Career questions tagged creative-writing
What do screenwriters do (their full job) ?
What do screenwriters do? Do they just write scripts or come up with the movie/ show idea and write for the script? Also who do they work with? Like directors, producers.
How can I get started in freelance writing?
I'm a high school senior who is graduating high school who is looking to make money to help pay my college tuition and my only experience is writing essays for class
I love writing and I really want to explore writing,how do I start ?
I love writing and I really want to explore writing,how do I start ?
Where do you find work as a beginner editor?
i want to start editing, do people start off on craigslist and such?
Is being funny important in creative writing? If so, how? And how can I learn to be more funny with my writing?
Hello, I'm trying to be more creative and entertaining with my writing.
What career options are available for an English lover and creative writer?
I am currently in class 5 and looking for my dream career. I am a voracious reader, creative writer and public speaker. However, I do not have any desire to become an author. I would like some ideas for a career path for me. An important point to be noted is that the careers in question have to be stable jobs with decent salaries (A requirement of my parents)
What is an essay format that could make my writing sound more convincing ?
Please be specific on format.
Which advice or advices could you give me to make my copy and writings flows better and with sequence?
Hello im a beginer copywriter and I would like to know Which advice or advices could you give me to make my copy and writings flows better and with sequence? Thanks, God bless
What should I do if I have two different passions I heard that to get into competitive colleges you needed to show a spike on your resume like a specific passion you pursued. The issue is I have two science/biology and creative writing. I have always wanted to go to NYU, or Vanderbilt but both of those are competitive schools and I’m not sure how to connect these two passions? ?
I want to do pre med in college
What is your best advice for getting more experience in the journalism world if I want to be a journalist or write for a magazine What are the best things I can do and focus on now to adequately prepare me for the future and make me a competitive job candidate??
I am a college sophomore looking for a summer internship. I've written for a few publications and have self-published a poetry book.
What are the difficulties you have to go through to be a writer?
What should I do and what are the difficulties to become a write.
What kind(s) of education is needed to be a writer and is it worth it?
I love to write but I don't know how far writing will get me as a career.
How do I become a screenwriter?
I am a junior in High school and trying to seriously narrow down possible career paths. I am planning on graduating with an AA degree and have multiple extra-circulars and leadership positions. Is a career in film a sustainable option? I love movies, and writing and want to find a creative job in the future. At the same time I want a job that I know can support me. I am willing to work long hours and I won't give up easily, but if the effort isn't worth the results then maybe I should look at other fields. What other jobs would allow me to be a creative writer without having to write full novels or news articles? I've looked online but with all the paths for writers it can be a little overwhelming.
Editing my first draft?
I have finished the first draft of my first book, and am almost done with the first draft of my second book. How can I get the necessary edits without all of the money?
what form of writing is the most successful currently?
to be more specific, like what genre and tropes do really well?
How can I manage my time better so I can reach my goal of having a 4.0 this year while having extracurriculars and SAT preparations?
For context, I am taking 3 APs and an astronomy community college class. I am struggling the most with astronomy, physics, and math. I am also the Junior Officer for an aerospace organization at my school called Aerotech and I am a writer and editor for a club called ARRAS (Arts and Magazine Club). In addition to this, I am currently working on a research project and thinking of making a research club for my school and dabbling in music production (hopefully I can start producing music once I can effectively manage my time). In short, I have too much on my plate.
How do I publish my first book as a high school student?
A sophomore in highschool interested in becoming an author but not knowing the first steps as to how?
How would I go about being a writer?
I’m looking to be a writer. What would I have to do to be a great writer? When is the best time to try and publish something?
how do i write a college admissions essay?
How do I decide what to write a college admissions essay about? everyone that i've read has been so philosophical and i just don't know where to start.
How can I improve my writing skills??
I really want to improve my writing skills but I'm not sure how. Is there any websites or practices I could do?
What is the best and cheapest way to get my book published and on the market??
I love to write and my dream is to become an author, so why would I wait until I’m older to get a book published? I want to self publish, but I feel like nobody’s going to discover my book that way.
How do I become more noticeable for editorial publishing internships?
What is important for a resume to get accepted to editorial internships at a publishing company?
How do I start coming up with ideas for stories for my writing?
I want to be an professional writer but I’m unsure on how to create or develop the ideas for stories. Are there any tips to create great concepts and stories and actually put them on the page?
How to develop skills to show instead of telling in writing?
As a non-native English speaker, I found it difficult to show instead of tell in my writing. Despite my efforts to improve by reading, I still find it challenging to express my thoughts and ideas effectively. I am interested in creative writing. I would appreciate any advice.
How can I start writing a book based on my life?
I am a Junior in college for my bachelors degree in creative writing and English. I always dreamt of writing my own book based off my life and maybe even turn it into a series of books as I grow older. As much as I can see myself in the near future publishing my first book, I do not know where to begin. This question was asked by a student who wanted to remain anonymous.
How do i become a good writer?
How do i become an author
How should I network to become a well-known fantasy author? Where can I publish my works for free to give a platform for my audience?
I'm a senior at Queens College. I currently major in English and minor in writing. I love to write and have had my writing pieces selected for a scholarship, publication, and awards.
Can I have a full time job and still have time to do creative writing as a side gig I am really interested in making a career out of creative writing but am unsure if I can support myself that way.?
I was thinking of going to school for psychology, but writing is what I really want to do. I was thinking of making that a minor.
what do you reccomend for a young creative writer?
i want to do something in my free time, and am a great writer. i do like art and other creative things. also, i don't know how to be an lgbtq writer. please help me.
how to become a writer as a 12 year old?
i want to become a writer, but i don't know where to start! please help me.
What are some tips when designing a character?
Like their background, personality and appearance
What are some good tips for writing a fantasy story?
I’m writing a fantasy book and I’m unsure how to do it since I’ve only written realistic fiction and nonfiction before.
What steps can I take to ensure that I can be successful in my chosen career choices?
I am in 10th Grade. I am interested in taking classes in business, finance, creative writing, graphic design, and analytics. Steps that I can take to ensure my success in my chosen career choices are filling out a resume, perfecting my skills more outside of the workplace, and knowing how to manage my time and my money better.
How do I start writing a book?
I want to write my own book but I'm not sure what steps I should take or how I should approach it. How do I come up with ideas for a story?
what are some tips for when someone feels uninspired?
I'm writing a story currently and I'm stuck as to what should happen for the scene when the main character meets someone for the first time during lunch with a friend.
What are the steps to take to become an English college professor?
I want to be a creative writing college professor. I'm a junior in high school, so it's time for me to start planning what I need to do in college.
When attempting to write a book, what are some good resources for finding specific information?
Whenever I try to look up specific information about what I`m trying to write, I often get stuck or can't find legitimately relevant information. Do writers have specific resources they use or do they just make stuff up?
How do I write a bestselling historical fiction novel?
I want to write a historical fantasy book, I love writing and it truly is my passion. I'm currently working on a historical fiction book and I need some help with learning to write a bestseller.
If the ideal job I want does not have an ideal career path, then what do I do? Do I make it myself or should I give up and switch and niche up?
I've always wanted to be a fiction writer but when looking at professional jobs/career paths, writing is never there. I would love to make short stories more than anything but it doesn't seem like it's a job I could make a comfortable living off of.
Where do you get the best writing inspiration?
I have been in kind of a writers block and I feel like all my short stories kinda repeat and I feel like they get boring. I want to be a writer and make short stories.
Where do you get your inspiration when you are out of ideas?
When writer's block hits, what do you do to combat that? I find that oftentimes when I am writing, I'll run out of ideas for my story, abandon it, and start something new, only for the cycle to begin all over again.
What are some difficulties when it comes to making art?
I'm in 11th grade and I've been interested in working as an artist since 7th grade but want to know what difficulties I might face if I do become an artist. I do all kinds of art, including drawing, painting, sculpting, and writing.
Uncertanity in a career of an author
What is a career for someone who wants to be an author, but is afraid of the uncertainty of it? Careers have always been a difficult topic for me, also one that has changed over time. When I started thinking of a career as an author, I realized the talent but also love I had for something that holds no promises. The uncertainty of putting forth an idea you have put your heart and soul into and it never be published. I really want to write for a long time but have no idea if I should take the leap. To all the authors, what can I do to keep myself afloat while writing and/or how to extinguish these fears?
What are some tips for brainstorming and creating storyboards for writing?
I love reading fiction stories and have been wanting to practice my creative writing skills. I am struggling to come up with story ideas, and would like to know if there are any tricks I could use to develop ideas for a plot. Also, what different formats could I try to best structure storyboards?
What is the best path to take when trying to become an author?
I'm currently a high school student who is interested in creative writing. Would it be more valuable to try to start writing and get published right away, or go to college and major in something language/writing related? Could I do both at the same time?
Where can I find good poetry scholarships?
Im just looking for scholarships that ask for poems rather than essays.