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Scoring An Entry Level Creative Writing Job: 10 Things to Know

Creative writers can develop entire worlds rich with plot twists – but getting paid for your talent is another matter. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports the average writer makes $62,170, but that’s a long shot if you’re just getting started. Even an entry level creative writing job demands an in-depth understanding of the market, preparation and patience. As a professional writer in the industry for 20 years, I know the frustrations – and the best practices to foster a successful career.

How to Write an Author Bio That Makes You Stand Out

As you build your writing portfolio, you’re likely dedicating a lot of time to choosing the right clips. But there’s another very important part of your portfolio that many writers regrettably treat as an afterthought: the author bio.  Your author bio is the first thing viewers will look at when arriving to your online portfolio. …

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How to Create a Strong Editor Portfolio (in 6 Easy Steps)

There are some writing jobs that don’t lend themselves well to the format of a traditional portfolio. Editing, for example, is one of them. To create a strong editor portfolio, you need to do more than show off your prowess for correcting grammar and polishing syntax; you need to demonstrate your analytical approach to developing a story and coaching a writer through it. To create a winning editor portfolio, follow these six steps…

5 Creative Writing Portfolio Examples To Get You Started

As a creative writer, you’re versatile. You’re skilled at weaving narratives that are compelling and inventive. When you’re in the zone, it feels like the words just flow from your fingers and onto the page… well, except when writing your own portfolio. Sound familiar? You’re not alone – sometimes, the hardest writing to do is the kind promoting yourself and your own skills. Yet, it’s an essential task if you want to make a living as a creative writer. To help clear up the writer’s block that can happen when creating your portfolio, take a look at these five creative writing portfolio examples.

How to Build a Personal Website (And Your Writing Career)

What’s the first thing you do when you meet someone new and interesting? If you’re like us, you go home and Google them to learn more. The freelance writing world is no different; your online reputation helps readers learn more about you and assists prospective clients in deciding whether to hire you.  Thus, if you …

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The 6 Best Freelance Writing Job Boards (without the B.S.)

Becoming a freelance writer takes hustle, organization and perseverance. You’ll need to build a portfolio, seek out gigs and manage your workload to keep a steady flow of income. Rarely do all the pieces fall into place all at once.  For most freelance writers, building up to a full-time income is a process that takes …

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7 Little-Known Types of Lucrative Article Writing Jobs

Articles inform and tell stories – and our need for information and hunger for stories, are both still going strong. What’s changed is where the good money is in writing articles for clients. So, where can you still earn well in article writing? Here are seven great opportunities beyond the consumer magazines on your local newsstand…