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Write persuasive content for advertising, marketing, and media. Grouped with writers and authors, who originate and prepare written material such as advertisements, scripts, and stories.
$42,000
Lower reported wage
$72,270
Median
$133,680
Upper reported wage
Annual U.S. salaries. Actual pay varies by location, employer, and experience. The lower and upper figures do not represent starting and senior salaries.

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No 'Copywriter' SOC. Aggregated to 27-3043 Writers and Authors. Median $72,270; -0.3% decline. 140,300 jobs.
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A useful writing foundation; add campaign briefs, audience research, and a varied portfolio. [1]
Write and edit messages for advertising, websites, and other campaigns. [1]
Related writers work for organizations, agencies, or as freelancers. [1]
Hours vary; campaign deadlines can create concentrated work. [1]
Frequent feedback, tight word limits, and deadlines require flexible revision. [1]
A strong portfolio may lead to senior copy, content strategy, or creative direction. [1]
These are possible directions. Promotion timing and pay depend on the role and employer.