Inna Effress
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Speech & Essay Transformer. Higher Ed Consultant

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About me
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As a speech writer for former Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger, I've transformed speeches, editorials, and essays for business leaders, lawmakers, innovators, members of royal families, and renowned scientists around the world. I am the official application advisor to UCLA Medical School Orthopaedic Surgery residency fellows, headed by the LA Chargers' Head Team Physician. My high school, college, and grad school students include U.S. Presidential Scholars, National YoungArts Foundation winners, and Cameron Impact scholars, among others, and are alumni or current students of highly selective universities in the U.S. People at all stages of their careers come to me to help them tell their stories with confidence and impact – onstage or in print. I'll mentor you as you prepare for your public speaking engagement or as you craft a standout essay or editorial. A few things I can help you accomplish, for your essay, speech, presentation, or editorial — * Write standout opening lines * Identify your story and voice * Choose language true to your voice * Deepen your anecdotal details * Develop your strategy & message * Build your outline * Polish your existing draft * Before you book me— Please refer to the section in my profile called What To Expect to make sure you've blocked off the right amount of time for our call. * For college applicants, I do offer start-to-finish storytelling packages— beginning with an original passion project. * Please note: between September 1 & December 31 — after college ED notifications — my practice works with ongoing/existing students, with some exceptions. During this period, my hourly fees are higher, with the exception of pre-purchased packages. If you'd like to secure me from 9/1— please book a package and meet at least once by 8/31. * I look forward to helping you tell your story!

What to expect

15 minute session

  • - 45min: identify broad topic—*not outline
  • - 60 min: revisions for *1* existing draft
  • - 90 brainstorm,outline&hook/or revisions
  • - 120 min: grad program; or 2-3 revisions

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