Question by thpinknailpolish:
Okay I’m pretty young to even think about it, but oh well.
I’ve always like reading and creating stories, so I wanted to be a writer.
Now I know it’s very hard and long to be a writer. Meaning I don’t want to have to stress about making money. Would it be okay to have sort of like a side job. I always like to idea of doing…
Category Archives: Freelance Help
Q&A: Could I be a writer but have a side job?
Posted by on May 19, 2011
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Q&A: What is a good pay rate for freelance writing services?
Posted by Shawn Mascarenas on April 15, 2011
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Question by the_siamese:
I am a freelance writer. Usually, the companies for which I work have a pre-determined rate for freelance services, such as $ 0.50 per word. I have recently been asked by a non-profit organization to help them write their newsletter, and they have asked me what my rate is. I have no idea what to tell them. I don’t know what a fair rate is. Do I charge by hour,…
Q&A: What is the best way to get your first client in copywriting?
Posted by Carlos Moorer on April 7, 2011
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Question by Terri K:
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!
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Answer by ♪ ♥ Sydney ♪ ♥
Go to craigslist.org, find your city, search under jobs, and look to see whether any…
Q&A: Do you need a degree (B.A) to become a freelance journalist?
Posted by Carlos Moorer on March 31, 2011
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Question by B. D:
Hai to you all,
I would prefer to ask actually some professional about this, but i believe any of you could simply answer the question. Here’s the situation : i haven’t yet started out entering college and taking my bachelor degree. I’m planning to continue studying film in US or Canada. But, like we all know deciding to study overseas would eventually cost a lot of money (for tuition…
Q&A: How much does a writer have in the writing/directing of their books when made into movies?
Posted by Brad Reston on March 20, 2011
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Question by Niblib:
Harry potter movies (until the most recent) are very different.
Percy Jackson, from what I’ve heard, is terrible.
LotR is close but still got a lot of differences. (Granted he’s dead and had no say)
Surly the authors wouldn’t want their novels mascaraed. How much say do they have? My Guess is not much. Or they have lots, but they’re so caught up in how much money…
Q&A: Advice needed for freelance writing position…
Posted by Robert Zimmerman on March 17, 2011
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Question by Ambi:
I have been writing stories since I was young and have always loved it. I saw an ad in a local women’s mag, and I really want to apply. Here’s the ad:
“If you love writing stories about and for women, we’d love to hear from you. Attention to detail and knowledge of AP style required. Please send resume, three writing clips and a cover letter.”
So I am just…
Q&A: How do I get anything published… looking to build a portfolio to be a freelance writer?
Posted by Lauren Chambers on March 10, 2011
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Question by Principessa:
I’m a university student in the third year of my Bachelor of Arts degree with a major in English. I’m looking to build up a writing portfolio and get some articles/stories etc. published. I really am not sure how to go about doing this. I’m considering doing some freelance writing while I’m finishing the degree. Any help or even small tips would be appreciated :) Thx
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Q&A: Craigslist users: Has anyone been offered $250 to $350 a week for article writing?
Posted by Gary Lee on March 7, 2011
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Question by exgrunt:
I got a response from my CL post for essay editing services, and received a reply from a gentleman who claims to need articles for orphanages, an article a week for $ 250. Another response offered $ 350 for two articles per week. Has anyone gotten offers like this, and how did they work out. Is it a known scam. So far the only personal information he’s asked for…
Q&A: Is it possible to get legitimate freelance writing jobs with respectable wages?
Posted by on March 4, 2011
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Question by Jessica T:
Hi Guys,
I have been freelance writing for a couple of years now. I have a B.A. in writing and literature, as well as a writing internship under my belt. I’ve written for SEO companies doing copywriting, but I’m always a ghostwriter and I never get paid more than .02 cents per word. I just want to know if this is normal? Is it possible to find paying jobs…
Q&A: How do I acknowledge ghostwriting clips on a resume?
Posted by Ada Pollack on March 4, 2011
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Question by cowryblues:
Hi all,
I’m a freelance writer with a few published clips to my name. I also did some ghostwriting that has appeared in a couple of major outlets. Is it possible to acknowledge those clips as the ghostwriter on my writer’s resume? Or is that inappropriate?
The bigger question is, how does a ghostwriter prove her writing skills for future clients except by revealing projects she’s worked on…
