Professional Copywriters in South San Francisco, California (San Mateo County)

Skilled writer with ad agency, direct response and journalism background. Trained in "marketing equation" methodology of lead generating copy. Broad range of industries, including financial, health care, high tech, service businesses and many more.

On the California wine scene since the early 1970's, Michael Merriman has assisted many wineries in their quest toward understanding and achieving the properties of their hallmark— the key defining features of their winery. Managing the branding identity of each winery through clearly crafted copy is a specialty. Michael works with winery principals and managers in a collaborative way, allowing ownership to explore all marketing options and costs.... See More

I help small businesses & creative entrepreneurs connect the dots between their ideas and grow their businesses. Through authentic storytelling and data-driven content strategy, I help you bring your brand vision to life.

You are my ideal client if you are looking for a freelancer that cares deeply and is sincerely curious about your organization and projects.

The more I know about what matters to your organization the better I can help you.

You, as my ideal client, are willing to promptly provide the necessary contacts and documents for us to work together effectively and efficiently.

I am especially interested in teaming up with organizations involved in helping sexual abuse survivors, youth development, suicide prevention, mental health awareness, chronic pain, lupus patients and their families, financial literacy, teen parenthood, and the fine arts.

As a freelance grant writer, I telecommute to complete my projects. My skill set includes the following:

Grant Research
Grant Writing
Grant Review
Copywriting
Persuasive Writing
Business Writing
Creative Writing
WordPress Website Design
WordPress Website Management
Facebook Advertising
Facebook Lead Generation
Proofreading

Disclaimer: It is bad practice to work on commission that is contingent on grants awarded. Including pre-work into the grant budget may cause the awarded funds to be rescinded by the grantor.

Contingency pay is prohibited by leading professional groups, including the Association for Fundraising Professionals (AFP) and the Grant Professionals Association (GPA).

Therefore, I provide services on a monthly retainer. The retainer will be based on the scope of services and are due on the 1st of each month. The first month of service will be prorated based on agreed start date.... See More