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Published on Nov 20, 2015

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PRESENTATION OUTLINE

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Copywriters write a variety of text

  • Advertising and marketing copy
  • Public relations copy
  • Speeches
  • Ghostwriting
  • Editing

Required skills

  • Strong English language skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Research skills
  • Curiousity
  • Ability to listen

how to become one

A degree is helpful but not required

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  • Get an internship or work experience
  • Have writing experience
  • Develop a portfolio
  • Maintain a web presence

David Ogilvy

Hailed as the "Father of Advertising"

Copywriters work in a variety of firms and/or as freelancers

professional organizations

  • The Professional Copywriters Association
  • Professional Writers Association
  • National Association of Independent Writers and Editors

$55,000

Average median national salary for copywriters

Median Salary by City

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