Hey freelance writers: Let's talk about writer's block. I know, I know. You don't want to say it out loud. It's like "Voldemort" or actors saying "Macbeth" out loud (that's why they call it " The Scottish Play "). But, like the common cold, writer's block is out there ...
As the freelance economy continues to grow, freelancers are becoming more and more common. These people are self-employed or work for contracting companies that provide them with short-term contracts for specialized projects. The number of freelancers has recently passed 1.2 billion and is expected to grow even further, so you ...
You officially quit your 9-5 job, seeking a career that provides you with greater flexibility. You've always loved writing and have heard there are plenty of opportunities to develop a rewarding career, but how do you get from point A to point B? How do you transition from the job ...
Should you make writing a freelance career option? Read all about it in this engaging blog post from Scripted.
In this article, we'll give you tips on how to communicate effectively so that editors know exactly what you want and expect from them. What are some reasons that writers and clients may want to communicate with editors? How should writers approach the editing process? Why is it important for clients to provide clear instructions when working with an editor? When sending emails, what are some things writers should remember?
Welcome back to the Scripted Podcast! In the first episode of 2021 John and Kevin sit down with veteran Scripted Editors Matthew Thompson & Rachel MacAulay to talk about the often contentious, but symbiotic relationship between a writer and their editor. How should an editor approach their relationship with freelance ...
In this episode of The Scripted Podcast we sit down with founder and CEO of Web Savvy Marketing Rebecca Gill to talk about the important relationship between marketing agencies and content writers. We discuss how she identifies a great copy writer, what skills are important for an agency when hiring a copywriter, and the SEO and Content Marketing landscape in these uncertain times.
In this month's writer spotlight we sit down with Scripted writer Krista H. Krista comes to us from Canada, where she studied psychology and neuroscience. Still active in her research, she now focuses on all aspects of health — both mental and physical. Based on her strong research skills, she is confident in a wide range of topics. Her specialties are health, nutrition, neuroscience, and business. She also owns a small business, which is most certainly her creative outlet!
In this episode of The Scripted Podcast we continue our conversation with Scripted writer Brian Penny on content promotion, specifically promoting content on LinkedIn, utilizing social media landing pages, and how to work within other platforms like Reddit, Discord, and even how to leverage video games as a marketer.
In this episode of The Scripted Podcast we continue our conversation with Scripted writer Brian Penny on content promotion, specifically using social media to promote content through industry specific groups and knowing the difference between good and bad click bait.