by David Dewitt

Created on: May 17, 2009

Freelance writing is becoming increasingly popular. More people are leaving the traditional workplace and are starting their own freelancing business. Freelancing can be a lucrative business for those who are highly motivated and self starters. The opportunities for freelance writers seems to only be increasing with the changes in marketing, advertising, and the increase of online writing opportunities.

Freelance writing is far more than just writing a few articles here and there. It can be a fast paced business opportunity that offers a number of personal benefits often forgotten. Freelancing writing offers the freedom to be your own boss, work a flexible schedule, develop a small business and have increased security in an increasingly insecure job market.

Services of freelance writers are constantly in demand and provide for a variety of business and employment opportunities. Here are just a few of the many examples of work that freelance writers are doing in today.

Copywriting

Copywriting is often reserved for advertising or marketing items such as brochures. There are a variety of other things that copywriters do. Copywriters can provide radio and television spots, full advertising campaigns, or just slogans. Copywriters may also work on copy for training manuals, instruction videos or seminars. The list of jobs could go on and on but copywriters often work on virtually anything for business or non-profit organizations.

Grant writing

More and more non-profit organizations are seeking grants. The economic climate is requiring more of these organizations to pursue non-traditional means of creating income. As grants are sought there is an increased need for individuals who can write those grant proposals. By learning the trade of writing grants, writers can open a vast array of opportunities for ongoing income.

Ghost Writing

Many of the business moguls, Hollywood icons or any famous non-writing individuals have published books. The reality is that most have hired the talents of a ghost writer. A ghostwriter is a person who writes material for another to claim as their own. The name of the ghostwriter seldom appears anywhere except possibly the appreciation page. Ghost writing may not lead to gaining fame but the income can be excellent.

Technical Writing

Not everyone can speak the complex language of computers and advanced technology. A technical writer takes the complex language and simplifies it for the common person. Technical writers are often

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