At some point in your copywriting career, you'll likely have a client that asks you to do a copy test. A copy test is a way for them to gauge whether or not you're a good fit for the job, particularly if they're hiring for a full-time job and want to find the best candidate for their role. That said, clients have many ways of conducting copy tests, whether it's a timed … [Read more...]
Ep. 54: Post-Interview Must Dos (Part 3 of 3)
The last episode on our three-part series on how to nail your copywriting interview is perhaps the most overlooked. A lot of copywriters hang up the phone after an interview or discovery call and then sit around waiting to hear back. That's not you. You go the extra step. In the final episode of the series, Nicki and Kate talk about what you can do after the interview that … [Read more...]
Ep. 53: Ace Your Copywriting Interview (Part 2 of 3)
No matter if you're going for a full-time or contract role or you're hopping on a discovery call with a potential freelance client, a copywriting interview is your time to show a prospective employer why they should hire you. In the second episode of this three-part series, Nicki and Kate cover common copywriter interview questions and how you can prepare for them. Plus, they … [Read more...]
Ep. 52: What to Do Before Your Copywriting Interview (Part 1 of 3)
A well researched job application and interview preparation is just as important as how you answer questions during an interview. Whether you're applying for on staff jobs or prepping for a call with a potential freelance or contracting client, you'll want to listen int to make sure you're doing the right prep work. Join us for part one of this three-part series! Join us for … [Read more...]
Ace These Copywriting Interview Questions to Land the Job
When you get called in for an interview, you need to make sure your online and print portfolios are up to date and your resume and references are current. But you also need to be prepared to answer all kinds of copywriting interview questions. These are questions that are specific to copywriting—in addition to the "standard" interview questions. No job interview is easy, but … [Read more...]
The 5 Things New Copywriters Should NEVER Do
It's hard enough to get started in copywriting without making one of these huge mistakes. And when I say huge, I mean huge: Any one of these is enough to delay your success, if not bring your career to a grinding halt. And what's worse, the vast majority of copywriters will make at least one of these mistakes, if not more. So read on to find out what these mistakes are, … [Read more...]
How To Prepare for a Copywriting Interview
You applied for the copywriting job and got the call to come in for an interview. Congrats! Now what? You need to prepare for the interview. This means having a ready answer for commonly asked questions and doing some prep work. Your standard interview prep should involve familiarizing yourself with their company philosophy, reorganizing your print portfolio to features … [Read more...]
Why We Love Contract Copywriting (And You Should, Too)
When most people think of switching careers, they think of leaving one full-time job for another. And that can be great. But there’s another option that can offer many of the same benefits, plus a few more. Read on to find out if contracting could be the perfect solution for you… Many people use the terms “freelancing” and “contracting” interchangeably, and they do have a … [Read more...]
The Secret to Being Prepared for Creative Reviews
Creative reviews strike fear into the hearts of many copywriters. It’s not always the most comfortable thing to present your work to a roomful of people. But what if I told you there’s a secret to feeling much more sure and prepared? It’s completely natural and normal to be intimidated by reviews. After all, you agonize over a project only to present it and get feedback on … [Read more...]
The Biggest Copywriting Print Portfolio Mistake
Your print portfolio is how you demonstrate your skills to a potential employer and walk them through the best of the work you've done thus far. But many copywriters are making a mistake that, at best, reflects poorly on them and, at worst, could cost them the opportunity. Now, you already know that your portfolio (both print and online) has to be in absolute, tip-top … [Read more...]