Operations and creative support

Yes, this is one of my core specialties and something I really enjoy doing. I worked for 8.5 years at a busy employment law firm specializing in workplace investigations. Throughout my time there, I worked hands-on with investigation reports on a regular basis, handling everything from structural editing and formatting to ensuring consistency in findings and conclusions. I understand the level of precision these documents demand, and I know how a small formatting inconsistency or unclear sentence can undermine an otherwise thorough investigation. Whether you need a full proofreading, a formatting overhaul, or help with how well the content flows, I can step in at whatever stage you need.

Confidentiality is foundational to everything I do. Having worked in legal operations and as the cybersecurity lead at the firm, I understand the sensitivity of the documents you're trusting me with. I'm happy to sign an NDA before any work begins, and I use secure file-sharing methods to exchange documents. I never store client materials beyond the active project unless we agree otherwise, and I don't use client content for marketing or portfolio purposes without explicit written permission. If your firm has specific security protocols you'd like me to follow, I'm glad to accommodate those as well.

Every project includes two rounds of revisions as part of the base agreement. Here's how it typically works: I'll deliver a first draft for your review, you provide feedback or redlines, and I incorporate those changes into a revised version. If a second round of adjustments is needed, that's included too. In my experience, most projects are finalized within those two rounds. If additional revisions are needed beyond that, we'll discuss a fair adjustment before any extra work begins. No surprises.

This depends on the scope, but here are some general benchmarks. Blog posts and LinkedIn articles typically take 5 to 7 business days from kickoff to first draft. Investigation report editing and formatting usually runs 2 to 5 business days depending on length and complexity. Slide decks and graphic design projects vary more, but I'll provide a clear timeline during our discovery call. If you're working against a hard deadline, let me know upfront. I can often accommodate rush requests and will always be transparent about what's realistic.

Yes, AI helps me to work smarter and saves time so that I can keep my hourly and flat fees affordable for you. I use AI-assisted tools to enhance efficiency in my writing and design workflow, but every deliverable is shaped, reviewed, and finalized by me. My legal editorial experience is what ensures accuracy, tone, and context.

Your data ALWAYS stays protected. I never upload confidential client documents or personally identifiable information into any public AI tool. When I use AI for drafting or ideation, I work with generalized prompts that don't include sensitive details from your files. If your firm has specific AI usage policies, I'm happy to adjust my workflow accordingly.

Absolutely. As a designer, this comes very naturally to me. Before writing or designing anything, I'll ask for any existing brand guidelines, style guides, or examples of content you feel represents your voice well. If you don't have a formal guide, that's fine too. I'll review your existing website, published articles, or past materials to get a feel for your tone and preferences, and I'll confirm alignment with you before moving forward. The goal is that anything I produce sounds like it came from your team, and not an outsider.

Every project is different, so I quote based on scope, complexity, and turnaround time rather than a one-size-fits-all rate. That said, I know it helps to have a general idea before booking a call, so here are some ballpark ranges.

Typically, writing and editing projects will require 3 to 6 hours depending on length, research involved, and SEO requirements. Investigation report editing and formatting generally ranges from 2 to 10 hours or more depending on the length and condition of the draft. Slide decks usually need at least 4 hours and scale with the number of slides and design complexity.

My pricing model is hourly and includes both weekday and weekend/rush rates. However, I also offer a flat fee model for most projects and am happy to discuss more. Ongoing work, such as a monthly blog cadence or recurring report formatting, can be structured as a retainer, which often comes with a built-in discount compared to one-off project pricing.

There are no hidden fees, and I'll never begin work beyond the agreed scope without discussing it with you first. My goal is for pricing to feel straightforward and fair so you can make a confident decision.

Do note that although my home base is the San Francisco Bay Area, I always try to keep my fees affordable for my clients.