Join writer and editor Lauren Bevilacqua to explore the intricacies of freelance writing in a short, pre-recorded session you can watch any time, anywhere. Whether for supplemental income, a living wage, or the love of the written word, you don’t want to miss this!

Writers SA presents an on-demand workshop that you can watch at your own pace for a limited time. You can then download resource sheets and a fact sheet with some key tips to help you develop diverse characters within your writing. **Please ignore the December date listed on the event**

Freelance writing is a popular career choice for writers who want to turn their passion into a profitable business, but it’s not like writing a novel and there are steps to follow and challenges to identify, especially if you're just starting out. In this on-demand pre-recorded session, participants will explore ways to build a writing-based business, generate and assess ideas, and identify steps for building a professional identity as a writer. We'll explore different types of writing services, find out who hires writers, and discuss how to write for money without sacrificing your love of writing. Whether you're considering writing as a full-time gig or just as a side hustle, this informative session is perfect for writers looking to start or expand their own writing business.

Participants will gain:

• Ideas and tools to help work out what you could get paid to write
• Tips for building a professional identity as a writer
• Strategies for sourcing writing work
• Practical insights on creating a sustainable writing business
• Ways to keep writing fun (even when it’s work)

—Not a Writers SA member? Members receive more than 30% off the full price of this workshop, you’ll also get a free 20 minute consult, expert advice about your career and your work, and join a community of like-minded creatives. Join now for as little as $60! 

—Writers SA members must be logged in to receive the member discount. If you would like to use a workshop credit to book in, please contact [email protected].

—If you are a member of another state based writers centre, SCBWI SA or Editors SA, please contact [email protected] to get a code for the member price.

—Writers SA provides complimentary membership for First Nations writers and for writers experiencing economic hardship. Please contact [email protected] to redeem.

As soon as your registration is processed, you will receive an email with the link to the videos and your personalised password. If you don't receive this email, please ensure your payment was processed and then email [email protected].

About Lauren Beviliqua

Writing has been the common thread throughout Lauren Bevilacqua’s career, which spans in-house writing roles, multiple industries and over seven years running her own writing business. Lauren’s writing has helped people win awards and grants, communicate ideas, and tell stories. As well as writing for others, Lauren maintains her own creative writing practice. Current projects include her newsletters Five Fun Things and What Lauren Learnt Next.