Growing up as a reader and writer with access to Microsoft Suite, I began learning how to use computers by tweaking around with Microsoft Word when I was four. Eventually, I taught myself how to research with search engines, download and arrange files, and other tech functions. As an instructor, submission reader, and copywriter, I’ve continuously required these skills for myself and colleagues.
As someone raised on older technology, I am familiar with and very experienced in using:
- All MacBook models (Air and Pro included)
- iMac desktop (2006 models and newer)
- iMac G5 and newer
- All iPad, iPad Air, iPad Mini, and iPad Pro Models
- All iPhone models
- Android Phones (2014 and newer)
- Windows computers (2004 and older)
I typically use Google Suite (Drive, particularly) to archive files, however, I am experienced with Microsoft Suite and easily adaptable to other file managers.
What you can expect from me:
- A genuine effort into quality preservation — I will put my best effort into properly digitizing your items and making them accessible to use and view.
- Streamlined Process — If you provide me with concrete deadlines (ex, “I need this digitized by the end of April”), I’ll make sure I get to your commission on an efficient, flexible timeline.
- Efficient and appropriate file management — Folders should be appropriately categorized, file names will be consistent and organized, and file types will be downloaded and functioning.
- Confidentiality — Your information and work will always remain private and safe with me. They will not be shared with anyone else, or leave my devices.
Here’s what I can do to clean out your digital space:
Archiving & Organizing Files
If you have old laptops or devices containing a large amount of data, documents, and photos, I can assist with downloading, archiving, and organizing files so they can be :
- Clearing out duplicate files on a hard drive
- Digitizing files into appropriate file types (ex. .docx to .pdf)
- Organizing files into neat digital folders
- Renaming file types in order to make them more searchable and/or for organizational reasons
- Creating new Google accounts/email addresses in order to store files more effectively/outsource storage with other sites (such as Dropbox)
- Transferring files onto a physical thumb drive.
Rates: $200 – $700 per job; pay what you can on a case-by-case basis
Digitizing Physical Items
Provided with a desktop or laptop, camera, scanner machine, access to files/file manager, and chords and thumb drives (if needed), I would be able to digitize:
- Old photos
- Including Polaroids, disposable camera film, and other physical copies
- News clippings
- Drawings and other artwork
- Owned CDs and DVDs
- Especially if they contain family films, burned playlists, and other memorabilia
- Novels, articles, and other carbon copies
- These can be typed into a Word Processor and saved as an editable doc and/or .pdf
- Data and other records
- Information, records, and other types of data can be typed up and arranged using Excel or Sheets
I primarily use Google Suite (Sheets, Drive, Slides) to work and share files.
If I believe your commission will be too difficult for me, I am happy to point you in the direction of other businesses!
Rates: $400 – $700 per commission; pay what you can on a case-by-case basis
Transferring Files & Data
If given two or more devices, two or more device types, access to a file manager, and other needed digital storage methods, I would be happy to take care of transferring files and data for you.
- Tedious formatting of “pdf to docx” conversions
- Scripts/screenplays, scanned documents, and other layout needs
- Transferring and/or copying files from one device/file manager to another
- This includes:
- Transferring files & data to two or more computers.
- Transferring files & data across multiple devices (computer, tablet, drive, etc.)
- Transferring files & data across different Google Drive or Microsoft Suite accounts
- Files can include (but are not limited to):
- Photos & videos
- Creative works
- School assignments
- Records
- Slideshows
- This includes:
Rate: $100 – $300 per transferring commission, or sliding scale.
Lillian Morton 