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June 2021
Before Copywriting – with Andrew Boulton
B.C. – before copywriting (Why the real creative work happens before you pick up a pencil) Too often, when the brief is delivered it’s a like a pistol has gone off – and everyone scrambles back to their desk as quickly as they can to start writing, or typing, or somehow hurling words at the page. But what if the best way to write great copy was to start by writing absolutely nothing at all? In this session, Andrew Boulton – author…
Find out more »July 2021
Ask the Copywriter: André Spiteri
Next up: a chance to hear from freelance copywriter André Spiteri. These sessions are designed to give you a window into a copywriter's world. Free for everyone.
Find out more »Ask the Copywriter: Diane Wiredu
Join us for a chat with copywriter Diane Wiredu. If you've got questions about copywriting, managing clients or freelancing, pop along to this free 1-hour open discussion. You can ask questions, join in the discussion, or just sit back and listen. Diane Wiredu on Twitter
Find out more »Pitching and Pricing Like a Pro
Catherine Jones of Clean Slate Copy presents this session on effective pricing and pitching.
Find out more »October 2021
Freelancing Fabulously
Join us for a conversation about freelancing. Bring your questions, answers, ideas and interests as we discuss finding work, keeping clients, staying sane and building your brand. We're delighted to be joined by Sarah Townsend, Bizzy Coy and Ed Goodman for this interactive Q&A session.
Find out more »January 2022
Business planning for freelance copywriters
Let's get off the freelance rollercoaster! If you're struggling with insecurity about your freelance income and are worried about the future, take a step back from client work for a moment, and let's make a proper plan that sets you on a path to success. By working *on* your business, rather than *in* your business, you can turn vague ideas into concrete plans and set the wheels in motion to build a long-lasting business you can rely on. My business…
Find out more »How to Market Your Freelance Business
Sarah Townsend - author of Survival Skills for Freelancers - presents smart skills to help you show up online and become irresistible to new clients. Includes plenty of chances to ask questions and explore any challenges you're facing with freelancing.
Find out more »February 2022
Ditch Imposter Syndrome with this 6 Point Checklist
Sarah Townsend - author of Survival Skills for Freelancers - discusses how you can banish self-doubt and become your biggest cheerleader. You'll have plenty of chances to ask questions in this interactive Zoom session (or you can lurk quietly - we do that too sometimes).
Find out more »May 2022
Ask the Copywriter: Katherine Wildman
When we asked Katherine what we might chat about, she told us: "Talking about how the more you focus, the more you realise that everything’s connected… the joy of going back to school, and helping brands communicate in this whatever normal looks like now world… in a hybrid, hot-desking, oh look - people - kind of way."
Find out more »What if freelancing isn’t for me?
Join David McGuire (Radix Communications) and Kathryn Strachan (Copy House) as we discuss career options for copywriters. We'll talk about how the benefits of a salaried role stack up against the alternatives. Ideal for any copywriter who doesn't enjoy the uncertainty and independence of self-employment. This is an open Q&A. Pop along with questions or just sit back and listen to copywriters have a friendly chat about ways of working. This session is free for everyone to attend.
Find out more »July 2022
Develop Your Speaking Skills with Jackie Barrie
Boost your speaking skills with our monthly Speakeasy programme run by long-term copywriter, Jackie Barrie, who’s also an experienced trainer, the author of ‘Unboring’, and a Fellow of the Professional Speaking Association UK & Ireland.
Find out more »How to Make Every Word Count
Getting to the point and avoiding unnecessary words. This lunchtime learning workshop is delivered by Tim Tucker. Tim is a digital content strategist and copywriting specialist who has worked with dozens of brands, including Virgin Media Business, Tesco, NatWest, Nokia, National Trust and The Guardian. **This session is free for all ProCopywriters members** ***The access code is in your dashboard***
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