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I am a proofreader, editor, and virtual assistant.
Looking to work for an agency or a long-term position where I can assist with administrative duties.
However, I am available for any project that requires attention to detail.
You can send me any file that needs to be organized, re-formatted, edited, or proofread.
I can correct grammar, look for sentence-structure issues, and provide more clarity throughout your texts.
Content I can fact-check, organize, or edit is listed below, but is not limited to it.
Message me so we can discuss your needs:
✅Canva Projects
✅Word Documents
✅Books and Magazines
✅Emails and Newsletters
✅Estate Records
I can write product descriptions and reword, rewrite, and repurpose content.
💻 I offer virtual assistance services to help you complete tasks you don't have time for.
Delegate repetitive tasks to me, and I will keep them going for you.
✅ When I edit, I read through the content, check it with Grammarly, and read the words out loud to ensure they flow.
I can use Microsoft Word markups and edit in red to show the changes I make, and so we don't overlook anything.
I correct typos, and sentences are easily readable when proofread by me.
✅ When I write, I always check if it makes sense and has fluidity. I focus on the aesthetics of my work and how it appeals to the targeted audience to drive traffic to the primary source (my client).
I develop articles and emails with great information and details that explain the subject effectively.
I can easily research with AI, have it break down the topic, and explain any topic.
I'm proficient at making projects look good and sound good before publication. If we used AI, I would make sure the writing sounds human, not robotic.
I am flexible if you want to change what I have written, created, or edited for you. I can always incorporate constructive feedback.
Collaboration and helping you get important tasks done are my key goals.
✅ Proficient with Canva, Trello, Slack, Loom, SubMagic, ConvertKit, Buffer, Asana, Atlassian, Chat GPT, Gemini AI, Microsoft CoPilot, Grammarly.
My credentials:
✅ Certification in Media Communications from Full Sail University
✅ Current student at Strayer University
Graduation for my Bachelor's in Cybersecurity 2028
✅ Test out Certifications:
IT Fundamentals Pro
PC Pro
✨ 6+ years of writing and proofreading experience.
Talk soon, I reply pretty quickly!
United States
$40/hr
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"Melissa is amazing! She edited my work wonderfully. She has a great eye for small grammatical errors, and the ability to rework complete sentences and sections so they are clean, clear and effective. I highly recommend her work . . ."
--Karlee
I like to let my clients' feedback speak for itself. As a well-rounded, experienced editor and proofreader, I have the tools to make your written words flawless!
Melissa P.
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$35/hr
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I'm an Australian editor, writer, and certified proofreader with broad experience and high standards. I blend natural creativity with academic rigour.
I offer you developmental editing and copy editing as well as final proofreading. From blogs to books—especially books, I am your secret sauce!
I write for a growing subscriber network regularly on Substack (Sarah Newton-John) and for clients on topics that I care about.
I am a member of the Chartered Institute of Editing and Proofreading (UK) where I participate in ongoing professional development.
I will significantly raise the quality and impact of your writing. If you are using AI, I bring humanity to the content.
I am (hopefully)—your new hire—and here, in a nutshell, are some more good reasons why:
In an eclectic 30-year in-house career in Sydney and London, I held various roles in magazine, newspaper, and book publishing, settling in the medical sector, with editorial work a constant thread.
I am a qualified librarian who worked in a newspaper library; then my career took a different direction. I have proofread dozens of medical textbooks for the global science publisher, Elsevier since 2008. Medical content is a constant and current theme in my career.
I have experience writing news articles, blogs, social media posts, and newsletters.
I copy edit books, two medical journals, reports, academic papers, and social media posts.
I am familiar with SEO and have experience with WordPress, Yoast, SurferSEO, and Dibbly. I often humanize AI-generated text and do not utilize the technology in my creative output unless you ask me to.
Let me know your brief, and I will roll up my sleeves!
Warm regards,
Sarah :)
Sarah N.
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$75/hr
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I am a qualified and experienced Copyeditor/Proofreader and senior Business Consultant, with excellent written and spoken English.
Excellent Editing & Proofreading skills (see my client feedback)
Excellent written and spoken (British) English (see my test scores)
Excellent Presentation writing skills
I have extensive experience of editing a range of material, including scientific papers, theses, eBooks, nonfiction (especially Business topics) and poetry.
I have edited more than 30 published titles, including work published by OUP, CUP, Wiley, Palgrave Macmillan and SAGE (scientific journals).
I am a Professional Member of the Chartered Institute of Editors and Proofreaders (CiEP - previously the SfEP), the UK's professional body.
I have authored and edited a wide range of Business documents including Annual Reports, Prospectuses, Business Plans and Proposal submissions.
I am also a professional Business Analyst / IT Consultant specialising in Customer Value Management. I have extensive experience developing Business Cases, RFPs and Project Plans.
Career highlights:
- ex McKinsey & Co.
- Set up and CTO of $10m Business/IT Consulting company
- ex Cambridge University (MA in Theoretical Physics)
Chris C.
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United Kingdom
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Fiction & Nonfiction Editor | Developmental Edits, Line Edits & Proofreading | SEO & AI Content Specialist
Hi, I’m Hannah—a professional editor with over 10 years of experience working across fiction, nonfiction, and high-volume SEO content.
I help authors, businesses, and agencies turn rough drafts into clear, polished, publication-ready writing while preserving their voice, tone, and intent.
Alongside editing books (both traditionally published and self-published), I’ve spent the past few years working with a SEO companies, editing large volumes of content on a weekly basis, including AI-assisted writing. This means I bring both creative editorial skill and speed, consistency, and reliability to every project.
Services I Offer
* Developmental Editing (structure, pacing, big-picture feedback)
* Line & Copy Editing (clarity, flow, sentence-level refinement)
* Proofreading (final polish: grammar, punctuation, consistency)
* Manuscript Critiques (structured editorial reports)
* SEO & AI Content Editing (blogs, articles, long-form content)
My Approach
* Strengthen clarity, flow, and readability
* Preserve your unique voice and tone
* Identify repetition, inconsistencies, and logic gaps
* Deliver clean, consistent, professional content
I don’t over-edit or rewrite unnecessarily. I refine what’s already there so your writing feels natural, engaging, and effortless to read.
Experience Highlights
* Editing high-volume SEO content
* Experience with AI-assisted writing workflows
* Editing full-length fiction and nonfiction manuscripts
* Comfortable working across multiple styles, tones, and audiences
* Strong understanding of both creative storytelling and structured content
Tools & Workflow
* Microsoft Word (Track Changes)
* Google Docs
* PDF markup
* Used to structured workflows, deadlines, and content management systems
What You Can Expect
* Clear, professional communication
* Respect for your voice and goals
* Consistent, high-quality editing
* Reliable turnaround times
If you’re looking for an editor who combines attention to detail with a strong understanding of both storytelling and content strategy, I’d love to work with you!
Hannah L.
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United States
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I am a top rated editor and it's my job to help you connect with your reader. I enjoy eliminating errors and producing a compelling, clean copy. I am experienced with Chicago Manual of Style editing guidelines. My editing skills apply to a broad range of writing.
I have edited fiction (action thriller novels), history (Slavery in Lowcountry South Carolina), religion (biblical teaching), engineering (internet security), business ( internet marketing), self-help (Living with Bell's Palsy), web pages (product marketing) and academic work (political science dissertation).
My writing, publishing and editing experience includes over twelve years as a freelance copy editor and proofreader and over ten years producing engineering documentation at Xerox .
Contact me to make your books, academic papers or web pages a delight for your readers.
Al B.
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OPEN TO NEW CLIENTS. Even if the online badge is off. KDP specialist. Editor. Proofreader. Professional handbook formatting.
I work promptly and am always willing to go the extra mile for my clients. I have experience editing and proofreading for spelling, grammar, punctuation, and formatting for Kindle or other publishing platforms.
I do not use AI in my work and decline to work on projects done with it.
I am also highly experienced in line editing for clarity and continuity and an experienced beta reader who can provide detailed feedback for an author. I am an experienced Word user and always work with "Track Changes." I also format handbooks. I do not do plagiarism checks.
My experience includes Academic proofreading, editing, formatting, and knowledge of the Chicago Manual of Style, Turabian, MLA, and even Harvard and Vancouver referencing styles. I'm reasonable in price and timing.
I want to provide the most constructive feedback a client could ask for and improve the clarity and conciseness of the project I am working on. Please remember that ANY edit or proof always needs at least two rounds. NO ONE can/will catch everything in the first round, therefore, all of my projects include a second proof.
Please do not ask me to connect via Telegram or outside the platform.
To see an example of my work, from editing and proofreading to formatting for publishing via KDP (print and ebook) please check out the books in my profile and portfolio. I look forward to helping you!
Lili Marlene B.
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United States
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Hi there! My name is Grace, and I am a full-time English and Creative Writing professor at a private college in Florida, part-time freelance editor, and writer in my free time. Although I stay busy, I am always looking for new ways to expand my skill sets and broaden my marketability here on Upwork. As a professor in my field, I am knowledgeable in both academic/research style writing, as well as creative writing. I have been editing and proofreading freelance for over six years now and am also well-versed in most areas of this kind of work.
Besides all that, I am married and have one son, who is a huge reason for my wanting to be the best person I can be. I also am biracial (Malaysian Chinese and American-Caucasian) and partially fluent in Mandarin, as I grew up in Malaysia.
Please message me if you are in need of a proofreader or editor who is willing, efficient, and capable. :)
Grace C.
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I have a 15-year experience in editing and proofreading and I am a native English speaker. I have studied literature and I am a literature professor.
I use Track Changes so you will see the changes made. I will provide you both the Track Changes file and a clean copy as well.
I am a professional writer, proofreader and editor. I have proofread and edited more than 5.000 projects within my 15 years of experience. I always check the documents extremely carefully for :
typos,
spelling mistakes,
grammar mistakes or any inconsistencies and generally anything needed to deliver a high-quality text that sounds native.
I am also an English teacher. I am an English translator with over 15 years of experience so I always deliver perfectly written documents. I guarantee high - quality work. I can start working immediately and it will be finished ASAP.
Diathesopoulos D.
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United States
$35/hr
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Amplify your message. Polish your prose. Impress your audience.
I’m trusted by a #1 Amazon bestselling author and global business clients to elevate their writing and make every word count.
With 15+ years of experience editing everything from novels to RFPs, I bring a rare mix of editorial precision, strategic thinking, and project management savvy to every job. I’ve worked with Fortune 500 companies, award-winning authors, and high-achieving freelancers who want feedback they can actually use.
What I Deliver:
✅ Meaningful, thoughtful, and actionable feedback
✅ Flawless grammar, punctuation, and style
✅ Clear, compelling writing that’s tailored to your audience
✅ Alignment with your voice, tone, and brand
✅ Professional communication and on-time delivery
Services
✅ Developmental Editing | Copy Editing | Proofreading
✅ Style Guide Design + Brand Voice Alignment
✅ Business Editing: RFPs, Thought Leadership, Internal Comms, Reports
✅ Manuscript Edits, Beta Reading, Critiques
✅ Freelancer Mentoring: Deliver Better Work, Get Booked More
Client Feedback Highlights
✅ “Robyn is exceptional. She did the work requested on-time and went above and beyond in delivering her work.”
✅ “WOW, Robyn—I only got to page 28 and I am blown away. I had on idea how good, not good, [SIC] AWESOME you are at editing.”
✅ “I just wanted to say that I appreciate your work because I learn something new each time and that is magical.”
✅ “I WANT you to be a part of this! Thank you so much for identifying my key concerns and addressing them.:
Tools & Style Experience
Chicago Manual of Style | AP Style | APA 7
Microsoft Word (Track Changes), PDFs, Google Docs, Apple Pages
Experience designing and maintaining client-specific style guides
I became a freelance editor and proofreader to amplify authors’ voices and help them reach their audiences. Let’s collaborate to make your writing everything you dreamed it to be.
📩 Message me to get started!
Robyn W.
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