The very first stage of a job is the most crucial
You might think that you’ve got this part down, but you’d be surprised how many challenges Scripted Writers can encounter in the very first stage of a job. We’ll be covering key actions that ensure your job proceeds smoothly — and leaves the customer ready to order more content from you.
Check out the infographic below, and jump to the bottom to learn more about each point.
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Read the Content Brief: This one might seem obvious, but we highly recommend reading the content brief thoroughly before claiming a job — especially SmartMatch Jobs. There may be requirements that fall outside your comfort zone, and having to reassign the piece wastes valuable time for both you and the customer. Read more here.
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Read the Style Guide: Many Scripted writers make the mistake of assuming the Content Brief and Style Guide are the same, but the Style Guide contains crucial information about your client that you won’t find anywhere else. Learn how to use the Style Guide to improve your content here.
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Note the Job Type and Deadline: Not all jobs are the same! Standard, Priority, and Rush Orders each have significantly different deadlines. Missing even one deadline can result in an account suspension, so having a full grasp of how deadlines work is essential to keep your account in good standing. Learn how to tell job types apart here.
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Always Message Your Customer: Did you know that the highest-earning Scripted Writers message their customers on every job? Messaging is not only the key to clarifying any confusion over the Content Brief; it’s also the cornerstone to building a relationship with your client and earning more work. Learn more about using messages here.
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Make Your Proposals Unique: Copy-pasted Proposals will not only drastically reduce your chances of winning a job; they’ll also be flagged for removal on the platform. Learn how to reuse key elements while making each of your Proposals highly customized for your client. Learn more about Proposal best practices.
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 reach out if you have any questions or concerns.