Do you aspire to be a writer? Not many will answer this question in the affirmative. Writing is not considered a very desirable profession and most people believe that only a specially gifted person can become a writer.
Conventionally, writing as such is not seen as a lucrative job prospect. However, in this age of networking and connectivity, if you are skilled you have a multitude of openings and people willing to write have a lot of opportunities awaiting them in the cyber world.
This writing does not always have to be heavy and academic in nature. It is more of collation of useful information and presenting it in a clear, crisp, and user-friendly manner. A person with a good command over language and an eye for detail can succeed in this field. This helps nurture creativity and sharpen writing skills and the money earned is definitely the icing on the cake.
The ten best writing opportunities that one can explore as a freelance writer or working full time are listed below together with some related links for you to explore:
Web Content Writer
Writing for the internet or online writing is different from writing for the print media as web users just scan the information looking for important words. The content writer therefore has to write smart, keyword rich content and adapt their work to the needs of the websites they write for. Good content generates better revenue for the company and therefore good content writers are in great demand.
www.online-writing-jobs.com, www.contentwriter.in
Research Writer
The writer who can study and analyze data from a wide range of subjects, and explain them in simple terms for the layman, has the makings of a research writer. The writer has to present the information in a methodical, goal-oriented manner.
www.academia-research.com, www.academicknowledge.com
Creative Writer
Copywriting, article writing, and fiction writing are the options for the creative writer. A good command of the language, a good vocabulary, excellent comprehension skills, and a drive to enhance writing skills are the key prerequisites for this role.
www.writingforward.com, www.creative.writerjobs.in
Travel writer
The ability to conjure up images of exotic locations through words, a knack for traveling, and a nose for new destinations make a good travel writer. Writing reviews and travel guides from personal experience or from research are chief requisites for this job. Travel portals are always looking for new writers.
www.roadjunky.com, www.freelancer.com
Website copywriter
Writing hard hitting, attention grabbing copies which communicate the message as per the needs of the company is what website copywriting is all about. A flair for writing with an ability to play with words makes a skilled copywriter.
www.websitecopywriter.in, www.rightcopywriter.com
Technical Writer
Presenting technical information in a simple, lucid language for the layman is the job of a technical writer. This requires average writing skills but excellent tool skills.
www.twin-india.org, www.technowrites.com
Blog Writer
Many companies promote their business through blogs, so business blog writers and corporate blog writers are much in demand. Skills required are similar to web content writing, but the style needs to be more conversational and sales oriented.
www.chillibreeze.in
Translator
This is a great opportunity for Indians who speak at least two to three languages. Proficiency in foreign languages is an advantage.
www.translatorbase.com, www.langjobs.com
Resume Writer
Jobseekers need a robust resume to impress the potential employer. Not all are good at creating their resume. Resume writing is therefore much in demand.
www.ifreelance.com
Health Writer
People are more into health and fitness today than a decade ago. Writing on nutrition, diet, and fitness tips has many takers. This is a wonderful opportunity for a knowledgeable writer. Health writers research information about health and write about it.
www.medicalwriting.ning.com
The jobs listed above not only give ample opportunities for writing on a freelance basis but also provide a good remuneration package which increases proportionately with experience gained in the field of choice. Today sites like www.skillpages.com allow you to enlist your skill and get connected to companies which are always looking for good writers.
Select your area...on your mark...Get Set Go! Make your mark as a writer!
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Shreya Mitra is a postgraduate in English from Jadavpur University. Shee loves teaching and taught in colleges in Kolkata and Mangalore. English language and literature and business communication are her areas of expertise. She has also done a stint as a soft-skills trainer as part of the Infosys Campus Connect initiative. Shreya is passionate about writing and cooking and writes a food blog. She loves to travel and is interested in travel writing, content writing, writing for e-learning, creative writing and translation. She occasionally writes poems and short stories.
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