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Not everyone is a writer, and finding just the right words to describe what your business does is challenging. This is why hiring website copywriters<\/a> makes sense\u2013as we all know, you have to spend money to make money, and money spent on a quality copywriter can pay itself back many times over. Once you understand what a web copywriter does<\/a>, you\u2019ll see it\u2019s worth the cost.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Finding Your Perfect Web Page Copywriter<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Copywriters come in many varieties. Some are generalists and others are highly specialized, so it\u2019s important to find the one that\u2019s right for you. For example, a technical copywriter probably isn\u2019t a good fit for your fashion website. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Look for writers who focus on website copy or business and marketing copy. Here are a few other ways to help you narrow your search:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Understand Your Audience<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

First, it\u2019s important to understand your target audience. A writer whose voice appeals to soccer moms might be different from one who can write for die-hard 80s pinball enthusiasts. Determine who your audience is, and find a writer whose voice fits what you\u2019ve envisioned. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Clearly State Your Needs and Goals<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Once you\u2019ve found a few copywriters, don\u2019t hesitate to have a conversation with them about your project. The key to a well-written piece of writing is clarity of expectations. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is one of those rare moments where the more you say, the better. Every bit of information can help the writer understand your brand and the tone of the piece they need to write.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Be Receptive to the Writer\u2019s Ideas<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Your run-of-the-mill copywriter produces, on average, the same word count as a 250-page paperback novel per month. That\u2019s also the average length of a doctoral thesis. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is to say that some copywriters have written more words than the world\u2019s best-selling novelists. If they make a recommendation, as long as it fits with your brand, you have nothing to lose by giving it a shot. If you don\u2019t like how something turns out, copywriters are skilled at removing sections and inserting new phrases according to your needs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Cost of Captivating Copy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Copywriters typically charge in one of two ways:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

By the Piece or Word Count<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Copywriters will either charge by the word or will quote a flat rate based on the size and scope of the piece to be written. A low-cost copywriter might charge $0.03 per word, and the costs go up from there. Specialized writing like legal, financial, or medical texts may demand higher rates, due to the knowledge required of the writer.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Retainer <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re releasing a new product or launching a new page every week, it often doesn\u2019t make sense to write up a new contract for every page if you already like the writer you\u2019re working with. Many copywriters work on a retainer, meaning the client puts up a sum of money that the writer deducts from as work is performed. This is similar to the way attorneys are kept on retainer and ensures that the writer is available when you need them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Find Your Website Copywriting Freelancer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

On Guru, thousands of copywriters are waiting for you to tell them your perfect idea. You can view profiles and prices, and easily find a writer within your budget. Once you\u2019ve found a few writers you can afford, you can dive into their profiles, see their previous writing, and find the voice that\u2019s the best fit for your product and your web page!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Not everyone is a writer, and finding just the right words to describe what your business does is challenging. This is why hiring website copywriters makes sense\u2013as we all know, you have to spend money to make money, and money spent on a quality copywriter can pay itself back many times over. Once you understand<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":14,"featured_media":17976,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[26,437],"tags":[647],"class_list":{"0":"post-17937","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-employer","8":"category-resources","9":"tag-web-copywriting"},"yoast_head":"\nHow Much Does a Copywriter for a Website Cost? - Guru Blog<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Copywriters will either charge by the word or will quote a flat rate based on the size and scope of the piece to be written. 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