You have brilliant ideas—let me help you showcase them properly. As a professional editor with a tremendous track record, I have the tools to get your PhD dissertation, MA thesis, curriculum vitae, resume, manuscript, scholarly journal article, graduate or post-graduate work to the next level. Please take a moment to read through my biographical information and client testimonials. I will help you reach your goals in myriad ways!
I deliver expert editing services to doctoral and master’s degree candidates; moreover, I assist business professionals in resume and cover letter creation. Additionally, I conduct outside research to ensure that your sources, job experience, methods of correspondence, and other components are accurately cited and expertly presented. Moreover, I will work closely with you, my client, to achieve your complete satisfaction each and every time.
I offer a full array of personalized editing services; likewise, I consider what you have accomplished thus far, and what your overarching goals are for the piece(s). Once we are confident that I have understood your needs, I will then proceed to offer you an estimate on the finished project. Once we have agreed on a ball-park estimate I will commence the work. Then the fun begins! I will truly love being a part of helping you achieve your goals and dreams—and you will be more than pleased with the results.
Share your work with me and let’s get started! – Vicki J. St. James, MA
Vicki J. St. James (1959–) has taught Humanities, English, and Cornerstone courses at the University of Northern Iowa, Wartburg College, and Hawkeye Community College. Professor Vicki holds a BA in Studio Art from the University of Northern Iowa (2009), an MA in Languages & Literatures, with a Creative Writing emphasis, from the University of Northern Iowa (2012), and an MA in History from the University of Northern Iowa (2017). Professor Vicki is currently a radio personality and marketing consultant whose present literary pursuits include biography, creative nonfiction, and historical fiction. A mother of five grown children and three grandchildren, she resides in Cedar Falls, Iowa.
“Vicki did a superb job of reviewing my resume to bring out my strengths and accomplishments in a direct and precise format. I contacted Vicki to help me update my resume because I was receiving only minor attention from perspective employers. I earned my current position shortly after her edits, which I feel gave me an edge to get an interview. If I ever find myself looking for employment again, I will not hesitate to call Vicki for a refresh.”
Loni Meier
Upper-level Management
“Please consider this a strong recommendation for Vicki Simpson to serve as your editor. As I worked on my dissertation, Vicki was always available for anything I needed. Vicki is thorough in her work and is a master at finding just the right word to explain my thinking. She has quick turn around times and was extremely accommodating to my schedule as she completed the edits. When I asked Vicki to give special attention to a particular section, she spent extra time rewording and reorganizing that part until it flowed smoothly and conveyed my thinking.
An added bonus is that Vicki encouraged me along the difficult journey. At times I was sure that I could not write anymore, but Vicki would praise my work and consistently improve upon it. She is meticulous in finding every extra space and missing punctuation. Vicki helped me produce an end product that made me proud. If you are tackling a tough paper or even a dissertation, I encourage you to consider Vicki Simpson to be your editor.”
Lori Phillips, Ph.D.
“I secured Vicki’s services after I heard that her editing was complimented from a colleague also working on their dissertation. Vicki was very thoughtful and purposeful in her word choice; it was as if she knew what I was trying to communicate. Additionally, Vicki made editing corrections easily in my document so that I could click and resolve without much effort. This put me at ease, especially when the pressure was on to get my work done in a timely fashion. I would highly recommend Vicki for her services!”
Carolyn Manard, Ph.D.
“Without a doubt, I would highly recommend Vicki St. James and her editing services. I worked with Vicki for my dissertation through Iowa State University and was absolutely blown away by her professional approach and attention to detail. Her feedback was accurate, timely, and very easy to follow. Not only did Vicki catch every little mistake, she went above and beyond by giving me high level, conceptual feedback and critiques. Without a doubt, my dissertation would not have been nearly as complete without Vicki’s assistance. Furthermore, Vicki charged HALF PRICE compared to the other independent editors is my area! In my opinion, Vicki St. James should be your first call when it comes to editing services. You won’t be disappointed!”
Dr. Jared Smith
Jared R. Smith, Ph.D.
Principal
Muscatine High School
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Muscatine, IA 52761
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