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Is there a word that gives you guys trouble? I always struggle with “definitely”. 😡

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Wondering if any copywriters are willing to share their resumes?

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Hey friends! Any thoughts on the best — or just the least terrible — agencies in Chicago? Management at my agency (within Publicis) has been promising me a promotion for the longest time but it’s term… more

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How often does your CD rewrite your copy??

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Looking for a copywriting mentor to guide me through the job search process. Someone with a creative writing background would be ideal but I’d be hugely grateful to anyone willing to talk with about tips … more

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HI there. I've been asked to provide marketing consulting services, with some creative and copywriting execution work. Not sure what to charge for a rate and how often. Is a monthly retainer ideal… more

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JR CWs in LA, what are you making and how much exp do you have? Please and thank you.

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Where is the best place to find job listings for remote junior copywriters?

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Any success stories here of people who have transitioned from copywriting to adjacent industries? Like product marketing, brand marketing, creative recruiting, etc.

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I’m a Jr. Copywriter and people said my lines are too straight all the time. Any advice?

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Hello! New here and looking for some advice. I’m a freelance journalist looking to pivot into full-time copywriting after a 3-year gig teaching literature, writing and journalism at U of Iowa. I have … more

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I’ve posted on here a couple times about how my ex company sucked ass and burnt the 💩 out of me. I really want to expose them so that no one will choose to be my replacement and repeat this cycle of suffering, b… more

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I've been offered some freelance work building email campaigns for a startup. It's most raw copywriting, while helping them hone in on brand voice and offering some strategic thinking.

How muc… more

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Hi, are many of you encountering (as far as you know) AI in the recruitment process? For those of you looking for work, are you using AI in any kind of way to create or refine your resume or your port… more

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I have been applying on LinkedIn for a few positions and I have received more than a couple messages telling me that my application has been shortlisted and to email my writing samples or links to my … more

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Has anyone worked on a stroke awareness campaign? Creative headlines?

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Do you think any of us stand a chance to land a gig now that there are so many ex-WK creatives on the market now? I’ve been out of work for 6 months and almost every recruiter and agency is now postin… more

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You’re an agency based in the US in need of a mid- level copywriter. What is your name, agency?

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I'm sorry, but $30 an hour?!?! In 2024?!?! What on Earth is going on with these cheap companies and their expecting people with decades of experience to accept that joke of a wage.

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Whats the creative like at saatchi ny right now?

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Any creatives know what it’s like at Critical Mass?

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Alright I’ve denied it long enough. I dunno what the future of AI is but I gotta be ready. Anyone have any resources for prompt writing direction applicable to our line of work? What should I be learn… more

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Do you guy have web recommendations for sound effects library? Like eyecandy for visual but this one for sound effects.

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is social really the future of advertising

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Does anyone have experience with the blogging/article writing/email marketing writing side of copywriting?

I’ve spent my career in large NYC advertising agencies doing TV, social, and digital.

But I’m i… more

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I come from a background of script and creative writing looking to break into copywriting!

Any tips on putting together a copywriting portfolio with hopes of obtaining a job in the field? Real examples… more

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Any Phoenix-based full-time freelance writers in here? Looking for someone to help me out with some upcoming work. DM me!

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From current market research, I’ve noticed that my salary is WAY under industry standards. I’m currently working as a Senior Copywriter & making $60K/year CAD. Is this the average from your experi… more

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Do you write outside of advertising?

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I’ve been working on my copywriting skills and am looking for book reccos :)

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Y’all ever get writers block? If so, for how long and what do you do to remedy it?

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Anyone officially using AI as a part of your job? If so, how? Concepting? Spinning out a bunch of iterations for display ads/social? Also, what tools are you using? I’ve played around a little with ChatGP… more

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When showing options, do you always say “reco” or do you ever say “preferred”? My boss always puts “preferred” with the “alt” under it. IMO, “reco” sounds like it comes from a place of expertise and f… more

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How do y'all feel about the application process coming with a required full writing assignment that is unpaid? One that would take you more than 30 minutes to complete...

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I’m currently the only copywriter at an agency that’s growing really quickly. For 8 months they’ve refused to hire an additional writer, despite my multiple attempts of asking for help. My mental health has been … more

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LA: hiring a mid-level CW (3-5 years of experience). Must be located in LA. DM me if interested!

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I've been working as a content writer for a while now. I recently got offered a job as a social media copywriter. On average, how long does it take to create a good Instagram caption of about 190 … more

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