Ways to keep quality consistent across all Scripted jobs
Every client is different and their content needs can sometimes vary considerably from job to job. But there are still some key approaches that you can take to every piece of content that you write on Scripted that will not only guarantee a higher level of quality but will also increase the likelihood that your client will be back for more.
Check out the tips below on how to create the perfect job submission:
- Don’t Lean On Editors: Every job on Scripted is reviewed by a Scripted Editor for structure, adherence to the content brief, and ensuring the content is free of spelling and grammatical errors. But the key is not to rely on that. You should always be submitting your best work and operating as if the editors don’t exist.
- Manage Your Workflow: If the deadline is only a few hours away and you just started the content, you’re doing something wrong. Don’t take the “high school book report” approach to professional content writing. Only claim jobs you know you can complete well in advance of the deadline and give yourself extra time to thoroughly read the content brief. Re-read your content with a fresh set of eyes the next morning before submission to catch anything you might have missed.
- Publishable On The First Draft: Every piece of content you submit on Scripted should be publishable on the first draft. This means that you aren’t submitting a rough draft as your first draft. Write as if revisions don’t exist and submit content that the client could very well publish the same day they receive it. Revisions aren’t the enemy, but if you’re doing it right, they should just be small changes the client is asking for that more closely align with their vision.
- The Content Brief Is Your Friend: On Scripted, Content Briefs and Style Guides are not light recommendations. They’re the essential, non-negotiable rules of the content you’re writing. Keep a tab open with the content brief and style guide easily accessible so you can reference it while you’re writing. Make sure you understand the goal of the content, the client’s preferred CTA, and the nuts and bolts of the content. Browse the Style Guide and check out the client’s favorite content styles and even take a peek at their competitors to get a sense of the landscape they’re working in. Turning this into a habit for every job will reduce revision requests considerably!
- Use Templates: Scripted Templates are a powerful tool that you can use to ensure your formatting is perfect on every piece of content you write. Simply choose one that matches the format you’re writing and fill in the rest. Formatting is one of the most common errors Scripted Writers make and you can avoid unnecessary revisions by using this tool.
- Use Grammarly: Scripted partnered with Grammarly to provide powerful proofreading abilities on every job that you’ll encounter on the platform. You’ll note that it conveniently underlines any instances of passive voice and other common errors as you’re writing. Simply right-click them and replace them with suggestions. It’s easier than ever to guarantee your content is word-perfect, so there’s no excuse for simple mistakes.
- Message On Every Job: Messaging is a criminally under-utilized feature on Scripted. Did you know that Scripted Writers who message on every single job earn almost 300% more on the platform compared to Writers who don’t? Often, your clients just want to know that their content is in good hands. Give them that assurance, ask questions and make them feel like you genuinely care about their content and they’ll be back with more work for you!
Remember, the above are not just suggestions. They’re requirements for every job you take on Scripted. Keep your account in good standing by incorporating these items into your workflow!
As usual, please contact us at support@scripted.com if you have any questions or concerns.