Gerald pen

Manuscript Editor & Proofreader (German)

Freelance Editorial Services • Freiberufler

Oct 2023 - Jun 2025 • 1 yr 8 mos

Edited German manuscripts for grammar, clarity, tone consistency, and narrative flow. Provided developmental editing to improve story pacing and reader engagement. Ensured linguistic precision for clients publishing in German speaking markets.

German Content Writer & Story Developer

Independent Publishing Projects | Remote • Teilzeit

Jun 2023 - Jan 2025 • 1 yr 7 mos

Wrote blog articles, educational texts, and narrative content for German speaking audiences. Produced engaging storytelling and structured content for ebooks and online courses. Developed research based manuscripts across topics such as self development, psychology, and business. Improved manuscript readability through professional editing and structural revision.

Senior German Ghostwriter

Freelance Literary Studio • Freiberufler

Jun 2016 - Aug 2024 • 8 yrs 2 mos

Ghostwritten multiple nonfiction books, novels, and memoirs for private clients and entrepreneurs in the German market. Specialized in long form manuscripts between 20,000 and 80,000 words. Developed structured outlines, character arcs, and compelling narratives for clients with minimal initial material. Edited and refined manuscripts to ensure native level German fluency (Du and Sie tone). Assisted authors in preparing books for Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing and traditional publishing submission. Maintained strict confidentiality agreements for all ghostwriting projects.