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Eliany Y.

San Antonio de Los Altos, Venezuela

$30/hr
4.9
32 jobs

Historical Anthropology specialist (English–Spanish) with expertise in archival research, academic writing, proofreading, and editing. I help researchers and organizations craft culturally informed, impactful narratives that make complex ideas clear and accessible.

  • History
  • Qualitative Research
  • Academic Research
  • Academic Writing
  • Content Development
  • Social Media Content Creation
  • Anthropology
  • Translation
  • Google Docs
  • Ghostwriting
Angelita R.

Porto Alegre, Brazil

$8/hr
5.0
10 jobs

SOBRE MIM I have a Master's degree in History (Federal University of Santa Maria - UFSM, 2025), a Bachelor's degree in History from the same institution (2023), and am beginning my PhD in History at the same institution. I had three years of experience as a Scientific Initiation researcher, dedicating to Platinium History as a whole, mainly focusing on the themes of politics, borders, migration, and immigration. I am passionate about research and dedicated to it. Responsible, understanding, and patient, I am not afraid of bureaucratic work. Open to exploring new areas and roles, I believe I have the qualities to do so; and, above all, the will. I will atach my typing tests results

  • General Transcription
  • Virtual Assistance
  • Review
  • Data Entry
Troy K P.

Richmond, Virginia

$50/hr
4.8
22 jobs

I have been a full-time professional academic writer and researcher since 2013. I have completed thousands of academic research papers and other assignments at the high school, vocational school, undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels for students in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Germany, Australia, and New Zealand. I have assisted many students with completing their master’s theses and Ph.D. dissertations. I am an experienced writer across many academic disciplines, including the full range of the humanities and liberal arts, as well as business, finance, information technology, nursing/medicine, natural sciences, law, and other fields. I can provide many samples of my writing upon request. I hold a B.A. in Religious Studies and an M.A. in History from Virginia Commonwealth University. I subsequently pursued additional post-graduate work in the Sociology and Criminal Justice programs at VCU. My areas of specialization and interest are the history of U.S. foreign policy, American political history, class theory, political economy, political theory, intellectual history, conflict theory, social stratification, the sociology of crime, critical criminology, the history of American religions, comparative and world religions, the psychology of religion, legal theory, and penology. I have 15 years of experience as a university professor. I previously served as the manager of the marketing division at the Richmond, Virginia, branch of a large regional corporation. I have extensive experience in marketing, direct sales, freelance writing, copy and web editing, self-guided research, education, restaurant and nightclub management, food service, retail, security, telemarketing, fundraising, tutoring, library, and inventory work. I also have experience dealing with customers and clients in a professional capacity. I am a reliable, congenial, intelligent, and confident person who takes my job seriously and treats students, supervisors, employers, co-workers, and customers with respect and professionalism. I pride myself on punctuality and efficiency. I am a mature individual. I am in good physical health. I can assure any prospective employer that I am second to none in terms of loyalty and dependability.

  • History
  • Politics
  • Legal
  • Social Work
  • Sociology
  • Religious & Inspirational
  • Social Science
  • Product Development
  • Business
  • International Development
  • Computer
  • Sales
  • Employment Law
  • Human Resource Management
  • Nursing
Linda H.

Millbrook, Alabama

$25/hr
5.0
130 jobs

Hello, I'm Linda Henderson, a professional genealogist dedicated to helping clients solve genealogical questions—whether straightforward or highly complex—through careful research, documented evidence, and clear reporting. Every family has a unique story—and every client comes with a different question. Whether you're searching for your biological family through DNA, researching your ancestors, identifying living heirs, preparing documentation for a Canadian citizenship by descent application, or creating a custom family history book for future generations, I provide professional genealogical research tailored to your specific goals. What began as a lifelong passion for genealogy has grown into a full-time profession. Every conclusion is supported by careful analysis of historical records and documented evidence. I believe clients deserve to understand not only what was discovered, but how those conclusions were reached. My research reports are written in a clear, easy-to-understand format with complete source citations, making even complex research understandable through clear analysis and thorough documentation. With eighteen years of genealogical research experience, areas of expertise include: • Traditional genealogical research and family reconstruction • DNA analysis for unknown parentage and adoption research through careful evaluation of DNA evidence and traditional genealogical research • Living heir research for probate, estate, and real property matters • Preparing documented evidence to support Canadian citizenship by descent applications • Locating vital records, including birth, baptismal, marriage, and death records • Building and documenting family trees from historical records, DNA evidence, and client information • Breaking through longstanding genealogical brick walls • Custom family history books combining historical research, narrative storytelling, photographs, and historical context • Preparing professional research reports that adhere to the Genealogical Proof Standard (GPS), complete with source citations and clearly documented conclusions • Organizing genealogical records and research for clients, attorneys, and family members • Transcribing, abstracting, and extracting information from historical documents Professional Affiliations: • Association of Professional Genealogists • National Genealogical Society • The Alabama Genealogical Society I enjoy helping clients discover, understand, and preserve the stories that make every family unique. Whether your goal is to solve a longstanding family mystery, document your ancestry, or preserve your family's story for future generations, I look forward to helping you discover your family's past.

  • Office 365
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Word
  • Adobe Acrobat
  • PDF Pro
  • Database Management System
  • Database
Marija O.

Belgrade, Serbia

$20/hr
5.0
13 jobs

I help researchers, students, and organizations produce clear, accurate, and professionally formatted academic documents. With a Master’s degree in World Heritage Studies and a background in archaeology and heritage research, I specialize in structured writing, citation accuracy, and detail-oriented document work. My services include: • Academic editing and proofreading (APA, MLA, Chicago) • Thesis and research paper support • Citation formatting and bibliography management • Literature review assistance • Research verification and source checking • Structured data organization and digitization Through my work on digital collections, metadata projects, and historical data digitization, I’ve developed strong attention to detail and consistency across large datasets. Clients appreciate my reliability, clear communication, and commitment to accuracy. If you need precise academic support or structured research assistance, I’m here to help.

  • Academic Editing
  • Writing
  • Content Writing
  • Proofreading
  • Data Entry
  • Book Review
  • Document Format
  • Typing
  • Transcript
  • Translation
Shaiel B.

Los Angeles, California

$45/hr
5.0
198 jobs

If you need anything written in the fields of history, politics, international relations, or sports: give me a shot. I'm a Top-notch academic writer and editor with a Ph.D. and several peer-reviewed publications. UCLA trained. I was a journalist for two decades. Have two best-selling Amazon ebooks and am constantly working on my skills to give my clients the highest quality outcomes.

  • Academic Proofreading
  • Essay Writing
  • Policy Writing
  • Creative Writing
  • Speech Writing
  • International Relations
  • Search Engine Optimization
  • Research Papers
  • US English Dialect

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