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Katie R.

Instructional Designer | Developmental Editor

Hello! I’m Katie, an instructional designer and developmental editor with a passion for creating clear, engaging, and learner-centered content. I specialize in curriculum design, developmental editing, and instructional resource development, bringing both creativity and precision to every project. As a Developmental Editor at SEA Publishing, I refine curriculum, articles, and blog posts to ensure clarity, accuracy, and alignment with both pedagogical goals and brand voice. My work includes guiding writers with constructive feedback, improving logical flow, and enhancing accessibility for diverse audiences. I also draw on my instructional design background to transform educational objectives into structured, interactive learning experiences that engage students and support long-term retention. With dual Bachelor of Arts degrees in History and Elementary Education, I combine strong subject-matter expertise with a deep understanding of teaching and learning processes. My experience ranges from designing homeschool curriculum and K–12 lesson plans to editing promotional materials, donor communications, and SEO-optimized content. Across all projects, I aim to balance rigor with readability, ensuring content is not only polished but also purposeful. Whether you need a developmental editor to elevate your written content, or an instructional designer to build impactful curriculum and training materials, I bring a collaborative, detail-oriented approach to help you achieve your goals. Skills and Expertise: Instructional Design & Curriculum Development: Designing K–12 curriculum, lesson plans, and instructional resources tailored to diverse learners. Developmental Editing: Providing in-depth editorial feedback, restructuring content, and ensuring clarity and logical flow. Content Optimization: Aligning writing with brand voice, SEO goals, and audience engagement strategies. Project Coordination: Managing multiple projects while maintaining high standards and deadlines. Clear Communication: Strong collaboration with clients and writers to bring their vision to life. Attention to Detail: Ensuring content is accurate, error-free, and accessible.

🇺🇸Scarborough, United States$30/hr100% JSS4.41 (5)Since Apr 2024

Earnings and projects

MRR
$275

Last 6 months ÷ 6

World#101,675 / 412k
🇺🇸Country#14,511 / 62.1k
Revenue, last 30 days
$601

Last 6 months: $1.7k

World#58,068 / 412k
🇺🇸Country#7,842 / 62.1k
Total earnings
$1.7k

Billed in all: $1.8k

World#346,873 / 412k
🇺🇸Country#53,360 / 62.1k
Per project
$288

$413 in the last 6 months

World#234,707 / 412k
🇺🇸Country#38,065 / 62.1k
Projects, last 6 months
4
25% fixed75% hourly
World#51,813 / 412k
🇺🇸Country#7,181 / 62.1k
Projects in all
6
50% fixed50% hourly
World#250,290 / 412k
🇺🇸Country#35,789 / 62.1k

Earnings, last 30 days

$1.8k+$601 earned in the last 30 daysBilled in all, before Upwork's fee · drag across the chart to see what was earned in any stretch
$1.0k$1.5k$2.0kOct 8Oct 23Nov 7

Skill rankings: Top 17% in Ghostwriting

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