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pjmurphy · 03-28-2008, 05:51 PM

Hello all,

I am about to complete my studies in University. I hold a BA in Media Studies and English and am about to complete a graduate entry LLB in Law.

Looking to the future, it seems to me that getting employed in a company is more difficult than it was a couple of years ago. I opted for further study rather than entering the workforce.

Now I want to consider my career options.

Copywriting appeals to me, and I like the idea of freelance work, being my own boss, and running my own business.

I've no professional experience but I have written for the college newspaper regularly. I also designed and produced posters and flyers for college societies. I've also some experience of script-writing and program production in radio and television as part of my primary degree. I enjoy writing and I think I have what it takes to be successful as a copywriter.

Sadly, I also have to consider my finances - college has left them threadbare so I do need a regular source of income. Is it feasible to work a regular job and build a copywriting business up?

What have your experiences been? I'd appreciate any insights you may have.

Phil Murphy.

03-28-2008, 05:51 PM	#1 (permalink)
pjmurphy New Poster Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Limerick/Kilkenny Posts: 3	Graduating soon - Freelance Copywriting? Hello all, I am about to complete my studies in University. I hold a BA in Media Studies and English and am about to complete a graduate entry LLB in Law. Looking to the future, it seems to me that getting employed in a company is more difficult than it was a couple of years ago. I opted for further study rather than entering the workforce. Now I want to consider my career options. Copywriting appeals to me, and I like the idea of freelance work, being my own boss, and running my own business. I've no professional experience but I have written for the college newspaper regularly. I also designed and produced posters and flyers for college societies. I've also some experience of script-writing and program production in radio and television as part of my primary degree. I enjoy writing and I think I have what it takes to be successful as a copywriter. Sadly, I also have to consider my finances - college has left them threadbare so I do need a regular source of income. Is it feasible to work a regular job and build a copywriting business up? What have your experiences been? I'd appreciate any insights you may have. Phil Murphy.