Freelance BBS - Lilian Okado : Editing & writing

Lilian Okado : Editing & writing

other world locations; Posted: 01/Jan/2009 expires: 01/Jan/2011

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QUALIFICATIONS

Skills: Writing, rewriting, copywriting, copyediting, researching,
Education: Bachelor of Arts from Moi University; 5+ years experience.

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Anyango Okado ?Writer

Personal Profile: I am a multitalented 28 year old entrepreneur currently running my small writing services business from the comfort of my home.

I am a professional freelance writer, a passion that I am currently developing into an equally successful income stream over the last 7 years. My writing is diverse: I do not write on any one particular topic or subject at a time. Due to my amorous nature to keep learning and developing my mind I like to venture into new and unfamiliar territories that aid in my creative writing and in turn increasing my knowledge base. I have since completed my first book, ?Say Cheese or get cheesed,? a book on smiling and having a positive attitude, awaiting its first publishing by Authorhouse UK.

Besides this, I write for various online as well as offline media and/or publications. I regularly contribute to personal development blogs, money and financial blogs and submit regular ezines on the same. I also contribute to ?The Quarterly Colour Series,? a poetry eBook published by Al Kags. I have also previously been an editor for a personal business development magazine. Additionally I have helped ghost write several Real Estate How to books as well as written SEO articles on Money, Debt financing and Mortgages. I also have 3 years experience in technical writing.

Outside of freelancing in my free time I manage a small writing company, Say Cheese Writer?s Bureau. Say Cheese Writer?s Bureau is a team of talented young writers, whose main objective is to help individuals as well as organizations with their specific writing needs. We provide contractual non plagiarized writing and editing services in the business and personal development fields at affordable rates as well as creative and technical copywriting to the advertising and PR industry.

My team of 8 writers has experience in creative journalism, copywriting, proofreading, reporting and editing. As well as serving major companies direct, I also work on individual contracts that may include article, reports, and or book writing. Copywriting Experience: Experienced in writing online direct response sales letters, email autoresponder copywriting and custom direct reponse curriculums. Also do custom copywriting work where you name the topic and I produce the final publication, technical writing , reviewing and rewriting of exisitng copy materials as well as FAQ creation and maintenance. Work covered includes, sales letters, landing pages, product descriptions, press releases, solo ads and much more.

Editing Experience: An experienced copyeditor and proofreader I specializing in fiction, politics, media, and business as well as help create engaging content for print, Web, corporate communications, and consumer entertainment.This may cover e-books, academic texts, PhD theses, novels (including one of my own), catalog copy, blogs and articles (see past work on my personal blog http://lilianokado.blogspot.com) websites, sales letters, SEO copy, technical manuals, resumes, and more. Paying great attention to detail, grammar, punctuation, spelling errors, author's style and voice, and overall readability of a document I do most of the editing work on my own and only work with eqaully experienced editors on large projects.

I also advise web clients on clear, compelling, and brand-consistent content to drive traffic and develop consumer relationships. I'm well-versed in CMS, APA, AP, and MLA styles and software experience ranges from the Microsoft Office suite to the Adobe suite to Frontpage to HTML and more. In summary I write, edit, and develop copy that SELLS and know how to attract repeat customers.

Transcription Experience: I also have 3 years experience as a transcriptionist for both the medical and legal field as well as general transcription. These services are provided to customers looking for efficiency, professionalism, and customized deals.

General services include transcription of interviews, speeches, seminars, lectures, podcasts, radio shows, videos, e-books, notes and other non-technical documents. I also transcribe research material, lectures, and other medicine and healthcare related documents. These services are charged by 'audio hour' or 'audio minute.' I am a certified typist typing at the speed of 80 wpm for general transcriptions. On the other hand, medical transcription services include transcription of psychiatry, oncology, nephrology, orthopaedic, cardiology, dermatology, gynecology, dentistry, neurology, podiatry, radiology, and pediatrics reports.

What?s more, I have gained valuable experience over the years and can listening and capture various accents: UK, US, Australian, Indian, South African and French and have a typing accuracy of 97% with TAT of less than 24 hours.

For this type of work I have invested in transcription software that is fully automated and web based to support growing demands, maintain quality output and client satisfaction without sacrificing data security. I guarantee prompt and timely service to ensure that my global clients get their money's worth. I also manage contractual semi permanent team of typists who are professionally trained in transcription and vary in size depending on the workload at any given time.

Key Skills: Excellent English communication, writing and interpersonal and typing skills.

Software/ Hardware Use: Atlantis Word processor, Express Scribe, Speed Type, Dictaphone, microphones, foot pedals, headsets, mini recorders,

Work /Business: Currently Owner Say Cheese Writer?s Bureau (SME) Experience: October 2005 ? 2007 Communications and Information, Action Wealth (Intl)

Education: B. A. Social Sciences Upper Second Class Honours Moi University

Professional Qualifications: Alliance Francaise French Certificats French School Niveau 1, 2, 3

Typing Tutor Typing Certificate

Universal Learning Class UK Medical Transcription Certificate

Referees: Mr. Geoffrey Semaganda Founder/CEO Action Wealth International London, UK Tel: +44 20 85 103 485 Email: geoffrey@actionconference.com Katinka Strady Aigle Azur Paris, France 184, Rue Legendre 75017 Tel 003361121587 Email: stradkat@hotmail.fr

Paul Doherty IT Network & Software Specialist Netsol (Pty) Ltd Tel: +27722638423 South Africa Email: pdoherty@netsol.co.za