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I am seeking a freelancer with technical expertise in Open Journal Systems (OJS) to set up four academic journals from start to finish. The setup includes all technical configurations required to launch the journals. Content-related aspects, such as aims, scope, and editorial policies, will be handled separately. Ideal candidates should have prior experience with OJS and journal setups.
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Greetings, I see that you’re looking for someone to set up four academic journals using Open Journal Systems (OJS). This involves all the technical configurations necessary to get these journals up and running, while you handle the content-related aspects separately. I have a solid background in working with OJS and have successfully set up various journals in the past. My approach would involve a thorough understanding of your specific requirements for each journal, ensuring that all technical settings are correctly configured. I would focus on creating a user-friendly experience for both editors and authors, making the launch smooth and efficient. With my technical expertise and attention to detail, I’m confident I can help you achieve your goals for these journals. Best regards, Saba Ehsan
$240 USD in 3 days
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I’ll start by mapping the four journals within your OJS installation, then configure each journal’s identity, registration settings, submission workflow, editorial roles, review stages, email templates, and publishing options so they are ready for launch without touching the content work you are handling separately. You will receive four fully configured, launch-ready academic journals in 3 days, including the required PHP/server-side adjustments, database settings, mail configuration, permissions, and a practical check of the complete submission-to-publication flow. I’ll keep the setup consistent across journals while preserving each journal’s independent settings and branding. Will the four journals share one OJS installation, or should each run separately? Muhammad Saad
$220 USD in 3 days
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Hello, I see you need to set up four academic journals using Open Journal Systems (OJS). A hidden challenge is configuring OJS for distinct workflows and user roles across multiple journals. With 10+ years of backend experience in PHP and Laravel and strong frontend skills, Smart Sols can tailor OJS setups efficiently. How do you want to manage peer review stages across these journals? Let's start building your tailored OJS platform.
$255 USD in 7 days
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Affordable, Early Delivery. ★★★★★★★★★★★★★★I hold a Masters degree which gives me the requisite background to handle writing from various subjects. I am a highly committed person towards my work. You can rely on QualityXenter for quality and consistency in writing. We never violate copyright rules. I have vast amount of experience in this industry since I am working from 2015 as a professional writer. I provide many modifications till to get your satisfactions. I have access to enough journals to use in your research project. I always produce quality work at VERY LOW RATES so, don't worry if you have a low budget for your work, I will be very happy to make a new client like you. I am producing quality work for my clients including ARTICLE WRITING, REPORT WRITING, ESSAY WRITING, RESEARCH PAPERS, BUSINESS PLAN, TECHNICAL WRITING, MATLAB, THESIS, ACCOUNTING & FINANCE work ETC. Go through my profile link https://www.freelancer.com/u/qualityxenter
$160 USD in 1 day
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Greetings, I see you're looking for someone to set up four academic journals using Open Journal Systems (OJS). This involves handling all the technical configurations to ensure the journals are ready for launch, while you’ll manage the content aspects separately. With my experience in OJS, I’m confident in my ability to guide you through the setup process smoothly. I understand the importance of having a well-configured platform to facilitate the journal's operations, and I can assist with everything from installation to customizing features based on your needs. To tailor the setup effectively, could you share any specific functionalities or features you envision for these journals? Best regards, Mehran Riaz
$225 USD in 7 days
5.8
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I can handle the full technical setup for your four academic journals in OJS, getting them ready to launch smoothly. I’ve helped other academic clients configure multiple journals at once, making sure all system settings, user roles, and workflow steps were properly set up for seamless editorial processes. To tailor the setup: Do you have a preferred version of OJS, or should I work with the latest stable release? Also, will you need any customizations beyond the standard OJS features, such as specific plugins or branding? Setting up technical configurations like submission workflows, peer review processes, and notification systems can be done quickly based on similar projects I’ve completed. I’m ready to start configuring the journals right away so you can focus on the content details separately.
$150 USD in 7 days
5.9
5.9

Hi, I understand you need a professional to set up four academic journals using Open Journal Systems (OJS), focusing solely on the technical configurations necessary for launch. This project involves configuring the OJS platform to accommodate multiple journals, which requires careful attention to detail to ensure each journal is set up correctly and independently. A key challenge in this project is ensuring that each journal has its own unique settings while maintaining a stable and efficient system. My approach would involve initially assessing the server environment and then prioritizing the configuration of essential components such as user roles, workflows, and plugin integrations to ensure a seamless setup. With extensive experience in PHP and having previously set up several academic journals using OJS, I am well-equipped to handle the technical nuances of this project. Q1 – Are all four journals to be hosted on the same server, or will they require separate instances? Q2 – Do you have any specific themes or plugins in mind that need to be integrated during the setup? Q3 – Is there a deadline for the completion of these setups, considering any upcoming journal launches? Looking forward to hearing from you.
$150 USD in 7 days
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With my diverse skill set and extensive experience in writing, research, and technical work, I'm confident that I can handle your OJS academic journal setup project meticulously. Having worked on numerous content related projects similar to yours, I understand the importance of clear language, accurate information presentation, and an organized workflow. My proficiency in content management systems, including OJS, is one of my key strengths for this task. I've previously dealt with technical matters concerning OJS setups and possess in-depth knowledge about the system's nuances that facilitate an efficient and effective journal establishment process. In summary, from content creation to setting up editorial policies and system configurations, let me manage the entire process of launching your four academic journals professionally. Alongside my technical skills, my commitment to delivering quality work on time and with superb attention to detail makes me the top contender for this job.
$150 USD in 1 day
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Hi there, Setting up four OJS academic journals requires consistent technical configuration across journal instances, workflows, roles, publishing settings, and launch readiness, not editorial content development. I have strong hands-on experience with Research and have solved similar problems involving structured academic publishing workflows and multi-journal platform configuration. My approach would be to: * Review the existing OJS installation, hosting environment, version, and current implementation. * Identify the root cause of any configuration gaps and determine what can be reused versus what needs to be changed. * Implement a clean, maintainable solution using Open Journal Systems and its journal-management configuration. * Test edge cases, reliability, performance, security, and integration behavior across all four journals. * Deploy or integrate the setup without disrupting the existing system. I will use a standardized configuration baseline while validating journal-specific settings, permissions, submission workflows, email templates, and publishing requirements. This reduces inconsistencies and makes future maintenance more reliable. I prefer fixing the actual root cause rather than applying temporary patches, and I will keep the implementation simple, stable, and maintainable. I can start by reviewing the OJS installation, hosting environment, and current setup, then proceed with the most practical solution. Best regards, Ian
$250 USD in 6 days
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✓ Free Offer: I would be happy to set up one journal environment or complete an initial OJS configuration step as a demonstration of my approach before proceeding with all four journals. Moreover, I understand that you need a complete technical setup for four academic journals using the latest stable OJS 3.5 LTS release. Since hosting is not yet configured, the work will include the server/OJS environment as well as the journal-level technical configuration required to make each journal ready for launch. I understand the importance of handling academic publishing platforms carefully so that each journal is independently configured and ready for future editorial management. My process includes: ➡️ Reviewing the hosting/server requirements for OJS 3.5 LTS ➡️ Configuring the hosting environment and required dependencies ➡️ Installing and securely configuring OJS ➡️ Setting up all four journals within the OJS environment ➡️ Configuring journal-specific technical settings and user roles ➡️ Checking email, file storage, access, and basic system functionality ➡️ Testing workflows and permissions for each journal ➡️ Performing a final technical review before handover ➡️ Providing clear handover information for ongoing administration ✓ Guarantee: I will keep the four journal configurations organised and technically consistent while treating each journal as a separate publishing environment where required. Your Academic Publishing & OJS Setup Specialist, Ahsan Irfan
$200 USD in 1 day
4.7
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Hi, I’d handle the technical launch of your four journals while leaving aims, scope and editorial policies with your team. I’d first review hosting and confirm whether the journals should share an OJS installation or run separately. The setup would cover installation, journal configuration, branding, user roles, submission/review workflows, email delivery, file storage, scheduled tasks, HTTPS and backups. Before launch, I’d test each journal using sample submissions through review, acceptance and publication, checking permissions and notification delivery. Any DOI, indexing or external-service integrations would be scoped against the accounts you provide. You’d receive administrator access, configuration documentation and a short handover covering maintenance, backups and routine technical tasks. My background includes web development and deployment, but I don’t have a verified OJS journal launch to present. Allow approximately 2–3 weeks after confirming hosting and integration requirements. I’m available immediately, 40 hours weekly, at $40/hour. I have two questions: Q1: Do you already have hosting, domains and an OJS installation for any of the journals? Q2: Which languages, submission workflows and DOI/indexing integrations are required at launch?
$225 USD in 7 days
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Hi, I’m Mikhail. I’m an experienced digital professional with a strong background in web development, AI solutions, automation, digital marketing, and creative production. I’ve reviewed your project, and I understand that you’re looking for someone who can deliver high-quality work while also understanding the bigger business goal behind it. My approach is simple: I focus on understanding exactly what you need, creating a practical solution, and delivering professional results on time. I have extensive experience with Open Journal Systems, having successfully set up multiple academic journals, ensuring all technical configurations are flawlessly executed. I’m comfortable working independently, communicating clearly throughout the project, and making revisions based on your feedback. I’m not just looking to complete a task—I want to ensure the final result provides real value and meets your specific requirements. I’d be happy to discuss your requirements, show you relevant examples of my work, and explain how I would approach your project.
$150 USD in 7 days
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