CopyWriting Knowledge Base
Is copywriting a decent career? I really want to study english at college but am afraid of how practical the degree will be; but I do know that you can get in to copywriting with an english degree. Is copywriting a decent career?
Copywriting? How can I transition from writing and producing for broadcast journalism to copywriting?
What is the best way to break into copywriting or freelance copywriting? I have done some reasearch on copywriting. It seems to be a very interesting and profitable career field. However, I have no clue on how anyone would go about starting a career in this field. I am particularly interested in freelance copywriting. I was wondering if anyone out here had any good advice or tips on how to start out in this business. I would like to start on a part time basis doing freelance work and hopefully take it from there.
What should a good beginner copywriting portfolio include? I'm currently employed at an ad agency, but not in a creative position. I want to work my way into a Copywriting position but I don't have any produced or printed ads. If I want to put together a portfolio that showcases my skills as a writer, what all should it include? Furthermore, how does someone in my situation land a job as a Junior Copywriter, or make the transition into a creative position?
What is the best way to get your first client in copywriting? I am considering a career change from high tech/corporate to freelance copywriting. I consider myself a good writer but am not sure how to break into the field. I've been through training at the local Community College and have read all the books and feel ready!
What should a copywriting portfolio look like? I'm putting together my portfolio and i thought i had a good book going. After applying and hearing that my book wasn't put together right and didn't look right i'm confused. What should a portfolio for a copywriter look like specificly?
Where can you find copywriting freelance work? Hi am an advertising copywriter looking for projects. I have used american sites where you bid for projects but have yet to find one UK based. Does anyone know of any or any good sites to look for writing work?
Do you know a good company in LA, CA, where I can do copywriting and copyediting? I want to do marketing copyediting and copywriting in a corporate marketing department. My interests are travel and tourism, multicultural communications (although I'm not fluent in anything but English), health care, or fun consumer products like toys. I'm not interested in the entertainment industry and I don't want to work in the ego-ridden atmosphere of an advertising agency. Got any ideas? Thanks for your help. I really need some suggestions.
How should I go about copywriting a business name? I would like to handle the enitre process myself without an accountant or lawyer at the lowest possible fee. Also, what other legal protections are there for a copyrighted business name? I already have the .com address for it. I am expecting great things from the business name and want to make sure no one else uses it.
Copywriting for sales improve skills and ebook? What is the best way to improve your copy writing skills to make sales(So that people who read your article will want to buy whatever you are selling) and what is the best ebook out there on the moment for copy writing.
Copywriting or Registering a Pen Name? I have been writing under a pen name, though none is public (internet) or published. Do I need to register or copywrite my pen name? It's pretty good and I don't want for anyone to use it--no, it's not something so common, but it's good. Plus, I am no longer friends with someone who knows the name and I don't want for him to use it. Serious answers only!!! Thanks in advance! FYI: I want a pen name because the info is sensitive and I don't want certain people to associate details to me. Thanks anyways.
how much to charge for freelance copywriting? i have an year's experience in one of the worlds best ad agency. .how much can i charge for a brochure having 5 pages of a local brand.And how much for ads that require just a one or two lines?I have absolutely no idea what it costs in india.
Would this be copywriting and would it get me in Jail? I want to download a video from youtube on google video. The problem is it's copywrited. All I wanna do is put it on google, download it to my PSP and then delete it. Would this be infringement and would I go to jail?
I'm looking for information on copywriting/publishing a childrens book.? I wrote a childrens book. It's in rough draft and I'm wondering how to go about getting it copyrighted and published. I need ligit information please. I've checked websites etc..but have not found what I'm looking for. Are there any online schools to attend for book writing? I thought years ago, there was one for writing childrens books. Thanks in advance!
Are there any online courses in India on ad/copywriting for non ad professionals? I'm a banker looking for a change of career, but before I take the leap of faith, i'd like to see if I have the skills for it and if it is as interesting as I think. Would like to do a quick online course(which ideally doesn't cost too much!)...are there any Indian ones? I don't have time to attend offline courses and cannot take leave to do a course...
In print ad, which is more important copywriting or visual? i wanna know that in print ad, people are more attract to visual or the copywriting? what is mean by the copywriting? and what is actually mean by the visual in the print ad? are copy n visual connected to each other? is there any fact tell that people are attract to visual more rather than the copywriting itself in print ad? hope someone can tell me more....
What sites are recommended for copywriting tips? I have some photos and short stories that I'd like others to read but I need to have them copywrited. Can someone help me by forwarding me to a company or website. Or can you tell me how this works. Until then, I'm not posting my work lol I'd like to enter some contest.
copywriting laws on borrowing photographs for facebook groups? hello. If I took a photo off the internet (for example, yahoo) and posted it on a group as an example of what the group is about, is there anything I could say in the description that would make it legal to do so? for example... " I claim no rights to these photographs"? Hope that makes sense. can I just add that the pictures I have posted on the group are public pictures of our local town. Not nessisarily Photographs. Does this make any difference?
Atention authors and whoever knows stuff about copywriting? im scared to send my manuscript to many literary agents becoz i do not reside in states but in a U.S. Territory. I want to copywrite my manuscript so if ever someone decides to 'steal' my manuscript after i send it, i wont be empty handed. does anyone know a way? I MEANT 'COPYRIGHTING' sorry for the mispell xD
copywriting and sculpture; do these careers go together? Hi, when it comes to possible careers, I have two first loves copywriting and sculpture. I realize that I can probably only make a living off one, (probably the copywriting,) but I’m not sure I’m ready to give up the sculpture. Is there any way to combine them or something?
Can anyone help me to start free lance writing, or copywriting? I have been looking into free lance writing but have no idea where to start with no experience. i will not spend money to freelance write, i want to make money! does anyone know any sites that can make me money with not experience? i also hear that coywriting is highly profitable, does anyone know where to start with that and how to make a living off of one of these two, if not both!
What is the difference between copywriting a product, and a patent? Do i need to do both? My mom and i have a business where we create designs and put them onto white collar shirts, and sale them as womens blouses. So for each design, do we have to copyright each design or patent each design? What is the cheapest way to do what we need to do before getting it ready for mass production?
Where can I learn copywriting online? I'm currently doing affiliate marketing and would like to improve my copywriting skills. Copywriting in the sense of advertising. E.G. "discover the 10 secrets that will accelerate your fatburning"
Where on earth can you get good copywriting classes? I hate it when I am stuck without any idea on how to write good copy for ads. My boss tells me that my choice of words aren't good enough, or my words are too complex, or I don't have the tone of the people I'm speaking to.. I mean, what the hell? As long as I'm writing good copy with interesting words, isn't it enough? Maybe I need copywriting lessons. So, any idea where I can get copywriting lessons from an expert? I can't be stuck at this position anymore!!!!!!
How to get a copywriting job? I am looking to get a copywriting job. I am already working in a similar role but looking to move to a better place. I have done a degree in journalism. My question is aiming at experienced copywriters and people working in the industry who can help me deciding what courses and qualifications are nesesarry in order to land a copywriting job. Thanks.
What to wear to a Junior copywriting interview for an ad agency? I know the standard black suit and neutral top on a woman (pearls, kitten heels and the whole 9 yards) are the typical interview attire, but does it apply to an actual creative position in an advertising agency? What can I wear that is polished, but intriguing? I'm looking for something that can make my presentation memorable. HELP!
How does one go about copywriting a book? How or what is suppose to be done to copy write a book? Is it expensive? Also, would I be able to use names as in, "He was wearing Armani Exchange" or "They went to Starbucks."? Or do I need permission from them to do so in a book? Thank you for your answers. =)
Is it copywriting if I use orchestra in a music video? I'm very curious to know, because I keep hearing people say that using original orchestra pieces and nursery rhymes in videos, music, etc. Is not against copywrite laws. Please help me out. Is this true? I really want to use In The Hall Of The Mountain King by Edvard Grieg for a video but I don't want to risk the copywrite laws :'(
How do I learn SEO (search engine optimization) copywriting? I'm a mostly-traditional advertising copywriter hoping to expand my digital horizons and am looking to learn SEO (search engine optimization) copywriting. I live in NYC, and I'd rather take an actual class at a location than an online course. Anyone have any good suggestions? Thanks.
how much should I charge for copywriting? I'm a freelance graphic designer, and a client I am trying to land is asking me how much would do I charge for copywritting? I'm actually still in school furthering my graphic design degree to a bachelors. Is their a certain art to pricing. I don't want to charge too much or too little.
How do I get into adversiting and media copywriting? I lost my job and have always wanted to be in this field. Recently I joined a couple of sites, but it doesn't take long to do the math. These sites won't provide a living. I live in Spokane WA, and want to write copy, design logo's, and provide media copy. What should I do, and what equipment do I need to start putting together a decent portfolio.