Copywriters?! Who needs em?
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- Dolorosa
Hey all. I am an extremely "green" copywriter and I am having a hell of a time finding my way. I didn't go to school for it and I've only done a few freelance things but everyone says that I have a gift for it. I was wondering how important school is for a potential copywriter and I was also wondering if anyone knew how I could get more experience. It's kind of a vicious cycle where no one wants to give you a job if you have no experience but you can't get that experience if no one gives you a job... Anyway, thanks for your time.
- jdcomba0
i have a friend who went from graphic design to copywrighting, he got experience doing freelance jobs, where he had to do his own copywriting.
i also have another friend who does copywrighting for etnies. websites need copywrighters. look on mediabistro.com and malakye.com
- kelpie0
see "self bio" thread and make a name for yourself :)
- donal0
few books listed under "writing" here :
http://www.coudal.com/library.ph…
- Dolorosa0
Thanks for the help guys. Much appreciated.
- jdcomba0
these guyys need one.
http://www.area17.com/engine/bro…
- barbara0
re: experience, that's where school, (even a short study period) could help you connect not only with other writers but w/ an internship that could spring board you to other opportunities. also look for copywriter organizations/clubs/groups in your area. search out industry gatherings and meet people that do what you want to do. some work samples and enthusiasm could get you to interesting places. :)
- gadg3tg1rl0
A copywriter/creative director I worked with a few months ago switched careers (he used to pilot airplanes in South Africa) and was told the big money is in copywriting. He got his foot in the door and has no real schooling for it. He's now holding that position at an ad agency here in Vancouver.
- C_ville0
Dude, we need one badly
http://www.inovasolutions.com/co…
We need an entry-level designer, too....
http://www.newstoday.com/jobs/Charlottesville's not a bad place to live!
- spongebob0
Do you have a 'book'?
Copywriters need to have their own portfolio as well you know. It doesn't need to be well designed (though I'm sure there are folks here who would help if your ideas are good), but it definitely must have good ideas.
- hiten0
i need a copywriter for a coverletter. I need some major help actually for my cover letter maybe we can hook up a deal or something . and im totally serious...i need help