Copywriters aim to capture the heart and soul of someone’s perspective and bring it to life. It’s an important job that also offers great flexibility. Meet Amy Kerr, a freelance copywriter based in Kansas City. In this episode, Amy shares invaluable insights into the world of copywriting. She talks about her journey, including her bold decision to go freelance after multiple layoffs, and her incredible success, earning over a million dollars in just a few years. Amy discusses her favorite aspects of the job, the tools she uses, and how she overcomes creative blocks. She also provides practical advice for aspiring copywriters on building a portfolio, staying updated with industry trends, and the essential skills needed to excel in this ever-evolving field. FOLLOW US ON OTHER SOCIALS: 🎙 Podcast / https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jobdictionary 🌍  Website / https://jobdictionary.com 🐦  Twitter / https://x.com/jobdictionary_ 📸  Instagram / https://www.instagram.com/jobdictionary/ 📱  TikTok / https://www.tiktok.com/@jobdictionary 👨‍💻  Linkedin / https://www.linkedin.com/company/jobdictionary/ 🎥  Facebook / https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61557725591538 WHAT IS JOB DICTIONARY? Hey 👋 Job Dictionary is a free education platform showing you the 95% of jobs you’ve never heard of before, sharing in-depth interviews with professionals in a vast variety of fields, so you can see what the job is REALLY like through their personal experience and pick the best one for you. Visit jobdictionary.com to explore our vast selection of categories (launching this July 2024) and grab our Job Hunt Hacks to help you land your dream job. ⌚️Timestamps: 00:00 An overview of Amy Kerr’s journey 05:44 Niches and specialties in copywriting 08:10 Day in the life as a copywriter 10:26 What really is copywriting? 12:55 What makes someone good in copywriting? 18:00 Adapting to changes in advertising industry important 24:53 Busy seasons in copywriting 27:15 Salary range for copywriters 29:08 What makes freelance copywriting better? 37:07 Resources to become a copywriter 39:00 Explore careers on jobdictionary.com