Freelance Writing Open Source Software Jobs for Software industry
Find freelance writing Open Source Software jobs in the Software industry on Scripted.
- Business Intelligence (BI) Software
- User Interfaces
- Big Data
- Operating Systems
- Word Processing
- Supply Chain Management (SCM) Software
- Content Management Systems (CMSs)
- Algorithms
- Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Software
- Data Analysis
- Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software
- Healthcare Software
- Database & File Management Software
- Financial Software
- Security Software
- Multimedia, Games & Graphics Software
- Natural Language Processing (NLP)
- Software Development Kits (SDKs)
- User Experience (UX)
- Machine Learning (ML)
- Antivirus Software
- Application Programming Interfaces (APIs)
- Boolean Logic
- Software as a Service (SaaS)
- Storage & System Management Software
- Legal Software
- Networking Software
- Engineering Software
- Internet Browsers
- Human Resources Software
- Mobile App Development
- Programming Languages
- Software Support
- Quality Assurance (QA)
- Agile Development
- Artificial Intelligence
- Open Source Software
- Databases
- Blockchain
- Software Developers
- Linux
- Web Hosting Services
Creating your optimal profile in software writing
When you create your freelance writer profile on Scripted, include information about your experience writing about Software. In your profile summary, tell us what you know about writing online content for the Software industry and what makes you an excellent fit for this type of writing. Be sure to include keywords that will help clients find you, such as “software,” “technical writing,” and “academic writing.”
In your portfolio, we recommend including samples of your best Software writing. If you don’t have any previous experience in this industry, we would still love to see examples of your writing that showcase your skills.
How to create long-term relationships with software clients on Scripted
Once you have created your profile and applied for jobs, building strong relationships with your clients is essential. This is how you will start a long-term career as a freelance writer. Here are a few tips on how to build relationships with clients in the software industry:
- Be responsive to their needs and requests.
- Deliver quality work that meets their expectations.
- Communicate effectively and professionally when responding to job postings.
- Develop your content marketing and SEO skills as well as your writing skills.
The benefit of SmartMatch for software writers on Scripted
SmartMatch is a feature on Scripted that matches freelance writers with online writing jobs based on their skills and experience. This is a great way to find work in the software industry because you can respond instantly to each job alert.
Additionally, SmartMatch can help you save time because you can get straight to work on freelance writing gigs without pitching clients directly.
So that we can find the best freelance writing jobs for you, detail your experience with software freelance writing jobs.
When you find suitable freelance writing opportunities on SmartMatch, you can claim them and start immediately.
How to create pitches to win software jobs
To win a job on Scripted, you will need to create a tailored pitch to the client’s needs. In your pitch, include information about your experience with technical writing and the software industry and why you would be the perfect person for the job.
Freelance writers who land the most copywriting jobs on Scripted also:
- Demonstrate their content writing experience by sharing examples of their previous work.
- Explain why they’re excited about the project.
- Create detailed outlines for writing jobs.
If you follow these tips, you will be well on your way to getting hired for a software freelance writing job on Scripted.
Set Prices Your Knowledge and Experience Deserve
When you pitch an idea on Scripted, you get to set a price that you believe is fair to the client and your
experience. Clients can even send you an additional tip to reward you for excellent work.
Every project has a minimum price that ensures writers get paid a fair amount. You always control how much
you charge, but the minimum prevents writers from drastically undercutting each other for jobs.
Work as Much or as Little as You Want
Some writers at Scripted use the platform to earn a little extra money. Others rely on it as their main
source of income.
You can use Scripted to write as much or as little as you want. As a freelance writer, you control your schedule.
Quick Payments for Accepted Projects
Scripted partners with Stripe to get money in your bank account quickly. You can usually expect payments
to reach your account within three to five days after your client accepts the project, depending on your
Writer Tier.
Scripted's platform lets you track all of your projects and payments through a convenient dashboard.
Manage All of Your Clients From One Dashboard
As a freelance writer, staying organized can be a big challenge. As a Scripted writer you can manage all your customers, jobs, and pitches in one dashboard so you know what to prioritize and what stage every job is in. Each job is placed in one of these four stages:
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Proposals – pitches that clients are still considering.
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Writing – assignments with upcoming deadlines.
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Editing – projects in the editing stage before they get sent to clients.
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Ready for Review – jobs now in clients' hands ready for acceptance.
You can also use the Scripted dashboard to manage your Writer Portfolio, writing samples, payments, and job invitations.
Support From Scripted Team of Professionals
At some point, every writer runs into a situation they don't know how to handle. Perhaps a client demands
something outrageous, or you're not sure how to answer a question about billing.
Scripted has a support staff of professionals waiting to address your issue as quickly as possible. Just
reach out to Scripted Support to get your question answered. You'll get a friendly, helpful response ASAP.
Become a Scripted Writer
Start your application to begin finding writing jobs on Scripted. Once you create an account and submit your application, an editor will review your credentials to determine whether you have the skills necessary to join a platform of talented, hard-working writers. You don't necessarily need a lot of experience. Show that you're an excellent researcher and writer to get started. We look forward to welcoming you to the Scripted team!
Work with Great Companies
All Scripted writers have the opportunity to work with all these great companies (and many more!)
Frequently Asked Questions
We can't wait to open up Scripted to writers of every language, but unfortunately Scripted is English language only at this time.
Applications are reviewed every Friday. So if you've submitted on anytime before Friday, you'll hear back from us that week. Applications submitted on Friday are reviewed with the next week's batch.
Right now, Scripted is only accepting applications from the US and Canada. In March 2021, we'll be opening up to Europe. We intend to continue opening up the application process to the rest of the world throughout the year, so be sure to check back with us often!
You'll receive an email from us notifying you of the results and welcoming you aboard! From there, we'll help you with getting started on the platform, updating your portfolio and matching you with clients. In March 2021, all newly accepted writers will be required to attend a webinar on best practices on the platform. From there, you're free to start working on content and earning money!
We're not currently accepting reapplications at this time, due to high volume. But that may change in the future, so please check back with us from time to time!
You can always reach out to us with any questions here. We're happy to help!
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View Profile- Business Intelligence (BI) Software
- User Interfaces
- Big Data
- Operating Systems
- Word Processing
- Supply Chain Management (SCM) Software
- Content Management Systems (CMSs)
- Algorithms
- Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Software
- Data Analysis
- Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software
- Healthcare Software
- Database & File Management Software
- Financial Software
- Security Software
- Multimedia, Games & Graphics Software
- Natural Language Processing (NLP)
- Software Development Kits (SDKs)
- User Experience (UX)
- Machine Learning (ML)
- Antivirus Software
- Application Programming Interfaces (APIs)
- Boolean Logic
- Software as a Service (SaaS)
- Storage & System Management Software
- Legal Software
- Networking Software
- Engineering Software
- Internet Browsers
- Human Resources Software
- Mobile App Development
- Programming Languages
- Software Support
- Quality Assurance (QA)
- Agile Development
- Artificial Intelligence
- Open Source Software
- Databases
- Blockchain
- Software Developers
- Linux
- Web Hosting Services
