This article will examine copywriting rates and wages.
If you're an employed copywriter, you can make a little or a lot of money depending on your skill level and how well you advertise yourself. In 2005 the average salary for a copywriter was around $60,000 with bonuses, according to Advertising Age. (quoted from http://www.collegeboard.com)
Wages for a freelance copywriter are difficult to estimate. Some copywriters charge their clients based on the project while others have an hourly rate. Here are some rough figures to help you know what a freelance copywriter could make. A lead generating sales letter will earn you somewhere between $1000 and $2000 and you could earn about $300 to $400 dollars for a website,
Two out of every five copywriters makes between $50,000 and $100,000 gross income a year. Go ahead and take advantage of some survey results that you can purchase at http://www.excessvoice.com/copyfees.htm. These will help you make the most money and keep you from undercharging yourself.
These figures were a median taken from the surveys, if you have technical knowledge that is quantifiable then you could earn more than these figures. So take some time and learn more about your field and develop your skills in order to gain a competitive edge.
Hopefully this article helped you see what a copywriter could earn. If you want more information go to the site listed above and browse the surveys.
Remember though that all these figures are the median, if you know what you're doing you can earn much more than this. Build up your skills, study the surveys and make sure you're not undercharging yourself. This will go a long way and help you earn more money.
About the Author:
For an inside look at the techniques of a top direct response copywriter, visit the site of Copywriter Ray Edwards. There you'll find a podcast, video tutorials and copywriting advice.
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