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$45 USD / Hour
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Australia (5:09 PM)
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Joined on June 8, 2008
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107 Recommendations
$45 USD / Hour
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From newsroom deadlines to global freelancing gigs, Iโve spent 15+ years turning messy copy and ideas into clean, compelling communication. My career began in print journalism, but I quickly saw the growing need for sharp, digital-friendly writing and editing in the technical, defence, and education sectors. After building a strong writing and editorial foundation in newspaper and technical roles, I transitioned into freelancing full-timeโserving clients around the world via platforms like freelancer.com. What sets me apart? An eye for clarity, a journalistโs ear for tone, and deep experience writing and editing everything from product copy to government reports. I work across almost any nonfiction genre or topic, offering services including: ๐ ๐๐ฑ๐ถ๐๐ผ๐ฟ๐ถ๐ฎ๐น ๐ฆ๐ฒ๐ฟ๐๐ถ๐ฐ๐ฒ๐: Proofreading, copy editing, full manuscript & website editing, and magazine subediting. ๐ ๐๐ผ๐ฟ๐ฝ๐ผ๐ฟ๐ฎ๐๐ฒ & ๐ง๐ฒ๐ฐ๐ต๐ป๐ถ๐ฐ๐ฎ๐น ๐ช๐ฟ๐ถ๐๐ถ๐ป๐ด: User & maintenance manuals, staff manuals, ebook ghostwriting, technical specifications, processes & procedures, ISO documentation, fact sheets, training materials, and corporate publications. Whether you need crisp copy, meticulous editing, or clear technical documentation written, I bring two decades of expertise to every project. I would love to hear about what you are working on and explore how I can help bring your words or ideas to life. If your business deserves polished, professional writingโletโs connect.
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On budget
96%
Accept rate
99%
Repeat hire rate
13%

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Kim is a great freelancer with deep knowledge and a very practical approach.
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Trustworthy! Kym is already my technical editor โ๏ธ for future projects. [06 February, 2026] Trustworthy! Kym is already my technical editor โ๏ธ for future projects.
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Right from the beginning, it was a pleasure to work with Kym. Kym was incredibly knowledgeable. All of my questions were answered, and the quality of the work was first class.
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Brisbane, Australia
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Kym is absolutely brilliant. A seasoned professional and an expert in her field. I cannot sing her praises enough. As a first time author, Kym guided me through the process, provided invaluable advice, and saved me thousands of dollars (if not tens of thousands) in premature printing costs, as she identified errors that other editors had overlooked. Her meticulous attention to detail and thoroughness are second to none. I highly recommend Kym for any editing work you require.
Daniel P.
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Rouse Hill, Australia
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Absolutely loved working with Kym. She has completely transformed the learner guidesโwhat was once dense and difficult is now clear, engaging, and easy to follow. Her ability to take complex content and make it accessible is outstanding. Top job, Kym. Your work has made a real difference.
Catherine D.
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Townsville, Australia
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Experience
Technical Editor/Author
Oct, 2010 - Jan, 2014
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3 years, 3 months
Raytheon Australia
Oct, 2010 - Jan, 2014
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3 years, 3 months
Senior author/editor on the Air Warfare Destroyer (AWD) Project for Raytheon Australia as part of the AWD Alliance. Responsible for assessing publications from original equipment manufacturers as fit-for-purpose for the Navy, tracking metadata, raising problems along with risks, impacts and solutions, and for managing the Aviation Support and Communication and Information Systems technical publication development.
Oct, 2010 - Jan, 2014
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3 years, 3 months
Technical Editor
Apr, 2006 - Jan, 2010
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3 years, 9 months
BAE Systems
Apr, 2006 - Jan, 2010
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3 years, 9 months
Senior member of the technical publications team with the BAE Systems ILS Department and worked primarily on documentation for the M113 project. Responsible for editing all technical manuals, Repair Parts Illustrated Lists, graphics, Commonwealth of Australia comments, tender bids for continuity, style, terminology use, graphics and layout. I also proposed solutions for strategies to meet customer requirements on time and for updating the status on the progress of the work.
Apr, 2006 - Jan, 2010
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3 years, 9 months
Technical Editor
Jan, 2004 - Mar, 2006
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2 years, 2 months
Julia Ross Recruitment
Jan, 2004 - Mar, 2006
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2 years, 2 months
Responsible for editing Army training publications for style and grammar; ensure graphics add value; tables and technical data are correct and relevant; liaise with authors and project managers; some liaison with desktop publishers and graphic artists. Check subcontractorโs work before the Defence Force accepts the work. This position was contract and based at the Land Warfare Development Centre, Puckapunyal Army Base, Victoria.
Jan, 2004 - Mar, 2006
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2 years, 2 months
Education
Griffith University
2015 - 2016
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1 year
Bachelor of Communications

Australia
2015 - 2016
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1 year
Certifications
UK English
US English
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Preferred Freelancer Program SLA
Academic Writing
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Foundation vWorker Member
Articles

Side hustle to full-time freelancer
February 28, 2023
Passionate writer, journalist and editorKym is an Australian freelance writer with a passion for words.

Becoming part of the Preferred Freelancer family
September 15, 2021
Joining the Preferred Freelancer Program

How to become a successful Freelancer with the Preferred Freelancer Program
July 4, 2018
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