What does it mean when you say you want to become a freelance lifestyle writer? Ultimately, putting it in simple terms, it's you telling your readers about a point of focus that you enjoy and want them to know about too!
If you love writing, have ever had a blog of your own, or are looking to break into the world of freelance lifestyle writing, then this is for you! Having the ability to create content you are passionate about and to tell a story about your success to others is more than just inspiring.
As a lifestyle writer, you'll be able to collaborate with other influencers as well as find opportunities where you are invited to be a guest blogger or a guest writer. Your goal? To create content that gets you at the top of the search results page on the web!
We're here to help you do just that and so much more. If lifestyle content creation is what you love, then this post is going to help ease you into the writing industry so that each article you pen down, whether it be personal stories or tips to live a better life, is perfect!
What Does a Lifestyle Content Writer Do?
Lifestyle content writing is an art form, like any other type of writing. Ultimately, you are responsible for optimizing freelance articles that nurture the target audience! Many writers want to take a job as a lifestyle writer, but they have no idea what it entails.
As a lifestyle content writer, you want to make sure your readers gain value from your writing, and you receive pay while doing it. This is what will leave them coming back for more!
What's great about lifestyle writing is that you can tell your whole story in different segments. Readers can relate to your personal experiences. Better yet, you'll even receive some pay from it should it go viral!
There are so many different domains you can focus on as a lifestyle content writer! A few of these domains include
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travel
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nutrition, health, and well-being
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spirituality and religion
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all things sex and sexuality
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fashion and fitness
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personal finance and business
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all things beauty and make-up
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self-help and achieving the perfect work-life balance
By joining The Urban Writers (TUW) as a freelance lifestyle writer, you will not only have the extra experience to add to your cover letter, but you will also have a constant influx of writing jobs that you can complete anywhere in the world! The perfect way to become a digital nomad, right?
What Are the Prerequisites to Becoming a Lifestyle Content Writer?
One of the most important qualities you need to have as a freelance writer is the ability to be self-driven. What we mean by this is that you need to be able to take the initiative and have a fountain of inspiration that you use as a source for motivating you to create content.
Other than being able to write English fluently, having a repertoire of writing projects can boost your application. However, it is not required! There are so many freelancers that showed promise and used TUW to launch their writing careers.
If you have previously written articles on the web or even a blog post where you wrote about food, these will all give us a taste of how you write! And, if you would prefer editing rather than writing, then having some form of editorial experience would be beneficial.
As a lifestyle content creator, you are going to be tapping into a wide audience. Some might be looking for help, while others need help establishing a life focus. You have the potential to change people's lives! Can you think of another job as rewarding as this one?
Other than the typical writing requirements, you need to have a personal focus on time management and organization. At TUW, you'll most likely be working on several projects at a time. The higher the quality of your work, the more jobs you'll be requested to work on.
How Much Does a Lifestyle Content Writer Earn?
From $25 per article to $150, there is no fixed amount of money that can be earned. But, that is the beauty of being a freelancer! Your earnings are based on your willingness to work! That, and the quality of work you produce within your given niche.
Becoming a freelance lifestyle writer is more than just fulfilling a word count requirement. You are creating an article that will inspire others, change mindsets, and help people live the best life possible. If you feel you can do this, then you are the ideal candidate for TUW!
It is also important to mention that as you begin your freelance career, you won't be earning big bucks! Think of it as you are still getting paid for your efforts while learning what writers need to focus on when creating a lifestyle article fit for public use.
How to Get Started as a Lifestyle Freelance Writer?
You've gotten this far in the article, so it is safe to say you are ready to take your next career opportunity and become a lifestyle freelance writer with TUW! But, other than your application, you need to decide which niche you are going to write about.
Choosing a niche can be rather difficult, especially if the web is oversaturated with the same content. That's why you always need to bring your own personal touch to all jobs you take within the writing industry.
For example, someone might compile articles about the yarn hobby they picked up recently, while others write about taking photographs. Still, others will write about food, beauty, business, or something more relatable.
You will know the makings of passionate and talented writers because they are always bringing a fresh perspective to engaging stories, and their quality of work is authentic. Very few people become lifestyle writers for the pay.
So, all that's left is to send in your application, go through the trial process, and join our team of fantastic freelance writers that span so many different domains and niches! As a freelancer, you need to have a community, and we have a range of different ones just for you!
What to Focus on When Wanting to Grow as a Freelance Lifestyle Writer?
The world of publishing, writing, and editing can be hard to break into, depending on where you decide to apply for a freelance position. However, no matter how hard you look, TUW is always at the top of the search results on any web-based search engine. So, join us!
Let's get into the nitty-gritty of how you can grow as a freelance lifestyle writer!
Network Online and Find a Mentor
Finding freelance contributors that will add input to your work will enable you to create content that is people-focused. Print out your articles and give them to your mentor for a read-through. You'll be surprised at how much you grow personally and professionally.
Practice Your Blogging and Writing Skills
Practice makes perfect! While you do jobs for TUW, create your own blogs about different hobbies that you really enjoy! Whether you are writing women's lifestyle content similar to what gyms print and hand out, your personalized spin on the content is what will draw readers!
Keep Up to Date With Trends
Whether it be Valentine's Day, and you want to give some tips on how to start the perfect conversation, or it's International Friends Day, and you want to provide some hints to make all relationships worthwhile, following the trends that can gear you for success!
Have you had video experience with a particular trend? Post it! The more real you are with your community, whether it be through taking photographs or engaging with them in the comments, you'll find that this will become less of a job and more of a lifestyle.
Do Your Keyword Research. Ensure You Are Optimizing Freelance Articles
Search Engine Optimization (SEO) is a skill that you can never go wrong with. It ensures that your articles show up at the top of search engine results and will help drive traffic to your own blogs as well as your customers' blogs. It's a win-win!
What's great about keyword optimization is that you don't have to pay for it. It is a learned skill that will actually bring in money over and above the pay you get for your job.
Make Sure You Are Writing Simple and Achievable Projects
The best way you can be part of a group of highly skilled writers is to eloquently explain and convey a message. Keep it simple, achievable, and wholesome. Your readers want to listen to you, not read an in-depth research article.
Cover the five W's (who, what, when, where, why, and how). Emotion, fact-based information, and a well-thought-out argument will help you make your point. That is, only if your job requires you to do that. Even if it isn't a job with pay, add your own personal touch!
Whether it be travel trends or referring to blogs that drive inspiration, your proven writing expertise will be based on how you relate to your readers, not how quickly your articles go to print.
Where Can You Find Your Next Gig as a Lifestyle Freelance Writer?
Finding your next gig as a lifestyle freelance writer is easier than one would think. All you need to know is where to look for jobs, and you're all set.
Online Publications
Most freelance lifestyle writers tend to look at online publications for a freelance position. You'll most likely need some applicable writing samples when applying. This is where TUW comes in! We provide you with the ability to grow and earn some pay, while doing different jobs.
Whether you are looking to write for women's lifestyle websites or about food, health, or sports, you'll almost always be able to find a job at an online publication.
Corporations and Small Businesses
Corporations and small businesses are always looking for experienced lifestyle writers to write their content. They often prefer freelance lifestyle writers who have experience editing content, taking photographs, and are interested in doing field research for the industry.
Many writers have done a job or two for clients that offer them regular work. For example, Weststar Multimedia Entertainment has a variety of full-time freelance basis positions as well as full-time and part-time assignments.
Publishing Companies, Online Websites, and Personal Brands
Some publishing companies and personal brands have several editors and writers, while others only have one. If someone is going to offer you a job finding stories specific to a particular niche, go for it! Who knows, it could even go to print and be in a newspaper.
Applying to Write Book Reviews
To gain some experience writing content, why not do some book reviews on GoodReads? Writers rarely find all of the mistakes in their own writing. Who knows, someone might even pay you to do a few review jobs for them in the future.
In Summary
If you are someone who wants to write lifestyle content, or you are looking for a meaningful career shift, why not join our team of freelance lifestyle writers? As you grow within TUW and gain more experience writing content, your career will really start to transform!
Join our team of writers and editors that go over and above the job and pay to create a community that is meaningful, supportive, and will help grow your freelance journey each and every day.
