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Editorial Portfolio – Rachael Stanley

Freelance editor and writer specializing in blog content, Christian writing, and lifestyle media.

I’m a freelance editor and writer with experience working on blog posts, Bible studies, and lifestyle content for digital publications and independent creators. My work focuses on clarity, structure, tone, and faithfulness to the author’s voice. I have edited and written content across lifestyle, food, and Christian spaces, with a particular interest in long-form pieces that require thoughtful organization and careful attention to detail.

Skills & Expertise

Types of Editing:

Developmental editing
Line editing
Copyediting
Structural editing
Proofreading
Manuscript assessments
Content optimization and clarity editing

Tools & Software:

Microsoft Word (track changes)
Google Docs
Canva
Substack
Wix
WordPress
Clearscope
Grammarly

Genres & Content Types:

Faith-based and devotional content
Blog and digital media content
Social media posts
Nonfiction and long-form essays
Fiction manuscripts
Personal narratives and memoir-style writing

What My Clients Say

Read feedback from real customers.

“Rachael was wonderful at understanding the content that I wrote and making eloquent recommendations for change and improvement."

Kevin F.

“Rachael's editing has been a Godsend to my business! I've been extremely happy with her ability to write and edit comprehensively across a variety of different voices and content types."

Rebekah E.

Clara

"Rachael is a great content editor! I have worked with her on several projects, and she consistently takes my original writing and makes it easier for the audience to understand, while maintaining my voice."

Mike C.

A Life for Christ

Work Samples

Personal Narrative – Line Edit

This sample demonstrates line and structural editing of a personal narrative written by a non-native English speaker. I focused on improving readability, grammatical consistency, and sentence structure while maintaining the author’s unique voice and rhythm. My goal was to preserve meaning, cultural context, and emotional tone.

Bible Study – Developmental and Line Edit

This sample demonstrates developmental and line editing for a faith-based study. The goal of the revision was to clarify the central analogy, strengthen the structure, and improve overall flow while preserving the author’s voice and intent.

Substack Post – Line and Structural Edit

This sample demonstrates line and structural editing for a Substack post. The focus of the edit was to preserve the author’s voice and spiritual experience, while refining grammar, improving sentence flow, and clarifying meaning for the reader. Edits included tightening phrasing, reducing repetition, and restructuring sentences to improve readability without altering tone or intent.

Education & Professional Development

Editorial coursework in progress
Hands-on experience through client projects and portfolio work
Continuing education focused on professional editing standards