 🧠 and copywriter second 🖊️ because creating compelling copy requires a heck of a lot of thought. After all, words have a significant impact on the way people think and perceive the world around them—from products and services to people and relationships—which naturally influences the actions they take. Understanding this psychology, and combining it with the ability to immerse myself in the audience, is how I create compelling copy that speaks directly your ideal client's needs and desires. And that copy inspires happy clients to share feedback like this... ⇊ ❝Brandon is our most trusted copywriter. We trust him with our biggest, most important copy requests and he delivers each time. Not only is he a talented writer and easy to work with, but his copy converts. You really can't ask for more in a writer and we look forward to working with him again.❞ - Email campaign manager, business software company | Project: Copywriting for email marketing | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ❝Working with Brandon was a great experience! He has a super positive attitude and was easy to collaborate with. He wrote excellent copy and hit the tone and message we were going for perfectly. Highly recommend!❞ - VP of project management, software development agency | Project: Copywriting for SaaS product landing page | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ❝If you want to be told you're the best, Brandon might not be your ideal expert. However, if you want to *be* the best, there is no better option. Do not hesitate. [He] is the real deal.❞ - Founder, admissions essay editing company | Project: Web copy for 6-page website | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ❝Brandon was wonderful to work with. I was impressed with how quickly he grasped [our] industry and was able to ask intelligent questions that made the final product outstanding.❞ - Director of marketing, payments consulting firm | Project: Content writing for convincing case study | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ❝Brandon is one of the best freelancers I have had the opportunity to work with and would highly recommend. Since our first call, he has been extremely responsive, timely in his submissions and thoughtful in his [outreach] to our clients.❞ - Project manager, financial services information company | Project: Copywriting for fintech company profiles | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ There are more than 100 other examples of happy clients (just check my work history), but we both know you're convinced if you've made it this far, right? Right. So here's my call to action for you... ⇊ Don't take the unnecessary chance on someone who's just a "good writer" because they're cheaper. It WILL cost you, financially and mentally. Make sure you're partnering with an experienced, successful copywriter who knows how to develop the perfect message, every time—and deliver ON time. ⏰ So if you're ready to... ✅ STOP scrolling through copy & paste Upwork proposals ✅ STOP throwing away your limited budget on words that don't move the needle ✅ STOP hiring overextended copywriters who deliver work that's late and, frankly, mid Then work with me. It'll be the BEST marketing decision you make this year, I promise. 👋🏽 Invite me to your project. ✉️ Send me a message. 😮 Or just make me an offer if you're really gutsy.

  • Article Writing
  • Blog Writing
  • Content Writing
  • Copywriting
  • Technical Writing
  • Content Strategy
  • Content Marketing
  • Sales Writing
  • Landing Page
  • Sales Copy
  • Sales Copywriting
  • Lead Magnet
  • White Paper Writing
  • Email Copywriting
  • Website Copywriting
Benjamin P.

Houston, Texas

$33/hr
4.7
34 jobs

I’m a professional travel writer, content creator, and author with firsthand experience in more than 80 countries across all seven continents. My work combines engaging storytelling with practical, reader-focused information, making complex destinations and travel topics accessible, informative, and entertaining. I have produced travel articles, destination guides, blog content, video scripts, and promotional materials for tourism and travel-related businesses, including years of work creating content for global travel platforms. As the author of Wisdom in Your Carry-On, a reflective travel book exploring lessons learned through decades of travel, I bring a unique perspective that blends expertise, authenticity, and compelling storytelling to every project.

  • Article Writing
  • Blog Content
  • Blog Writing
  • Content Writing
  • Creative Writing
  • SEO Writing
  • Website Content
  • Photography
  • English
  • Travel & Hospitality
  • Travel Writing
  • Humor Writing
Maliya L.

Houston, Texas

$20/hr
5.0
4 jobs

I’m a creative writer and Canva designer specializing in clean, organized content and aesthetic digital products. With a background in English and ELA teaching, I’m skilled at breaking down information, refining tone, and creating writing that feels clear, engaging, and easy to follow. On the design side, I create editable Canva templates for planners, journals, workbooks, guides, and digital downloads. My style leans minimalist, soft‑aesthetic, and brand‑focused — perfect for coaches, educators, lifestyle brands, and small businesses who want polished, professional templates without spending hours designing them. Whether you need content written from scratch or beautiful layouts for your digital products, I bring a detail‑driven approach, strong communication, and a calm, reliable workflow. My goal is to help you present your ideas with clarity, style, and purpose..

  • Writing
  • Content Writing
  • Creative Writing
  • Proofreading
  • Fiction Writing
  • Microsoft Word
  • Canva
  • Digital Design
  • Ebook Formatting
  • Printable File
  • Branding & Marketing
  • Editable Template

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