Deirdre Gamill-Hock
Writer and Editor
Focus on what you do best while I put my writing and editing experience to work for you.
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As a freelance writer for more than 20 years, I have honed my skills in a wide range of subject areas, from economic development to health and wellness to hobbies and crafts. My written work includes business materials, articles, blog posts, and resumes.
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In my role as an editor, I assist writers in the development of stories and documents. Furthermore, I have experience editing various written materials, including books, resumes, reports, and web content.
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I’m creative, resourceful, organized, and passionate about customer service. My goal is to deliver a well-written, well-edited product on time and above expectations.
Do you need a well-written or edited article, blog, business document, book, or report?
Your content needs to be clear, powerful, and memorable. Who, what, when, where, why, and how are essential, but more is required. Therefore, I will work with you to create engaging content customized to your style and target audience. Incidentally, SEO optimization based on your business goals is always included.
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Not sure how to present a clear and powerful written message?
We can work together to create written content to establish trust, position your brand, and engage your audience to increase inbound traffic to your site. As a result, your content will attract an audience, grab their attention, demonstrate your ability to solve their problems and pave the way for an eventual purchase of your product or service.
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Worried that your English writing skills aren't good enough to promote your product or service?
I will edit your final product to the highest standards in US English or UK English. Feedback can be provided to help you improve your writing skills.
Testimonials
"Typos and questionable grammar is every writer's worst nightmare, but Deirdre has an excellent eye for catching even the slightest of errors. Over the past year, I have worked with Deirdre on several projects, and I hope to continue our wonderful working relationship for all my future novels. She is fast, flawless, and firm - like all good editors should be.
I have been writing fiction for almost fifteen years, yet since discovering Deirdre, my skills as an author have vastly improved. They say you can't teach an old dog new tricks. Well, you can when Deirdre has her talented eyes on your work. Deirdre is friendly, professional, communicates well - and whether you're a seasoned writer or just starting out, I would highly recommend her services."
~Steven Jenkins, Best Selling Horror Author
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"Deirdre is always thinking about how to improve processes and make them easier for others to learn as the team expands. She can handle a dynamic environment with continuous change and always puts extra effort into doing the work efficiently and accurately. She is a colleague you can count on to help carry the workload for the team."
~S Walker, Chief Product Officer, Optimally Business Performance
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"Deirdre is an excellent editor, proposal, and pitch deck writer. I was working on a funding proposal and pitch deck for a new business venture and needed someone to help me to bring coherence to my vision. I was referred to Deirdre, and she was a definite "God-send." She took all of the information I had gathered and written and made it flow into a compelling vision and story. After making the proposal flow, she used her skills to do the pitch deck. Her work is thorough and timely. I was amazed at how quickly she understood my needs and turned around a beautifully articulate product. From now on, she is my go-to editor for everything. I love her work and her work ethic."
~D Denmon, Business Consultant
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“Deirdre is a fastidious and reliable editor of words, paragraphs, and pages.”
~Iain Rob Wright, Best Selling Horror Author
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“It was a real pleasure to work with Deirdre. She is accurate and so precise. Great communication. Just what I needed. Absolutely recommended!”
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"Deirdre’s work is excellent, even when using industry-specific lingo. She communicates well to clarify parameters. Corrections arrive promptly and are meticulously worded. If you need a quick turn-around, I recommend Deirdre."
Why Hire Deirdre?
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I will write or edit clear, concise, and compelling documents.
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I will work with you to ensure your satisfaction with the final product.
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I will deliver superior quality results within budget and on time.
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I will maintain the privacy and confidentiality of your projects and clients.
Research, Writing, and Editing Experience
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Proposals (government contract, federal RFP, grant, letter, LOI, pitch decks) for private, non-profit and governmental entities.
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SEO-focused content for blogs, websites, and newsletters.
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Nonfiction articles on entrepreneurship, business development, health, fitness, and wellness for newsletters and magazines.
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Business reports and correspondence, including business plans, competitive analysis, and market validation for entrepreneurs, small businesses, and economic development agencies.
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Fiction books for independent authors.
Accomplishments
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Edited more than 20 books for best-selling independent authors such as Steven Jenkins and Iain Rob Wright.
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Managed, wrote and won an unsolicited proposal to the State of Kansas to create a KTA I-70 interchange in Leavenworth County, Kansas.
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Managed and wrote the winning proposal to recruit a manufacturing facility to the Leavenworth Area Business and Technology Park. The #3.8 million investment created 55+ new jobs.
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Managed and wrote a winning proposal for a $25,000 grant from the Federal Home Loan Banks for equipment and supplies for a county economic development agency.
Skills
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Written Communication
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Editing and Proofreading
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Microsoft 365: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
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Google docs: docs, sheets, slides, calendar
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Salesforce CRM
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Blog SEO and analytics
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Management of Time and Deadlines
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Research and Organization
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Communication and Customer Service
Memberships
ISFP – International Society of Female Professionals
NAIWE – National Association of Independent Writers and Editors
EFA – Editorial Freelancers Association
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Education
MBA - Master of Business Administration, Wichita State University
BBA – Bachelor of Business Administration,
Double Major: Business and Psychology, Pittsburg State University
AAS – Occupational Therapy Assistant, Metropolitan Community College
Charitable and Volunteer Involvement
Wayside Waifs: Animal Protection Organization
Unbound: Global Anti-Poverty Organization
National Multiple Sclerosis Society: Bike MS
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Who am I?
I am a U.S.-based writer and editor who loves:
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Furbabies, including my three rescue dogs.
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Wild bird watching at my bird feeding and watering stations throughout my yard.
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Gardening in containers and flower beds. In particular, I grow flowers and herbs with the occasional vegetable thrown in.
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Trying out new recipes and kitchen gadgets for (mostly) healthy eating.
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Health, Fitness, and Wellness – particularly for the aging population – including physical and occupational therapy.
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Crafts and hobbies. There is always something new to try!
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Reading everything – fiction or non-fiction; posts, magazines, or books; online or hard copies. If somebody writes it, I want to read it.
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A little bit of everything else: travel, TV dramas, movies, live theater, music, fashion, make-up, blogs, photography…