My name is Ed Maraist. I graduated from the United States Naval Academy with a Bachelors in Economics and from the University of Maryland with a Masters in Management. In addition to flying helicopters, propeller planes and jets, I've also had over ten years experience, including six years in the Pentagon, editing and proofreading the professional work of others. As a senior leader, I also had the opportunity to advise hundreds of subordinates on their advanced education goals and aspirations.I am currently a pilot for United Airlines and look forward to helping you further your education.

As scientist with a PhD from Oxford and one of ZhiShiQ's Senior Advisors, I have helped hundreds of clients make successful applications to graduate/undergraduate programs to some of the world's most prestigious universities: think Cambridge, Oxford, LSE, UCL, MIT, Yale, Harvard, Stanford, NUS, HKUST, and ETHZ.

Creator of Antioch High School's Media/Tech Academy, Sean is now an Principal at Washington Middle College High School in West Sacramento. He is also an Adjunct Dramatic Arts Professor for Los Medanos College in Pittsburg, California.

I am currently finishing a doctorate in political philosophy at St Anne's College, Oxford. I have a Masters in Politics from Brasenose College, Oxford, and a BA in Economics and Politics from York University. I have a keen eye for style and was nominated for a Guardian Student Media Award in 2009. I have also carried out editing work professionally for the Westminster think tank Politeia.

I have 7 years experience as an editor and writer for online content, and I am happy to help you with whatever editing needs you may have. I can advise on content for websites or social media as well.

Ph.D. in English Language and Literature; high school and college English teacher for 20+ years; published writer in multiple genres, including the personal essay; course developer and author for 12+ years

Hi! I’m Harish, and I specialise in the editing and writing of personal statements, resumes, and academic content, as well as running interview practice sessions and the provision of advice relating to all aspects of an academic application. Prior to joining ZHISHIQ, I offered my writing services on a self-employed basis, and in this role, worked with a large number applicants to craft arresting, succinct, and successful personal statements for a range of courses. I am currently a PhD candidate in Philosophy at a UK Russell Group university, hold two Master’s degrees, and a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from University College London. I have also worked full-time as a chartered accountant at a consultancy firm in London and as a policy advisor in the Civil Service. Please read on to see how I can use the knowledge and skills gained from these ventures to help you with your application.

I have six years of experience helping students with academic writing, including personal statements, application letters, and publications. Having just finished my PhD in the philosophy of education, I also hold a MA in Philosophy of Education from UCL IoE and a MSc in Higher Education from Oxford University. Higher education is my passion and as a long-time international student from the USA in the UK, I am keen to help you achieve your educational goals at top universities.

British qualified commercial solicitor (non-practising) with legal experience working in Intellectual Property Litigation, Real Estate, Private Client and Financial Services. Also experienced in the media sector, having worked for MTV Networks and EMI Music.

A professional researcher, writer, and editor with a background in public policy and education.