Daniel W.
Comedy Scriptwriter | YouTube & Ads | Book & Copy Editor
Comedy scriptwriter for YouTube and ads, plus book editor and copy editor for authors and professional writers. Hand-crafted, original work in native UK or US English. Note: I also take jobs that aren't humor-based. Just tell me what you're looking for, and we'll make something work. 1. SCRIPTS & COMEDY Hand-crafted scripts tailored to your audience and goals: YouTube, ads, commercials, sketches, stand-up, speeches, brand voice. • YouTube scripts and voiceovers on any subject: If you're looking for original content, you've come to the right place. I co-created Breakfast Serial, a true crime comedy channel I helped grow organically to 150,000 subscribers (and counting). • Comedy writing and punch-up for video ads, commercials, short-form video, and sketches. • Brand voice: launching a brand that needs to stand out? I'll build the voice, write the ads, produce the descriptions, and handle the social media and sales copy. • Ghostwriting and speechwriting for keynotes, galas, campaigns, weddings, and birthdays: Get a speech from a writer who knows how to blend sentimentality with humor and wit. 2. EDITING & PROOFREADING Preparing a book for publication, or polishing professional writing? I'll make it clear, compelling and error-free without losing your voice. • Non-fiction book editing: structural and line editing for clarity, flow, consistency and readability. • Manuscript editing and developmental feedback for authors and publishers. • Copy editing and proofreading: grammar, syntax, word choice, tone, consistency, typos and formatting, in UK or US spelling and to your style guide. WHY CLIENTS HIRE ME • Top Rated Plus and Expert-Vetted, with 150+ jobs and 95+ client reviews • 100% Job Success Score and no negative reviews • Works solo or alongside writing teams • Out-of-the-box thinking and 100% original content • Writer of thousands of YouTube scripts, earning millions of views, clicks, and subscribers along the way HOW WE'LL WORK TOGETHER Send me what you're working with: a topic, brief, manuscript, or raw ideas. I'll reply the same day with questions and a clear plan, then deliver on schedule. Canadian-born and based in Scotland, so UK and US spelling and idiom are second nature. Message me with your goal, audience, and deadline. WHAT CLIENTS SAY "A creative genius with a unique flair for comedy." "The most talented comedy writer we have worked with on Upwork." "He's professional, detail-oriented, and funny as hell." "If you're looking for something that's truly funny, Dan's your man!" "Not only was he incredibly funny, which made the process enjoyable" "Daniel is an extremely talented scriptwriter with a great sense of humor." "His writing is beautiful and witty; he's a very creative guy." "Strongly recommend him for any job when creative writing and comedy writing are needed!" "Daniel is a real pro. If you are looking for a top-notch editor, Daniel's your guy. He'll take good writing and make it great."
Earnings and projects
Last 6 months ÷ 6
Last 6 months: $21k
Billed in all: $195,947$196k
$678 in the last 6 months
Across 33 contracts
Across 158 contracts
Earnings, last 30 days
Dotted: longer than usual between two readings.
Skill rankings: Top 0.90% in Creative Writing
Top 1% in 2 of 20 skills, ranked by MRR among everyone on Upwork with the skill.
- Comedy Writing105 freelancers · 🇬🇧 #1Top 3%🇬🇧#1 of 10
- #7Humor Writing311 freelancers · 🇬🇧 #1Top 2%🇬🇧#1 of 22
- #8Speech Writing369 freelancers · 🇬🇧 #1Top 2%🇬🇧#1 of 25
- #9Screenwriting875 freelancers · 🇬🇧 #1Top 1%🇬🇧#1 of 73
- #13Script701 freelancers · 🇬🇧 #1Top 2%🇬🇧#1 of 26
- #17Line Editing910 freelancers · 🇬🇧 #1Top 2%🇬🇧#1 of 61
- #19Developmental Editing1,059 freelancers · 🇬🇧 #3Top 2%🇬🇧#3 of 78
- #30Book Editing2,192 freelancers · 🇬🇧 #2Top 1%🇬🇧#2 of 142