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Nina

Location: Lisbon,
School: Yale

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Fee Structure

Word Count1 Day2+ Days
1 - 250$199$149
251 - 900$425$375
901 - 1200$525$435
1201 - 1500$599$495
1501 - 2000$799$655
2001 - 3000$1250$775
3001 - 4000-$965
4001 - 5000-$1250
5001 - 6000-$1625
6001 - 7000-$1875
7001 - 8000-$2250
Consultation$250/hr

About Me

I am a writer, editor, and university lecturer currently based in Lisbon, although I was born in New York City and raised in Boston. Over the last 18 years I have edited thousands of essays, helping clients gain admission to top programs in the US and abroad - and I bring a diverse range of expertise to every project I take on.

A graduate of Phillips Academy (Andover), I majored in English at Yale University, where I also pursued my passion for theatre, creative writing, psychology and art history. After graduating, I worked as an executive recruiter, appointed Director of Research at the boutique headhunting firm, The Higdon Group (whose clients included the The Carlyle Group, Goldman Sachs, Merrill Lynch and Kodak). Returning to graduate school, I earned my Master’s in Creative Writing and PhD in Theatre Studies at Royal Holloway, University of London, where I also served as a Visiting Lecturer and received both the Royal Holloway International Excellence Award and a Crossland Research Fellowship.

A master storyteller, I am passionate about helping others find their voice, to become better writers. In addition to consulting and editing, for the past two years I have been a professor of rhetoric at Sciences Po University in Paris, and I run intensive playwriting workshops at the National Theatre in London, as well as serving on the Reader’s Panel for the National Theatre in London, the First Pages International Literary Award, and the Verity Bargate Playwriting Award.

Working with clients to perfect their essays is truly a labour of love for me - as a word-nerd obsessed with language and the power of words, I relish the intricacies involved in the editing - and I especially love being able to share my talents to help the interesting and inspiring individuals I work with get closer to realising their dreams. Everyone's story is unique, and I really strive to bring out the magic in each client's journey.

Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions - I am always happy to help! :)

Education:

Yale University
-BA in English

University of London, Royal Holloway
-MA's in Creative Writing & Playwriting
-PhD in Drama & Theatre Studies

Expertise

  • Medical School
  • Business School
  • Law School
  • Graduate Programs
  • Undergraduate Programs

Reviews

5 starsabsolutely amazing help

Fantastic help from Nina in editing my essay: thorough, beautiful, and fast! I did not expect a detailed explanation of why she edited this way, but this explanation was really helpful for me. Moreover, Nina did not change the habit of my expression but improved my essay in a systematic way. In other words, it will be a good fusion with my other application material.

- Luyan

5 starsThe Best Partner on My MBA Journey

I cannot recommend Nina highly enough! She has been an exceptional essay editor throughout my MBA application process. Nina's keen eye for detail, profound expertise in essay structuring, and adept understanding of the intricacies of MBA essays are genuinely unmatched. Each interaction with her brought a new level of clarity to my narratives, skillfully polishing and elevating my essays while ensuring my original voice and story were preserved and enhanced. What struck me most was Nina’s genuine commitment to my success, providing constructive, honest, and deeply insightful feedback that significantly elevated my application. Nina doesn’t just edit essays; she artfully crafts stories with a delicate and expert touch, and for that, I am immensely grateful and wholeheartedly recommend her services to any prospective MBA applicant!

- Lincy

5 starsThank you, Nina!

Nina is an incredible editor and even better person! I worked with her on MBA application essays for 4 schools, and I just got an interview invitation from Harvard today. I really credit her for helping me to succinctly tell my story in my own voice, in a way that truly represents me. She also helped me through battles with impostor syndrome when I wasn't sure if my story would be compelling to schools, and her thoughtful commentary encouraged me to keep pushing forward. One amazing perk of working with Nina as someone who lives in the USA was our time zone difference -- I'd send a draft to her before I went to bed, and many times I'd have a detailed response when I woke up in the morning! Highly, highly recommend.

- Marie

5 starsSimply the Best. Thank you Nina.

My friend referred me to work with Nina. At first, I did not quite understand the excitement of the recommendation, but the hype did not do justice to how incredibly talented, professional, warm, and energizing Nina. She was TRULY a delight to work with. Nina's edits were spot on, and it was amazing how she was always able to preserve my voice while giving me a glow up. Superhuman gift that I have never seen with anybody. She is always punctual and goes above and beyond to help you and you can feel that she is emotionally invested in your success. Meeting Nina was the single best stroke up luck I've had preparing for my MBA application, and my only regret looking back is that I did not start working with her sooner. If you're still reading this review, stop what you're doing and just email Nina. Trust me, it'll be the best thing you'll do for your essay.

- Tony

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