James M.
Writer & Editor | Ghostwriting, Marketing & Business Support
I'm James, a U.S.-based writer, editor, and marketer. I have extensive history in small business marketing management and content creation; as well as ghost writing, beta reading, and editorial services. My credentials are an undergraduate in English Literature, an MBA in Marketing, am pursuing my Ed.D. in applied learning with an expected completion date in Summer of '27, and am Google Project Manager certified. My work history is in business writing, content marketing, ghostwriting, editing, branding, and marketing strategy for businesses and authors. I also can offer virtual assistance, administrative support, and project coordination for businesses who need long-term support. I'm also the owner of James Mortellaro Writing Studio. I offer ghostwriting services, beta reading, editing, branding, and marketing strategy services for authors. Whether you need a single project completed or ongoing support, I bring a unique combination of creative, marketing, and organizational experience. I value clear communication, reliable work, and building long-lasting professional relationships.
Earnings and projects
Last 6 months ÷ 2.6 months active (since Aug 2026)
Read daily since Oct 27, under 30 days
Billed in all: $1,103$1.1k
$128 in the last 6 months
Earnings, last 30 days
Tracked from Oct 27, 2026.
Skill rankings: Top 12% in Academic Writing
Ranked by MRR among everyone on Upwork with the skill.
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- #170Communication Strategy731 freelancers · 🇺🇸 #52Top 23%🇺🇸#52 of 216
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