working to move your writing forward.
universities WANT TO KNOW YOU.
YOUR STORY IS IMPORTANT,
AND I’M HERE TO HELP YOU TELL IT.
powerful.
STRONG.
AUTHENTIC.
Make it stand out.
You’re a student in high school who is excited for the next chapter of your life in college.
or
you need to write a personal reflection essay for graduate school after completing your bachelor’s degree.
Before they can accept you, universities need to know you. Your writing tells the story of who you are. We will work together to review and revise your work in a way that feels meaningful, truthful, and collaborative.
As a writing tutor, I have worked one-on-one with undergraduate and graduate students on a variety of writing projects, from one-time personal reflection essays to extended periods on senior projects, master’s theses, and doctoral dissertations. Through a variety of supplemental courses, I fine-tuned my attention to extraordinary grammar through formatting and editing training. It also taught me how to engage with writers in authentic, clear discourse. Essays are especially vulnerable things to write, which is why my feedback is honest, kind, and personal.
My body of work as a writer is also extensive. The Olly Project, a personal website dedicated to reflection & exploratory writing, is where you’ll find many examples of my work. I was recently published in the premiere issue of Subjectiv, an independent online journal that promotes the visual and literary arts in the Pacific Northwest. I have helped students get into their master’s programs, win scholarships, and get to where they want to go. The reviews from the many students I have worked with make it clear - you can trust me with your story.
Meet the editor.
Interested in learning more? Just want to know who I am? Watch this video for a short virtual introduction! I’m happy to be here and I hope you are, too.
MY Services
Proofreading
Your essay is nearly perfect, but you want a final once-over before you hit submit! I will make minor changes & suggestions to do with grammar, syntax, typos, and sentence structure.
$20, up to 500 words
$35, up to 1000 words
$55, up to 1500 words
collaborative critique
You have the structure of your essay ready, and now it’s time for some seriously helpful feedback. Or, maybe you’re feeling stuck and not sure how to move forward with what you have written so far.
I will make honest suggestions about structure, content, use of voice, tone, and direction. You’ll be left with new ideas to consider and a renewed sense of confidence about your work!
$40, up to 500 words
$70, up to 1000 words
$105, up to 1500 words
real-time virtual work session
You’re excited to edit what you have written and want to brainstorm out loud with a person who can help!
Once you submit your essay, I will read it thoroughly and make honest suggestions to do with structure, content, use of voice, tone, and direction. Then, we’ll schedule an hour-long phone call or Zoom meeting where we will go over the comments together. You can ask questions, brainstorm ideas, and edit your work alongside me.
$90, up to 500 words
$120, up to 1000 words
$155, up to 1500 words
Want a better idea of how I traditionally review and edit client work?
Check out my short editing demonstration below.
DEADLINES CAN BE STRESSFUL.
WORK WITH ME TO MAKE IT MANAGEABLE.
all-at-once APPLICATION
You’ve worked hard on your application and now have several essays (in a variety of lengths) to submit at once. Let’s do it!
Send me your university application in its entirety and I’ll give you honest suggestions about structure, content, use of voice, tone, and direction for each piece of writing.
Application Pricing: $250, flat rate
Brainstorming session
You have the prompt. You have the desire to write. You want to get started, but you have no idea where to start. Let’s work together!
This option is a one-time, up to an hour long phone call or Zoom session to help you work through the prompt and begin brainstorming/outlining your essay. You’ll leave our meeting with a sense of direction and a resounding “I got this!”
$50, flat rate
now offering a Free 10-minute Consultation
Not sure if my services are right for you? Want to get a better understanding of what it is I’ll be doing when I edit your essay? Shoot me an email! I am currently offering a free 10 minute consultation for clients who might be interested in working together.
Let’s chat!
OLIVIA IS ONE OF THE MOST PASSIONATE, DEDICATED, AND OPTIMISTIC WRITERS I KNOW.
— Natalie T., Seattle University ‘20
OLLY IS ALWAYS ENTHUSIASTIC ABOUT READING MY THOUGHTS. SHE ALWAYS PROVIDES ME WITH GREAT FEEDBACK AND SUPPORT OF MY IDEAS.
- Laura C., Travel Blogger
Olivia will always bring unparalleled expertise through her edits in order to push your writing to the highest level.
— DG., Harvard Admitted Class of ‘24