Copywriters

Hi! I am a recent portfolio school grad who is looking to enter the industry after about 8 years in a diff. career (totally burned out, healthcare) and using my 20's chasing band dreams and gradua… more

Is anyone else absolutely exhausted by the performative “girlboss” energy in brand copy? I’ve written so many lines like “You got this, queen 💅” and “Treat yo’self, babe” that I’m starting to cringe … more

My coworker keeps editing my copy after it’s already approved and live, then sends it to the client as “the updated version.” No heads-up, no discussion, just quiet edits that change tone or meaning, … more

AI tools are only as good as the writer using them. I’m not scared of ChatGPT, I’m scared of clients seeing it in my workflow and thinking, “Cool, so we don’t need to pay you full rate anymore.” I use… more

Client ghosted me after approving the first draft and I haven’t heard from them in 3 weeks. No feedback, no payment. At what point do you send the firm but polite “I will take further action” email?

How do you land a copywriting job in a foreign country when you can’t work in your home country anymore?
It’s been tough trying to break into the copywriting scene abroad. Most agencies hire locals because o… more

How do you keep your brain fresh when every brand you write for is just a variation of “cheeky Gen Z sass” or “chill millennial mom”? I’m starting to forget what my own writing voice sounds like. Tips… more

Just got offered a copy lead role, except they want to keep my current title and pay, and just “see how I handle the added responsibility.” So basically, I’d still be an IC, but now I’m supposed to gu… more

Writing tone of voice guidelines is harder than writing the actual copy. Fight me. Why do we overcomplicate something that should feel intuitive?

Client keeps asking for “more punch” and “extra sparkle,” but gives zero concrete feedback or direction. Every draft I send gets vague comments like “make it pop” or “needs more wow,” and I’m sitting … more

What are the key characteristic differences between a senior copywriter and mid-level copywriter?

preacher is looking for a sr cw willing to move to Austin for any writers down to make that move

Why does every creative director I’ve had (all men) treat copy like it’s the side salad to the big sexy design entrée? I want to lead a team someday, but I’m tired of being the “word girl” in brainsto… more

My agency just merged with another and now everything’s gone from quirky and fun to “synergy optimization decks” and 5 layers of approval. The culture shift is real, and I’m not sure I’m vibing with i… more

One of my biggest career wins came from a random Twitter DM I almost ignored. Someone liked a snarky subject line I posted, we started chatting, and it turned into a legit friendship. She’s sent me fi… more

Has anyone else been called out for using AI based on punctuation? My CD flagged two em-dashes in my copy as “AI artifacts.” I’ve been with this freelance client for six months with no issues until no… more

Any tips on getting a freelance role while employed full time? A little extra income would be so nice 🥲

What do you charge for a blog post? (I’m a senior writer with 20 years of experience). Fairly easy research and writing plus SEO. I imagine it will 2-4 hours of work, 2x a month.

Is it just me or does working from home mess with your sense of identity as a writer? Some days I don’t feel like a “real” creative unless I’m bantering in a conference room and stress-eating bagels w… more

First substantial freelance project coming to a close. How do you keep track of necessary info for taxes (US based)? It’s a DBA business for now, and I will need to pay another solo for their help (we… more

Is it impossible to feel safe in this career? All I ever hear from my relatives or my parents' annoying friends is unsolicited advice about how I had my good years in copywriting here but should s… more

So, is moving to healthcare the only way to get a new job?

Anyone here in internal comms? Always wanted to know what its like

Let's say you take on a new client from Upwork. Then quickly learn their political and personal beliefs are pretty offensive, and you feel gross talking to this guy. But you can't think of a w… more

I have been applying for Remote copywriting roles and I haven't gotten an interest in my direction. Any help please?

Does everyone typically like their own writing or think it's good? Because I always feel like I'm creating complete crap. When I submit it, I'm just waiting for the client to complain or f… more

What does everyone hate more, a client with bad communication or a client who overcommunicates? I have a client who wants to meet every day, sometimes twice a day, and he rambles on and on. If I can e… more

What’s a good hourly rate for freelance copywriters (senior) at agencies in expensive cities like Miami and LA? Considering not being paid for time off, insurance, self employed taxes, etc.

Does anyone know of sites to find freelance or short-term gigs...besides Fiverr and Upwork? The jobs there seem to be drying up

Question for copywriters in the pharma and medical field - do you feel generally competitive and well-paid in your role?

I constantly see job openings in this niche, and they are always so strict abou… more

My CMO was introducing me to her boss recently and made a point to say that in the future I will be "leveraging AI to tailor the copy based on channel"... I know this is a big topic in terms… more

How much does everyone charge for their work? I've been charging $25 an hour or $25 for 1,500 words. Does this sound about right?

You know what I find annoying? ChatGPT using em dashes. Now I don’t feel like using them anymore.

So, what are everyone's thoughts on AI? Is it a helpful tool you use to make your job easier, or do you see it as the end of your career? I personally feel that it is a cheap cheat and something n… more

Is it too old to break into advertising if you are 40s?

I don’t think being a “generalist” is a disadvantage. in fact, it’s been my biggest asset. Over the last six years, I’ve written everything from SaaS landing pages to DTC skincare ads to nonprofit fun… more

I recently got passed over for a job because my portfolio wasn't "quirky" enough despite explaining the previous agency I worked for did not exactly have clients willing to go the extra creative mil… more

I’ve been in the same Senior Copywriter role for three years with solid reviews, no complaints. But last week, in a totally casual convo, I found out my coworker (same title, same experience, same tea… more