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Taita W

@taitaweldon

Academic Writer, Editor and Research Consultant

Kenya
English, Swahili
About me
You’ve done the hard part. The research is done, the data is crunched, and the words are on the page. But something feels… off. Maybe the flow is clunky, maybe you’re second-guessing a section, or maybe your advisor just hit you with a "This is good, but needs work." That’s where I step in. I don’t believe in blowing smoke. I’m not here to tell you your draft is perfect when it isn’t. I’m here to help you fix it. If you need a partner who treats your work with the same respect you do, you’re in the right place.... Read more

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Academic Writing Revision
I will do copy editing and academic editing

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Work experience

Upwork

Upwork

Freelance • 8 yrs 2 mos

Freelance Academic Writer, Editor & Research Consultant

Jun 2017 - Jul 20236 yrs 1 mo

Delivered comprehensive copy editing, line editing, and proofreading services for 250+ clients across academia, publishing, and business, maintaining a 95% job success score and top- rated status. Edit and polish academic dissertations, theses, and journal manuscripts, ensuring strict adherence to style guides (APA, Chicago, MLA) and enhancing argument clarity, data presentation, and scholarly tone. Provide developmental editing for fiction and non-fiction manuscripts, including novels and children’s books, focusing on narrative coherence, character consistency, and audience engagement.

Copywriter and Marketing Specialist

Apr 2021 - Apr 20221 yr

Executed data-driven content marketing campaigns, including SEO-optimized articles, landing pages, and email sequences, increasing client sales by 250% and achieving first-page Google rankings. Created high-conversion ad copy, product descriptions, and sales letters across digital platforms, boosting click-through rates by 300% and enhancing brand engagement. Produced lead-nurturing assets such as eBooks, newsletters, and webinar scripts, establishing thought leadership and driving sustained audience growth.

Business and Technical Writer

Feb 2019 - Mar 20201 yr 1 mo

Authored investor-ready business proposals and white papers that secured over $1 million in startup funding for clients by clearly communicating value propositions and market opportunities. Produced comprehensive user manuals, process documentation, and technical guides for software and hardware products, improving user adoption and reducing support inquiries. Developed case studies and internal reports for cross-functional teams, synthesizing data into strategic insights to support decision-making and stakeholder communication.