Have you ever scrolled past copywriting roles at big-name companies, feeling like they’re out of your league? “There’s no WAY they’d consider hiring someone like me!” Many of us have doubted whether those big, corporate giants would ever give us a shot. But today, we’re about to share a story that proves those internal doubts wrong… When Comprehensive Copywriting Academy … [Read more...]
Episode 142: On-Staff vs. Freelance Copywriting: Which is Better?
One of the wonders of a copywriting career is how versatile and flexible it can be. But having so many opportunities and so much freedom can feel overwhelming, especially when you don’t know which direction is best to take. Nicki and Kate answer the long-standing debate once and for all: Is it better to focus on on-staff or freelance copywriting careers? The answer is not as … [Read more...]
Episode 152: From Pastry Chef to Dutch Copywriter – Steffan’s Story
Depending on what's going on in your life, and what you need in the moment, copywriting offers a ton of flexibility. And Comprehensive Copywriting Academy Student, Steffan, is a prime example of how to take full advantage of all the different possibilities! After years of working as a pastry chef, Steffan had to rethink his career when the pandemic hit the industry hard. … [Read more...]
Episode 150: A Day in the Life of a Copywriter
One of the selling points of a career in copywriting is the flexibility of how you structure your work. But if you’re not yet making your living as a full-time copywriter, you might be wondering how a copywriter actually spends their time. While this is going to look completely different from one person to another (especially as there are different routes like … [Read more...]
Episode 142: On-Staff vs. Freelance Copywriting: Which is Better?
One of the wonders of a copywriting career is how versatile and flexible it can be. But having so many opportunities and so much freedom can feel overwhelming, especially when you don’t know which direction is best to take. Today, Nicki and Kate answer the long standing debate once and for all: Is it better to focus on on-staff or freelance copywriting careers? The answer is … [Read more...]
Ep. 119: From Copywriter to Managing a Team of Copywriters in Less Than 2 Years – Jenni’s Story
When Jenni joined the Comprehensive Copywriting Academy in April 2021, she was working in a marketing role. Writing was part of her day-to-day work, but, like most CCA students, she didn't know what copywriting was, much less that it was an entire career! Before she even finished the course, she was landing her first clients. Spoiler: in less than two years, she was managing a … [Read more...]
This Brand-New Copywriter Landed a Senior Copywriting Role
You'll often hear copywriters talking about imposter syndrome, especially when first starting out. If you've ever had thoughts like, "I'll never be good enough" or "they'll think I'm a fraud!", then I think you'll really enjoy hearing Mike's interview. As a Comprehensive Copywriting Academy student, Mike knew he had a lot to offer prospective clients and didn't let his years … [Read more...]
Ep. 51: Working at an Agency & Collaborating with Other Copywriters – Jen’s and Julie’s Story
If you think other copywriters are your competition, think again! Working with other copywriters is not only a great way to bounce ideas off another creative, it's also bound to happen, especially if you work at an agency like Comprehensive Copywriting Academy students Jen and Julie. In today's episode of the Build Your Copywriting Broadcast, Nicki and Kate sit down with these … [Read more...]
Ep. 23: The Illusion of Safety: Freelance vs. Full-Time Copywriting
Deciding to go freelance instead of working a traditional 9–5 can be incredibly anxiety inducing. In this episode, Nicki and Kate discuss how job safety is an illusion and the only way to truly be "safe" is to be in control of your career yourself. Freelancing allows for control over practically every aspect of your livelihood. Listen to this episode to hear some hard truths … [Read more...]
Is it Better to Be an On-Staff Copywriter or a Freelance Copywriter?
One of the (many) great things about being a copywriter is that it’s a very flexible career: In many ways, you can work for whom you want to and work how you want to. But that much flexibility and so many opportunities can be overwhelming for people, so I often get asked if it’s better to focus on on-staff or freelance copywriting careers. The first thing I want to make … [Read more...]