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to know how much time, effort, and research is going to go into a project. They can give you a range... say from $ 2,500 to $ 10,000... but a knowledgeable copywriter would have to talk to you further about your project before giving an accurate quote.
What About Hiring A“ Newbie” Copywriter?
This is a sensitive area for me because, after all, I was a new copywriter once too. I was fortunate enough to undergo a six-month apprenticeship to learn the ropes, but I realize not every new copywriter has that advantage and they have to start somewhere.
When hiring someone who’ s new or doesn’ t have any writing samples, ask them to write pro bono( without pay) and have them share a percentage of final sales. This absolves your risk of paying a new copywriter up-front, and the copywriter will have a sample for their portfolio.
You can also have them work on small projects... like a squeeze page or an autoresponder sequence. However, if you’ re doing a big launch, I would choose someone who is seasoned and fulfills all the criteria above.
Conclusion
I’ m not going to sugar-coat this: finding a copywriter who knows what they’ re doing, has proven results, is able to listen well and“ get it” the first time you talk to them about your business, and is easy to work with is extremely difficult.
Your copywriter is going to be your trusted ally as you forge ahead in your internet marketing business. So implementing the above steps in your search for a copywriter will save you tons of time, money, and hassle. DCS
By Kevin Hill, Professor of High Response
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