Creative Content Writer

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Alexandria, EgyptPosted 7 years ago

34Applicants for1 open position

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Creative writers produce written copy in the form of books, editorial articles, screenplays and promotional marketing material. Creative writing combines the talents of the writer with the elements of observation and analysis in an artistic portrayal of the human condition.
With the mastery of the written word, a writing professional establishes settings, messages, themes and style within a single marketing paragraph or throughout an entire novel.
Many different fields utilize the talent of the creative writer. Advertising companies hire copywriters to prepare scripts for use in publications or broadcasting.
Public relations firms employ writers to produce biographies, press releases and marketing materials for clients.
Corporate communications departments engage creative writers for sales brochures, online promotional content and direct response letters.
Fiction writers may be self-employed or develop creative works for businesses, academia or publishing companies

Residents of Alexandria ONLY.
Creative writing jobs have a variety of personal and educational requirements. Writers must have a vivid imagination and be able to handle criticism and rejection. They must be able to work independently and have the ability to promote themselves and their work. Creative writers require originality, determination and discipline.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, most employers of creative writers and editors prefer those with a bachelor's degree (www.bls.gov). An English degree may lead to jobs that require creativity, research, writing and communication of ideas. In addition to writing, English majors study literature from different countries and eras, including short stories, poetry, drama and novels.

Several schools offer a creative writing undergraduate major or concentration within an English program. Other majors that may be useful include:

Creative writers seeking to advance their education and improve or learn new writing techniques may participate in a number of writing workshops available through schools, organizations and seminars provided by successful authors. Additionally, graduate degrees in creative writing may also lead to a career in academia or management within a company.
Master's programs allow student to focus on studies in fiction, poetry or creative non-fiction. Intern opportunities and teaching assistantships may be available for prospective creative writing teachers.