“Easily the most professional, organized and punctual industry contractor I’ve ever worked with! On top of that, the quality of Carmen’s services are exceptional. Always open to collaboration and ready with original ideas, I highly recommend Carmen as the single source for all copywriting needs.” Chris Redekop, Accounts Manager, Vincent Design
If you’ve got something to say, I can help you write it, and write it well.
I deliver excellent customer service alongside high-quality, custom writing and editing services — on time and on budget.
“Carmen, thank you for all your hard work and quick help. Your thoughtful and creative posts, along with your tried, tested and true approach to money-saving tips for families are extremely beneficial for the Parentwise Canada blog.” Jennifer Palisoc, Editor, Parentwise Canada
I specialize in transforming scientific and technical material into easy-to-understand and compelling copy that is accessible to any reader. But my passion for the written word means I help a variety of clients with a variety of projects, everything from media releases and newsletters, research stories and patient-focused health material, writing and editing grant applications — and just about everything in between.
“Carmen worked with us on a sponsored booklet on early stage kidney cancer. Her dedicated research on the topic and ability to distill the clinical information into easy to understand text let the booklet meet its goal for our readers who are making important treatment decisions.” Julie Denovan, Project Manager, Information, Canadian Cancer Society (National Office)
No matter what the topic or format, I will reflect you and your company’s voice and brand in a clear, engaging and consistent style for both generalist and specialist audiences.
“Carmen has been a great help in editing and proofreading my PhD dissertation. She not only assists me in editing the language, but also provides great feedback regarding the flow and getting my message across to my readers.” Abbas Jessani, PhD Candidate and Faculty of Dentistry Resident, UBC
Custom writing services:
- newsletter articles
- brochures and profiles
- blog posts
- media releases
- annual report copy
- website content
- marketing material
- science and medical writing, including lay summaries and patient-focused material
- grant applications and letters of intent
- professional and business writing: letters, memos, executive summaries, and reports
- background research, interviews and interview-transcription
editing services:
- substantive, stylistic and copy editing (read about definitions of editorial skills by Editor’s Canada)
- proofreading
- plain language editing
Don’t see what you need on this list? Contact me so we can talk about your project and the kind of help you’re looking for.
**I am also registered in the Government of Canada’s Supplier Information Registration Database. If you’re with a department or agency in the PWGSC, please contact me for more information about my services, experience working with PWGSC, and my Procurement Business Number.
Fees and Quotes:
My fees are competitive, and can be billed hourly or by the project. Fees will depend on the length and nature of your project.
Feel free to contact me with some details about what you need and your budget, and I’ll send you a quote.
Curious about going rates for freelance writers and editors? The Professional Writers Association of Canada publishes guidelines on standard rates of pay for the full spectrum of writing and editing services.