What are your qualifications and experience as a corporate copywriter, copy editor, and translator?

With over 20 years’ experience, I have worked with globally recognised organisations to produce clear, compelling, and persuasive content that delivers results. My expertise spans a wide range of industries, and my work has helped companies build brand awareness and deliver impactful messages to their audiences.

I previously served as editor at Tourism Malaysia, the country’s official tourism promotion agency, and as copywriter for the Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO), a leading global non-profit advocating sustainability in the palm oil industry. I also served as editor-in-chief of the RSPO e-Gazette, which is distributed to more than 5,000 members worldwide.

Over the years, I have written and edited more than 1,000 press releases, reports, and marketing materials. My portfolio also includes 500+ articles on sustainability, technology, travel, manufacturing, and tourism, published across websites, newsletters, newspapers, magazines, blogs, and social media. Additionally, I have prepared more than 500 speeches and talking points for senior figures, including Malaysian ministers, ambassadors, and other prominent VVIPs.

I hold a Master’s degree in Modern Language Studies from the University of Malaya, Malaysia, and a Bachelor’s degree in Translation and Interpretation from the University of Science, Malaysia. My work has earned me three Excellent Service Awards from the Ministry of Tourism, Malaysia, recognising my commitment to quality and excellence.

Here are some examples of projects I’ve worked on:

Copywriting:

Content Writing:

Copy Editing/Proofreading:

  • Petron Malaysia Sustainability Report 2025
  • Hektar REIT Annual Report 2023
  • Paramount Corporation Berhad Annual Report 2023
  • British American Tobacco Malaysia Annual Report 2023
  • MISC Eaglestar’s Horizon Newsletter (2020-2025)

Translation (English to Bahasa Melayu):

With a proven track record of delivering high-impact content across diverse formats and industries, I am confident I can meet your copywriting, editing, and translation needs with precision and creativity.

What kinds of assignments do you handle?

My services involve writing, editing, proofreading and translating a wide assortment of marketing communications materials, including feature articles, press releases, newsletters, annual reports, proposals, reports, promotional plans, product descriptions, corporate profiles, corporate video scripts, websites, etc.

Please feel free to check out my portfolio.  

How much does it cost to hire you for a project?

For any copywriting, copy editing, proofreading, or translation assignments – just tell me what you have in mind, and I’ll quote you a price.

Who are your clients, and what do they say about your copy?

"Daryl is a reliable, punctual, and responsive professional writer," says Puteri Wardatul Hayat Sabran, Vice President of Iskandar Regional Development Authority (IRDA), Malaysia. "Daryl is always easily contactable and responds promptly, which is very important to me. Daryl always delivers his work on time and updates me on his progress from time to time. I enjoy working with Daryl and would engage his services again."

Maureen Stimola from Alan Park Education Company, United States, comments: "Excellent work, thank you! Was a pleasure to work with, submitted high-quality translation work, was communicative and met all deadlines. Highly recommended."

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My past clients also include various local and international companies, such as the Malaysia Tourism Promotion Board, Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil, Ansell, Sime Darby, Malaysia International Shipping Corporation Berhad, CIMB Bank, Dimension Data, Flitto, FluentU, Jantzen, International College IMPERiA, TiVo, and Unit Peneraju Agenda Bumiputera.

To check out my list of clients, please click here. 

How long does it take you to write, edit, proofread, or translate my copy?

It depends on the length and complexity of the assignment. Ideally, I would like to have a minimum of 10 working days to work on your copy. That gives me the time to polish, edit, and revise until I’m satisfied with every word. However, if the job is a rush, just tell me the date by which you must receive the copy. If I take on the job, I guarantee that you will receive the copy by this date – or sooner.

Living by the motto 'I promised, I'll deliver', I strive to provide excellent service to every client, ensuring quality work, timely delivery, professional behaviour, good customer service, and value for money.

What happens if we want you to revise the copy?

Rewriting is free of charge. Revisions are included in the flat fee we’ve agreed to for the assignment, provided they are assigned within 30 days of receipt of the copy and are not based on a change in the assignment after the copy has been submitted. Just tell me what you want improved and what the changes are, and I’ll make them.

What are your terms and conditions?

  • My fees are for copy only.
  • Assignments are handled primarily by email and phone.
  • The copy I write is based primarily on material provided by the client.
  • There are no additional charges to the client other than those agreed to in the quotation.
  • I absorb the cost of local phone calls, internet, research, and other incidental expenses and do not bill clients for these expenses.
  • For new clients, a fee is payable 50% in advance, with the balance due upon receipt of the copy. Work will only commence upon receipt of the deposit.
  • Revisions are free provided they are - a) assigned within 30 days of receipt of the copy and b) not based on changes in the assignment made after the copy is submitted.
  • Payment terms: a) 30 days upon receipt of invoice; b) fees paid are not refundable.

How do I order from you?

Putting me to work for you is easy. Just drop me an email at daryl@darylyep.com and provide the details of the assignment/project. There is no charge for me to discuss your job with you and give you a cost estimate. And there is no obligation to buy.