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Skills

  • Graphic Design
  • Album Cover Design
  • Canva
  • Canva Design
  • Cover Art
  • Creative Design
  • Non Fiction Writing
  • Publishing
  • Album Cover Art
  • Album Design
  • Article Editing
  • Article Writing
  • Audio Books
  • Blog Writing
  • Book Cover Design

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Services

  • Book Cover Design

    $15/hr Starting at $25 Ongoing

    Dedicated Resource

    As part of my duties running my indie publishing house, I have designed nonfiction and fiction covers for eBook, print (paperback and hardcover) and audiobook. I will design a cover specific to your genre...

    Audio BooksBook Cover DesignCover ArtDesignGraphic Design
  • Album Cover Design

    $15/hr Starting at $25 Ongoing

    Dedicated Resource

    As part of my work for my indie publishing house, I designed album covers for the fictional bands appearing my novels. I will use this experience to create an album cover for your real life band. Please...

    Album Cover ArtAlbum Cover DesignAlbum DesignCanvaCanva Design
  • Social Media Graphics

    $15/hr Starting at $25 Ongoing

    Dedicated Resource

    Need social media graphics but don't have the time, or perhaps the eye, to create them? I am solely responsible for creating graphics for my small business, and I can easily create them for yours.   My...

    CanvaCanva DesignCreative DesignGraphic DesignSmall Business
  • eBook Writing

    $25/hr Starting at $250 Ongoing

    Dedicated Resource

    I have more than a decade of book writing experience that includes manuscripts of up to 90,000 words in fiction and nonfiction genres.  In addition, I have a proven ability to conduct thorough research,...

    Book WritingeBook WritingeBooksGhostwritingNon Fiction Writing
  • Article and Blog Writing

    $25/hr Starting at $100 Ongoing

    Dedicated Resource

    I began my career more than 20 years, working for my local newspaper, and have been self employed since 2011. As a freelance writer, I have: Collaborated with clients across various industries to develop,...

    Article EditingArticle WritingBlog WritingBusiness JournalismFact Checking

About

Seasoned professional with a proven track record of success managing a wide range of roles, from writer and editor to social media manager, graphic designer, and publisher.

I'm Melina Druga, a seasoned freelance writer, editor and author with more than 20 years of experience creating engaging content across diverse industries and crafting compelling narratives across various genres. I have a track record of success managing a wide range of roles, from writer and editor to social media manager, graphic designer, and publisher, as well as creating high-impact articles, blog posts, and journalistic copy that captivate audiences and drive results.

I am highly skilled in developing and writing articles, novels, and blog content on a variety of subjects and area. I am adept at creating engaging content and compelling narratives that captivate audiences and drive meaningful engagement. I have a proven ability to conduct thorough research, distill complex information into clear and concise messaging, and meet tight deadlines without compromising quality. In addition, I am proficient in utilizing content management systems and publishing tools.

Throughout my career, I’ve had the opportunity to work with a diverse range of clients, each with unique needs and expectations, and consistently delivered content that met and surpassed their expectations.

Career highlights include:
• Established and grew a publishing company specializing in fiction and non-fiction genres from the ground up.
• Authored and published various manuscripts that received positive reviews and generated significant interest in print and digital formats.
• Developed high-impact content for websites and authored blogs posts, articles, and news briefs that enhanced clients' brand visibility and audience engagement.
• Successfully balanced diverse roles including writer, editor, blogger, book formatter, graphic designer, and social media manager.

My qualifications include:
• Proven ability to adapt writing styles to suit different industries or genres, as well as proficient in creating compelling narratives that resonate with target audiences.
• Ability to tackle complex content challenges with innovative solutions and creative approaches, ensuring high-quality copy that align with clients’ strategic goals.
• Outstanding ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously, meet tight deadlines, and consistently deliver exceptional work.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a track record of working effectively with clients to achieve shared objectives and deliver exceptional results.
• Proficient in creating and integrating multimedia elements such as graphics, videos, and interactive content to enrich storytelling and audience engagement.

Skills include:
• Writing, Proofreading and Copy Editing
• Time Management
• WordPress
• Research and Fact-Checking
• Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills
• Strong Leadership and Management Skills
• Canva
• Word
• Meta Business Suite Planner
• Book Publishing
• Organizing and Planning

I welcome the opportunity to discuss your company's needs and the results you can expect from me.

Work Terms

I can commit to meeting deadlines but not working specific hours/days. Thank you for your understanding.