How wanting to become an outstanding writer, a job as a copy writer, and the timing of a career change all came together.

Can Being A Copy Writer Help In Becoming An Outstanding Writer

Her desire is to become an outstanding writer. The job posting was for a copy writer. Do the two go together?

She is ready for what has been described as a "30 something career change". Her ultimate career desire, simply stated: become an outstanding writer. So I suggested a position as a copy writer, whereby she could have income while developing writing skills.

The position she applied for was copy writer for a Christian university. She loves academics and wants to pursue her master's degree in some field of writing, a worthy goal for someone aspiring to become an outstanding writer.

The job status, full time, would certainly help pay the bills, especially since many who have a desire to become an outstanding writer, end up being a starving writer.

Just wanting to be a great author doesn't make it so. And the timing of the career change was perfect for her. She was ready to make what I call a "change career, with purpose" decision.

The aspiring copy writer would report to the director of marketing and creative services, meaning they desired writing creativity and she certainly is a creative writer.

The primary purpose of the copy writer position: to perform editing and writing assignments on behalf of the educational organization.

The copy writer is to write so as to present the organization's values, programs, and purposes in a consistent and compelling way to key external audiences. In other words, make them look good to their constituents and the community.

Secondarily, in conjunction with the director of marketing and creative services, to coach student employees working on writing assignments.

What Does A Copy Writer Do?

• Promotes the organizations history, values, mission and vision.
• Understands the organization, structure and program offerings of the organization, in order to be able to articulate the distinctive benefits of a educational organization.
• Studies the various stakeholders and audiences with whom the organization seeks to develop or enhance relationships.
• Participates in campaign planning sessions.
• Prepares and/or edits copy for print and internet campaigns and presents for review by director of marketing and creative services.
• Reviews copy in layout prepared by graphic artists.
• Prepares press releases as assigned.
• With director, coaches student copy writers as to their functions and tasks on behalf of the department.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Check out Other responsibilities as assigned if you ever wondered what such job duty expectations really mean and to give you a good laugh in your job search.

What Are The Qualifications For A Copy Writer Position

• Bachelor's degree in english, journalism, marketing, communications, or related field. At least two years of advertising experience, preferably with some internet experience.
• Understanding of and commitment to the spiritual mission of the organization.
• Excellent verbal and written skills. (Exactly what it takes to become an outstanding writer!)
• Computer skills with Macintosh or PC's. Familiarity with MS Word, Powerpoint, and Desktop Publishing Programs Such As Quark.
• Ability to organize time and to respond to deadline pressures.
• Ability to work independently and also as a member of a team.

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