Why hire a professional freelance writer/editor?
Simply put: EXPERIENCE.
Experience is only one reason, of course, but it’s huge! In addition to being an award winning freelancer for ten years, my work history includes eight years at a Fortune 500 company, three years as a technical writer for a software development company, and several years at a Small Business Development Center.
What else?
INCREASED EFFICIENCY. You wouldn’t hire a plumber to deliver your baby, would you? Then why would you have the IT guy write your website copy…or put your receptionist in charge of proofing your white papers? Do what YOU do best and outsource the writing and editing to a seasoned professional.
LOWER OVERHEAD. Don’t pay a full-time salary (plus vacation and overtime) if you don’t have to. I’ll furnish the office space and benefits…you simply email the assignment to me and consider it done.
FRESH INSIGHT. You know your product or service inside out. Maybe you’ve even regurgitated the same old copy dozens of times by just adding a new buzzword here or there. Why not let someone new infuse some much-needed enthusiasm into your message?
COST SAVINGS. Have you checked the rates lately for large advertising agencies and PR firms? Not only are they expensive, but their staff won’t work nights and weekends to meet your critical deadlines. I will…
FLEXIBILITY. Maybe you need a fresh set of eyes to proofread your latest press release. Or maybe you need an experienced writer to craft an enticing promotional piece for your website. Or maybe it’s Friday afternoon and you just realized you need someone (anyone willing to work on the weekend!) to thoroughly review the report you’re presenting on Monday morning. Wouldn’t it be nice to delegate these tasks to a pro who will have you saying “WOW! That was fast!” over and over and over again?
PROJECT CONTROL. Whether it’s me or someone else, never hire a professional writer or editor without knowing in advance how it will affect your bottom line. A fixed rate means no surprises—you can budget with confidence.
