About Me

I am a writer, editor, and university lecturer based in Paris, although I was born in New York City and raised in Boston. Over the last two decades 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, I am a Lecturer in Creative Writing for the MA program at the Kent University Paris School of Arts and Culture, a Professor of Rhetoric at Sciences Po University in Paris, and I run intensive playwriting workshops at the National Theatre in London. I have also served 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

Precise Editing with a Strong Sense of Language

Nina brings a distinctly positive energy to the editing process, which made working with her both enjoyable and motivating. Her word choice is consistently refined and elevated, reflecting a strong sense of linguistic nuance. Thanks to her keen editorial instinct, she delivered exactly the high-level polish I was hoping for.

- Jiwon

absolutely 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

The 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

Thank 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

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