Take the worry out of writing by using Shenandoah Writing Services to polish your documents. A professional editor and proofreader can put the finishing touches on communications to send the exact message you have in mind.
Editing Rates
Rate Per Page
US $12.60
Rate Per Word
US $0.04
Rate Per Hour
US $49.00
NOTE: these rates are not set in stone and are only an average for this editor. The actual rate applicable to your document will depend on the depth of the edit, the quality of the writing, the topic matter, the proximity of the deadline, the length of the document and several other factors.
With more than 18 years of experience in writing, editing and proofreading, I offer you my diverse experience in writing styles and polishing techniques. My research skills include data collection using multiple sources and skillful distillation of information.
Skills and Expertise
Writing: Engaging, informative text created from client-provided notes and research. Alternatively, thorough research along with captivating text developed from the topic and specifics of a client’s project.
Editing: Content or manuscript editing for clarity and consistency, readability, word choice, verb tense, grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors. I continually strive to preserve the author's voice and suggest rearranging or rewriting sections only to improve the overall readability of the text.
Proofreading: Documents marked and errors in spelling, capitalization, grammar and punctuation corrected. I suggest changes to improve readability and ease transitions.
Experience and Qualifications
I began my writing career as a civilian Intelligence Specialist conducting comprehensive debriefing of sources. I wrote extensive Intelligence Information Reports based on my analysis of information gained. National intelligence consumers gave my reports multiple High-Value evaluations for the impressive level of technical detail, exceptional overall content and timeliness in meeting critical intelligence requirements. Concurrently, throughout 19 years as a Naval Reserve Intelligence Officer I have prepared and edited extensive written intelligence reports and briefs following in-depth analysis.
As a result of the varied skills developed over almost two decades, I was invited to join the staff of Madison magazine as a writer and editor. I conduct research or interviews to create feature articles, captions and news items for James Madison University's quarterly magazine. Responsibility for editing and proofreading articles written by student interns and freelance writers has been turned over to me, as has editing and proofreading newsletters, articles and other university communication pieces.
Shenandoah Writing Services launched in February 2006. I now help national and international clients take the worry out of writing by crafting web content, articles, reviews, profiles and other content, and by skillfully editing or proofreading their existing manuscript or document. I offer in-depth reviews and specialize in spotting the tiny errors that can mar an otherwise pristine document.
Contact Information
To find out how I can help you take the worry out of writing, get in touch.
Recent Clients
Writing
Black Box Leadership, Utah—wrote a testimonial on the book “9 Secret Ways How Effective Leaders Use the Law of Attraction”
Competitive Edge Tennis Academy, N.J.—created content for “About Us” web page
Extreme Exposure Media, Va.—wrote persuasive article about web content, developed web content for invitingspaces.com, edited award nomination package, and developed keyword variable articles for use in multi-city web content project
Halterman Karate Studio, Harrisonburg, Va.—created paragraph on “Bully Bustin’” program, edited flyers and brochure
Metadesc, online—wrote 25 keyword articles on prostate cancer
Sara Tharakan, www.sarasmexico.com—wrote articles reviewing luxury resorts in Mexico
Will Murphy, Utah—wrote press release and two articles on the e-book “Tomorrow’s Trends”
Editing/proofreading
Bridge Management, Australia—edited and proofread two manuals, one handout and one survey for “Coaching in the Classroom”
E-Commerce International, Australia—edited e-book “Read and Grow Rich”
Jonathan Fleming, Calif.—edited article and blog entry on real estate
JurisTech, Calif.—edited and updated personal profile
Kyle Hawke, Kan.—edited technical paper on Open Innovation
Naval Criminal Investigative Service Headquarters, Washington, D.C.—edited two classified Annual Reports on Counterintelligence and Counterterrorism while on active Naval Reserve duty
Rocky Hill Stables, Va.—edited Horse Assisted Leadership Training manual
Will Murphy, Utah—edited 300-page e-book “Tomorrow’s Trends”
Research
Australian Strategic Policy Institute, Australia—researched factors driving defense industry consolidation, response of various countries of interest in restructuring their defense procurement processes, and projections of the structure of the international defense marketplace in the next 10-30 years
NEC International, online—researched websites offering college information tailored for high school students
Walktall International, Australia—researched list of articles/e-books on public speaking and presentation skills
Present Occupation: Founder and owner, Shenandoah Writing Services; Staff writer/editor for Madison, the magazine of James Madison University
Editing Experience in Years: 18
Scored 94% on editing test.
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