American Starting Copywriting

Discussion in 'Copywriting' started by ZDigital, Dec 17, 2009.

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    I'm an American, who obviously speaks English as a native language. I'm looking at getting into copy writing but the rates on DP are so low and not even worth my time. How should I break into the market? Are there other freelance copy writing websites out there that are more worth my time?
     
    ZDigital, Dec 17, 2009 IP
  2. zaggernaut

    zaggernaut Active Member

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    hi mate,
    There are a number of threads here about starting as a freelance writer. Please look around.

    Regarding the rates, I am afraid most buyers throng DP to look out for dirt cheap writers/rewriters. That, however, doesn't mean that it's not a place for someone like you.
    My advice would be to start writing for low rates. Build a portfolio of work. Start a blog to showcase your writing style. It's better than sitting idle. By starting to write, you;d not only earn whatever little you'll, but also earn Itrader and get to learn the dynamics of DP.

    My 0.02!
    :cool:
     
    zaggernaut, Dec 17, 2009 IP
  3. ZDigital

    ZDigital Peon

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    I already own two blogs, one has been going for about three years now.
     
    ZDigital, Dec 17, 2009 IP
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    gvannorman Well-Known Member

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    Always remember to set your prices to the point where you can make enough money to make it worth your time. If your writing is worth it you will get buyers. If not, then it will become time to re-evaluate your decisions.
     
    gvannorman, Dec 19, 2009 IP
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    writesalot Peon

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    Buy a "writers marketplace" book and get into writing articles for magazines. The pay is good and you get return business if they like your style.
    Make sure you you check out the magazine first to get aquainted with their style and readership demographic, and take note of their submission guidelines.

    Rowan
     
    writesalot, Dec 19, 2009 IP
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    dlrsuperman Active Member

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    This.

    I can't believe how many writers sell their stuff for a pittance compared to what they could get from offline or online magazines among other clients.
     
    dlrsuperman, Dec 21, 2009 IP
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    jkomp Well-Known Member

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    You're right, the rates are typically very low on this site; however, quality speaks for itself. My prices start at $39.99 for a 500 word article, and I have been able to find people on here (and many more elsewhere) shrewd enough to realise that this is a bargain.

    If you're good enough, trust me, they'll pay.
     
    jkomp, Dec 22, 2009 IP
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    Start out by building a solid foundation on here and then slowly increase your rates every so often as more and more people hire you. The quality of your writing will speak for itself when you have worked with some people.
     
    creativeearth, Dec 25, 2009 IP
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    starting slowly and make sure your customer satisfied with your job...to train yourself you may write article for bukisa or triond..I just earn 100 ++ USD from bukisa last month...
     
    handsome guy, Dec 25, 2009 IP