What is a freelance copywriter?

A copywriter produces written copy, predominantly for business purposes and for marketing efforts. This can include website content and copy, blog and article writing, or social media content creation. It also may include brochure copy and creating text for other marketing and brand literature, press releases, advert copy, scripts, and much more. Copywriters usually have a high level of education with language, marketing, or business qualifications and, or, have a wealth of experience in their profession. Copywriters today often have extensive SEO, marketing, social media, internet, sales or business knowledge.

What does a copywriter do?

A copywriter will create well-written, grammatically correct, accurate and engaging copy for business, marketing, and other purposes. A freelance copywriter is usually available on a per project basis and will take on either one-off tasks or regular copy production duties. They often work on a per project, per word or per hour rate. A copywriter will work from your brief and use their own knowledge and research to produce excellent copy for your business. Some copywriters will specialise in one or a number of niche areas that fit their expertise. Copywriters can be found with experience in producing copy for any industry and any purpose. Many copywriters will have experience in writing for SEO and in producing sales copy.

How do I hire a freelance copywriter at PeoplePerHour?

At PeoplePerHour you will find thousands of available copywriters with experience in every area thinkable and based across the globe. You can find a website copywriter, an SEO copywriter, a marketing copywriter, a creative copywriter, a social media content creator, or a financial copywriter, for example. You can either browse the freelance copywriter listings and pick from the top copywriters or search for specific skills or industry keywords. Or, you can add a job at PeoplePerHour, providing the details of the exact copy you need, then wait for available and interested freelancers to quickly apply. When you have pre-selected a few candidates you are interested in you can ask them further questions, ask to see examples of their work, and hire the best match for you.

Can I find a content editor at PeoplePerHour?

Yes, we have hundreds of registered copy editors, content editors and proof readers. You can hire a content editor to take a look at the broader message of your content, and its suitability for SEO, news, or converting customers. A content editor will thoroughly check, edit and proof read your content often making further suggestions for improvement. Content editors at PeoplePerHour are available on a per project, short term, or long-term basis. You can hire a content editor to work continuously with your business helping you to plan and assign content production. They will then review and refine completed copy.

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