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Boity M.

Delareyville, South Africa

$5/hr
5.0
1 jobs

I am a skilled freelance content writer with a passion for creating clear, engaging, and results-driven content. I specialize in writing articles, blog posts, website content, product descriptions, and marketing copy that connects with audiences and strengthens brand voice. With strong research skills and attention to detail, I deliver well-structured, original, and SEO-friendly content tailored to client needs. I value professionalism, meeting deadlines, and open communication, ensuring every project is handled with care and precision. Whether you need informative, persuasive, or creative content, I am committed to delivering high-quality writing that adds value and helps your business grow.

  • Blog Writing
  • Translation
  • Filipino
  • Russian
  • English Tutoring
  • Mexican Spanish Dialect
  • Spanish to English Translation
  • Microsoft Word
  • Southern American English Accent
  • Blog Commenting
Jana Louise S.

Jeffreys Bay, South Africa

$20/hr
5.0
38 jobs

I’m an experienced content writer and editor specializing in rewriting, polishing, and humanising AI-generated content so it reads naturally, clearly, and authentically. I also create original, fully human-written content when clients need a fresh voice from scratch. With years of professional writing experience — including work as a traditionally published author (Simon & Schuster) — I bring a strong editorial eye, reliability, and a deep respect for deadlines. I help clients improve clarity, tone, and engagement while maintaining accuracy and brand voice. I’m comfortable working across a wide range of content types, including: - Blog posts and long-form articles - Website and landing page copy - Product descriptions - SEO-focused rewrites and updates - Content editing and refinement I’m experienced with tools such as Google Docs, Trello, Slack, Canva, HubSpot, and SurferSEO, and I work efficiently both independently and within teams. If you need clear, well-structured, human-written content — or someone who can make AI-generated text actually read well — I’d be happy to help.

  • Article Writing
  • Blog Writing
  • Copywriting
  • Ghostwriting
  • Administrative Support
Penny S.

Cape Town, South Africa

$40/hr
4.9
459 jobs

I am a professional writer with vast and varied experience. I have written countless newspaper and magazine articles and written and produced many books. I have prepared and circulated press releases, done copywriting for brochures, adverts and packaging, and have written college books and study guides. Since joining Elance (now Upwork) in April 2009, I have written numerous articles, SEO web content and blog posts. I have written ebooks, and have done research, editing, proofreading and indexing jobs. I excel in providing good quality, effective web content. My interests and expertise are varied, as my resume shows. And I have a huge amount of experience that enables me to work for employers all over the world. I welcome new challenges. I have a Bachelor of Social Science degree with majors in English, Social Anthropology, Comparative African Government, and Economic History. I also studied sociology, psychology, and social work. The books I have written relate mostly to home decorating, home improvement, DIY, and home construction. I have also written several books about horses. All of these were published in hard copy and sold in reputable bookshops, and many have been available via Amazon. The college books and courses I have written range from plumbing, concrete work, and welding, to landscaping, photography, and child care. I am a keen gardener and love doing creative crafts. I enjoy cooking and take an active interest in everything health related. I walk regularly and have completed many half marathons. What can I do for you?

  • Writing
  • Article
  • Blog Writing
  • SEO Writing
  • Editing & Proofreading
  • Online Writing
  • Online Research
  • Report Writing
  • Digital Photography
  • News Writing
Jenny F.

East London, South Africa

$17/hr
5.0
248 jobs

I am a native English speaker with a Bachelor of Commerce and a Master's in Business Leadership. I have nine years of experience in writing, editing, and quality-checking written content, from research papers to marketing content and web pages. 25 years of experience in Inventory Management, Project Management, and General Management have equipped me with the technical skills and knowledge to produce plausible technical writing. I have more AI experience than most, having trained large language models over several years. The result is the ability to combine the best of human skill and AI input to produce high-quality content.

  • Article Writing
  • Blog Content
  • Content Writing
  • Copywriting
  • Proofreading
  • SEO Writing
  • Search Engine Optimization
  • Content Editing
  • English
  • Content Creation
  • Editing & Proofreading
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Research Papers
  • AI Content Creation
  • AI Content Editing
Theresa Lynn J.

Cape Town, South Africa

$20/hr
5.0
5 jobs

I’m a writer who cares about more than just getting words on a page ... I care about what those words do for people. I’ve worked across SEO articles, lifestyle writing, news content, and sports, and what I’ve learned through it all is simple: good writing isn’t just clear; it’s felt. It lands. It connects. Sometimes it stays with someone longer than they expect it to. I’m especially drawn to taking messy or overwhelming ideas and shaping them into something calm, readable, and human. Writing that feels easy to understand, easy to trust, and easy to connect with, never stiff, never overly polished, just real. At the heart of it, I always write with people in mind. The reader on the other side of the screen who might need clarity, reassurance, direction, or just a moment of “I get that.” That’s who I’m writing for every time. If you’re looking for a writer who brings warmth, clarity, and a grounded, human approach to storytelling—with coffee close by and a real love for turning ideas into writing that feels alive—I’d love to work with you.

  • Writing
  • Content Writing
  • Creative Writing
  • Ghostwriting
  • SEO Writing
  • Professional Tone
  • Business Writing
  • Voice Talent
  • Canva
  • WordPress
  • Slack
  • Sports Writing
  • News Writing
  • Journalism Writing
  • Lifestyle
  • Health & Fitness
  • SEO Strategy
  • SEO Keyword Research
Keren V.

Hillcrest, South Africa

$9/hr
4.6
1 jobs

Hey there, I am a freelance content writer and a TEFL English teacher from South Africa looking for writing opportunities. I have experience as a freelance content writer on a variety of different topics, including: - Health and lifestyle - Online gambling - Pet care - Travel - Food In addition, I have SEO experience in long and short-form content writing. All my work is edited to be publish-ready upon submission.

  • Writing
  • Article Writing
  • Blog Content
  • Blog Writing
  • Content Writing
  • Topic Research
  • Editing & Proofreading
  • SEO Content
  • SEO Keyword Research
  • Niche Research
  • English Tutoring
  • English
  • Content Editing

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