Freelance Writer Courses
Freelance Writers create content for various clients, working independently on projects like articles, marketing copy, and technical documents.
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How do I become a Freelance Writer
Get qualified to work as a Freelance Writer with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.
Estimated fee
From $50,376
Duration
24 months - 3 years
Study mode
On Campus, Online
Want to become a professional journalist? Whether you dream of working for an international media outlet or creating your own news channel, studying a Bachelor of Journalism will help you achieve your dreams.
Contemporary Journalists need a wide range of technical skills including writing, storytelling, photography, video editing, and content development. The Bachelor of Journalism delivers all these skills as well as the critical thinking and intelligence to tell the stories that matter in a way that’...
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Estimated fee
From $50,376
Duration
24 months - 3 years
Study mode
On Campus, Online
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CUA41220
Estimated fee
From $12,560
Polish up your screen media content with the CUA41220 Certificate IV in Screen and Media (Journalism). This nationally recognised qualification will help you land online journalist roles and is great for independent bloggers, vloggers, and podcasters hoping to catch the eye of larger-scale news publishers. The course covers: working effectively in the Australian creative media industries, writing content according to the laws and codes of practice relevant to different broadcasting and media publications,...
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From $12,560
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Estimated fee
From $30,816
The Bachelor of Creative Arts (Creative Writing) focuses on refining writing skills to ensure clarity and strength, encouraging imaginative expression to impact readers. This course covers various areas including poetry, editing, multimedia, commercial writing, theatre, short stories, and novels. It also explores innovative literary forms. Emphasising the exploration of the human condition, this degree prepares writers to entertain, educate, and delve into what it means to be human across multiple writing disciplines.
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From $30,816
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Estimated fee
From $39,135
Study mode
Blended, On Campus, Online
The Bachelor of Arts (English) offers a comprehensive exploration of literary and cultural works spanning from medieval times to present day. It immerses students in diverse literary periods and regions, from Old and Middle English to modern global literatures, encompassing areas like literary theory, gender studies, film, linguistics, and creative writing. Students will gain proficiency in analyzing linguistic elements of texts, understanding their historical context, and recognizing their significance i...
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Estimated fee
From $39,135
Study mode
Blended, On Campus, Online
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Common questions
How much do Freelance Writers earn?
There are no clear salary figures for Freelance Writers in Australia at this time. Freelancing is a popular side-hustle for students and new graduates who need some extra cash.
What are the job opportunities for Freelance Writers?
There are no clear employment figures for Freelance Writers working in Australia at this time. Many freelance writers have their own writing business but some are employed (or hired out) by advertising agencies and digital marketing companies.
How do I become a Freelance Writer?
While you don’t need a specialist qualification to become a Freelance Writer, you should definitely consider the Certificate IV or Diploma of Professional Writing and Editing. Both of these courses will teach you how to write professional-level content for a range of media, including the finer points of document construction, proofreading, and editing. If you want to work with an advertising agency or undertake corporate assignments, you will need a Bachelor of Communications, Bachelor of Journalism, or Bachelor of Marketing.
To launch your career as a Freelance Writer, create a portfolio of your published writing to give to prospective clients and/or a writer’s website to advertise your services.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights 2023
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Learn from industry experts, gaining practical skills to thrive in the fast-paced world of entertainment. Pathways for domestic and international students.
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Unleash your passion for storytelling and uncover the power of the written word in journalism and writing.
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Freelance Writers are writing professionals who work on their own terms for a range of business clients and/or media outlets. They are usually self-employed and write to a project brief, completing individual assignments within their chosen niche or speciality area — advertising and marketing copy, magazine articles, web content and blogs, business documents, technical and scientific writing, training materials, and more.
As a freelance writer you coud be pitching a story idea to the editor of a magazine, sending a copywriting quote to a prospective client, carrying out online research for a technical eBook, writing a blog post, proofreading and editing a piece of finished copy, signing a non-disclosure agreement (NDA) before commencing a writing assignment for a corporate business, or just working on that novel you swear you’ll finish one day.
To be successful in this career you will need outstanding writing skills and be highly organised (with the ability to manage your own small business). If you want to specialise in web content writing, you’ll also need an up-to-date knowledge of Search Engine Optimisation.
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