Writing is hard.

Editing doesn’t have to be.

Whether you’re a writer looking for editing support or an editor looking for training, Just Ask Jess can help you find the right fit.

Our vetted team brings more than two decades of experience across books, dissertations, theses, marketing materials, and technical documentation, as well as structured workflows and project coordination that keep complex editorial work moving.

What We Offer

We help writers, editors, and teams turn complex work into clear, polished documents.

Developmental
Editing

Copy Editing

Proofreading

Formatting

Editorial
Training

For Over a Decade, Providing Excellence in Writing and Editing

Just Ask Jess is an editing collaborative of vetted independent editing, writing, and graphic design professionals. When signing a contract with Just Ask Jess, you can choose to work with any of the professionals, or we can recommend the best person for your project!

Vetted editorial experts

Thoughtful project support

Reliable timelines and communication

How It works

1

Reach Out

Tell us what you’re working on and what kind of support you need. We can schedule a one-on-one call or continue by email—whatever works best for you.

2

Project Review

We’ll review your goals, timeline, document details, and any specific requirements so we can understand the full scope of the project.

3

Estimate

You’ll receive a clear estimate with recommended services, pricing, and next steps before any work begins.

4

Completion

Once everything is confirmed, your project is matched with the right professional and completed according to the agreed timeline.

More about us

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know who to pick?

You do not have to choose alone. Tell us about your project, timeline, and goals, and we’ll help match you with the editor, writer, designer, or trainer who best fits your needs and our team’s availability.

What is your hourly rate, and do you have a job minimum?

Rates and minimums vary depending on the type of work, project scope, timeline, and professional assigned. After reviewing your project details, we’ll provide a clear estimate before work begins.

Can you help if I’m not sure what service I need?

Absolutely! Many clients come to us with a document, deadline, or general problem rather than a specific service request. We’ll help identify whether you need developmental editing, copy editing, proofreading, formatting, or a combination of services.

Testimonials

Our Customers Say

This year when writing my dissertation for my Doctoral degree, there was no one I would have preferred to use to edit the more than 200-page document than Jessica Stampe. I recommended Jessica to friends and colleagues repeatedly. Each time, she is the first person to come to mind—and the only writer and editor I recommended.

Kami Danaei

Senior Assistant Dean
University of Wyoming

Jess was an amazing editor who put me at ease from the first email exchange. The dissertation process is scary and stressful, but Jess was professional and reassuring through the entire editing experience. Good communication is key and I never felt like I couldn’t reach out with questions or clarifications. Jess constantly kept me in the loop from start to finish. Turn around time was also important and she was fast, efficient, and thorough. I’ve already recommended her to others!

Dr. Haley E. Kish

Principal
Polk County School Board