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Travel Writing Workshop

Love writing? Love travelling? Turn your passion into a career

Imagine if your office this week was an overwater bungalow in the Maldives. Or a safari lodge in South Africa. How about a 5-star hotel with sweeping views of Manhattan?

It could be.

In 2004, I was an IT consultant who had never been published . Now I’m one of Australia’s leading travel writers, with six awards including Travel Writer of the Year . I’m proof you don’t need to have studied journalism or worked on a newspaper to break into travel writing.

For more than a decade, I’ve been helping aspiring travel writers turn their passion into a career . Join one of my travel writing classes and let me help you.

Interested in a FREE copy of my Top 10 Travel Writing Tips ?

“Fantastic, inspiring, exciting, motivating. This kind of knowledge could take months, even years to establish on one’s own.” Annabelle S

During the course, you will learn how to:

• Generate compelling story angles
• Gather the key details for a travel story
• Write captivating openings and closings
• Structure a travel feature
• Apply a specialised toolkit of travel writing techniques
• Edit effectively
• Pitch to editors

Most importantly, you’ll get feedback on your writing during the course plus the opportunity to submit a travel story to be critiqued after the course has finished.

You’ll also join an active network of course alumni who receive ongoing support via Facebook.

SUCCESS STORY – LAURA WATERS

“When I attended Rob’s course, I dreamt of writing a book about hiking 3000km from the top to the bottom of New Zealand. Not only did I achieve that ( Bewildered was published in Aug 2019), but I’ve since developed a new career as a travel writer and speaker. Rob’s course was so practical with real-world tips and insights I could use immediately. His enthusiasm and humour made it highly engaging and I’ve really appreciated his ongoing support.” soultrekkers.com.au

Students have been published in every major newspaper and travel magazine in Australia plus many overseas.

“Based on Rob’s encouragement, I pitched my article to the Sydney Morning Herald and it was accepted. I never would have done this on my own.” Emily S

Who should attend?

Anyone. I don’t assume any prior writing experience . Some people dream of being published, others would like to start a blog. Many simply want to capture their travel experiences for family and friends.

Don’t worry if you’ve never studied writing or had anything published (I hadn’t either when I started). All you need is a passion for travel and a desire to communicate that with others.

SUCCESS STORY – JOCELYN PRIDE

“Rob’s course was the kicker I needed to take my travel writing to the next level. As a prolific travel writer, he knows exactly what makes a strong story, and provides the tools and guidance to make it happen for his students. I’ve since been published in Mindfood, Wellbeing and Vacations & Travel among others. I’ve also won four awards, including NTIA Best Travel Writer and ASTW Travel Photographer of the Year.” jocelynpride.com.au

Why choose this course?

INDUSTRY SECRETS

You’ll learn all the tricks, tips and industry secrets it’s taken me 15 years to figure out.

EXPERT FEEDBACK

You’ll get detailed feedback on your writing from an award-winning professional travel writer (that’s me!)

PERSONAL TUITION

Classes are capped at 12 students to ensure you receive individual guidance and there’s time for questions and discussion.

ONGOING SUPPORT

I’ll do everything I can to help you succeed, including sharing contacts, sources and writing opportunities.

“Wow! I have done a few writing courses over the last 7 or so years. Yours was the best structured and most clearly delivered.” Ian B

More dates in Sydney , Melbourne and Brisbane plus online travel writing workshops to be announced soon!

Register your interest and receive a FREE copy of my Top 10 Travel Writing Tips

Prefer to study from home?

How about a correspondence version of the course that you can study at your own pace with no deadlines or time limits?

Want feedback on something you’ve already written?

How about a detailed review of your travel story including constructive suggestions and an edited version?

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Australia Sydney Internship Summer: Travel Writing

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The Travel Writing Internship Program offers students the opportunity to produce travel writing across various forms of the genre while interning in the field. The program is structured around local day trips where students will gather a research portfolio for articles and written pieces while undertaking an online blog. An internship placement in journalism complements the academic course.

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• Open to undergraduate and graduate students
• Non-US citizens must contact BU Study Abroad prior to submitting an application, and are strongly encouraged to apply early in order to allow sufficient time to secure a visa. Obtaining visas may not be possible for applications received after the March 1 deadline.
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Required Courses

• Writing-Intensive Course
• Creativity/Innovation
• Introduces students to “small town Australia” through day excursion, preceded and followed by weeks in the classroom studying examples of the genre and producing written work based on the research trip. Focus on journalistic writing including pitching articles and stories to local, national and overseas publications.

Internship Course

Study Abroad will enroll students in a non-credit Hub co-curricular and a four-credit internship course, which includes a classroom component. Placements are contingent upon the students' experience, professional interests, and relevant academic history, as well as the availability of opportunities in any given semester; flexibility is essential. Upon successful completion of the internship experience, students will receive a Hub unit in the area  Individual in Community  from the co-curricular HUB SA 330.

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• Gain experience in writing, copy editing, research, fact checking, and interviewing for magazines, newspapers, web publications, or publishing houses. Past internship placements have included News Corp Australia, Concrete Playground, and Allen and Unwin.

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• Students have single, furnished rooms, in 3–4 person suites with a shared kitchen, 1.5 bathrooms, and common area with a television. They are provided with bedding, a bath towel, and wash cloth. There is a microwave in the kitchen which can also be used to bake. There is a mall a short walk away where students can purchase kitchen supplies, home goods, and groceries.
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Information for BU Students Awaiting an Admissions Decision and exceptions to the standard admission calendar for all students can be found here .

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• Summer 2024 Tuition & Fees: $10,365 Cost includes tuition, housing, field trips, and overseas medical insurance, and emergency evacuation coverage.
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Creative Writing Course: Travel Writing

What you'll learn.

Learn to write about your travels with our creative writing short courses online & in Sydney.

Travel writing has a long and distinguished history and today is a flourishing genre, with the digital age providing increased opportunities for travellers with a literary bent to publish their personal travel experiences online. But while there’s never been more demand for travel writing, there’s also now plenty of competition. Whatever form you want your travel writing to take: blog, magazine article or book, you need to be equipped with the skills and knowledge to set your writing apart from the pack.

In this class, you will learn how to research and structure your story, provide detail to bring your story to life, look at trends and how to write for newspapers, magazines and blogs. You will be inspired by the greats of contemporary travel writing, get plenty of hands-on practice with in-class exercises and gain valuable insight into what it takes to be a travel writer.

Learning outcomes

By the end of this creative travel writing course, you should be able to:

• Draw on new knowledge and skills to continue on your travel writing journey independently
• Generate new travel stories tailored for specific markets
• Understand the realities of travel writing
• Access publishing options available to you online and in print form.

Course content

What will be covered in this travel writing course?

• Overview of travel writing
• Journaling for travel writers
• Researching your story
• Bringing your story to life
• Shaping your story
• Re-writing and self-editing
• Resources and getting published

Intended audience

Who is this travel writing course for?

This course is for beginners or students who have started writing but want to develop their skills in this genre.

Course venue

Rozelle Campus

2A Gordon Street, Rozelle NSW 2039 (corner of Gordon St & Victoria Rd in the grounds of St. Joseph's Church)

Course materials

What to bring to class

• A notebook and something to write with
• Laptop (optional)

Course testimonials

Carolyn said: This course was motivating and focussed my mind- all done with great humour . Thank you.

Nicole said: I learnt something new and got good tips and meaningful materials to investigate further. The course was via zoom... probably better suited to face to face classroom, as a workshop style... went a bit off topic at times (but that can happen in a group situation). Keith directed the group back on topic, however I felt more content could have been covered.

Julie said: I particularly liked being able to study from home, course content and documentation was pitched exactly where I needed it and has provided me with the great foundation and encouragement to continue... and even publish my blog. Keith Whelan is brilliantly entertaining tutor, he made the course enjoyable and a highlight of my week. I would definitely recommend this course to other "wanabe" writers and bloggers and intend to participate in future creative writing courses.

Colin said: Sarah has amazing insight, provides great assistance which helps develop your skills. She is accommodating, pleasant and positive.

Robert said: 4 stars

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Travel Writers are writing professionals who visit tourist attractions, events, festivals, and holiday destinations, then write helpful and engaging content that inspires other people to go there too. They write for travel books, newspaper travel supplements, travel magazines, travel websites and social media.

As a professional Travel Writer, you could be taking photographs while out hiking to use in a future story, pitching your idea for an article to a publishing editor, writing an article outline, interviewing a tourism operator about the best time of year to visit the area, proofreading and editing a finished piece, blogging your experiences at a recent cultural festival on your personal website, or scanning the Lonely Planet for your next location idea.

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How much do travel writers earn.

There are no clear salary figures for Travel Writers working in Australia at this time. Increase your earning capacity by gaining formal qualifications in professional writing and editing and building a portfolio of published articles.

Some Travel Writers earn money by monetising their own travel blogs, YouTube, and Instagram channels.

What are the job opportunities for Travel Writers?

There are no clear employment figures for dedicated Travel Writers working in Australia right now. They mostly work freelance for a variety of online travel sites as well as newspapers and magazines. Occasionally, full-time positions become available at major travel publications.

How do I become a Travel Writer?

Launch your career as a Travel Writer with a VET qualification such as the Certificate IV in Professional Writing and Editing or the Diploma of Professional Writing and Editing. Both of these qualifications will teach you how to write and develop content for publication.

Alternatively, if you are seeking high-end assignments, the Bachelor of Communications (Journalism) and Bachelor of Arts (Professional Writing and Publishing) are excellent choices. Some universities offer short courses in Travel Writing.

To obtain writing assignments you’ll need a portfolio of published articles. Many Travel Writers get started by creating their own travel blog or website to showcase their writing.

Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights 2023

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Travel writing courses with Rob McFarland

Love writing? Love travelling? Make your travels pay.

In 2004 Rob McFarland was an IT consultant who had never been published. Now he’s one of Australia’s leading travel writers, with six writing awards including Travel Writer of the Year.

He’s proof that you don’t need to have studied journalism or worked on a newspaper to break into travel writing.

Join Rob for an intensive one-day workshop for aspiring travel writers in Sydney on May 16, 2015 .

Prefer to study at home? Check out the correspondence version of the course instead.

“In all my years of journalism studies and internships, I honestly feel this has been one of the most constructive courses I’ve ever completed.” Penelope R

During the course, you will learn how to:

• Recognise good travel writing
• Generate story angles
• Write compelling openings and closings
• Structure a feature
• Apply a specialised toolkit of travel writing techniques
• Edit effectively
• Pitch to editors
• Take inspiring travel photos
• Operate as a freelancer
• Market yourself

You’ll get detailed feedback on your writing during the course plus the opportunity to submit a feature to be critiqued after the course has finished.

You’ll also join a network of course alumni who receive ongoing support via email, Facebook and regular meetups.

Students have gone on to be published in the Sydney Morning Herald, The Australian, Sun-Herald, Sunday Telegraph, Herald Sun, International Traveller, Get Lost, Get Up & Go, Destinations and Signature magazines.

Writing credentials

Rob is a regular contributor to the Sydney Morning Herald, Sun-Herald, The Guardian, San Francisco Chronicle, NZ Herald, West Australian, Luxury Travel, Let’s Travel & GQ magazines.

He is a member of the Australian Society of Travel Writers (ASTW) and is a judge for the annual Gourmet Traveller, Hotel Management and International Traveller Hotel awards.

He’s won six writing awards in Australia and the US including ASTW Travel Writer of the Year.

Teaching credentials

Rob has lectured at Sydney University, taught at TAFE and worked as a corporate trainer for the learning and development specialist TP3. He’s a qualified trainer with a Cert IV in Training and Assessment and has extensive experience of developing and delivering training programs.

When : 10am – 5pm on Sat May 16, 2015

Where : Vibe Savoy Hotel, 630 Little Collins Street, Melbourne

How much : $299

How many : Limited to 12 spaces

To register your interest, email [email protected] or see www.robmcfarland.org for more details.

Testimonials

“Rob McFarland’s course far exceeded my expectations. Based on Rob’s encouragement, I pitched my article from the course to the Sydney Morning Herald and it was accepted. I never would have done this on my own and Rob not only made it possible, but also very easy.” Emily S

“Fantastic, inspiring, exciting, motivating. This kind of knowledge could take months, even years to establish on one’s own. I finished the course feeling that there wasn’t anything you didn’t cover for us be able to go out and have a really good crack at being a travel writer.” Annabelle S

“I’ve done a fair few writing courses over the years with the NSW Writer’s Centre, and this would easily be the best, both in structure, presentation, access to information, content and value for money.” Alison A, literacy teacher

“I thought it was just terrific. Well planned and structured, and equally well-implemented and presented. I run a business based on communicating with an audience, and Rob is a communicator par excellence.” Jan B

“It was a great course and everything you said made so much sense and had so much value. It enabled me to break through whatever the barrier was that was stopping me from finding my travel writers voice. Suddenly I got it.” Deborah J, journalist

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Travel Writing

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Unit Value 4.5

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To provide students with an understanding of the travel writing form, both from an academic and historical standpoint and a more practical contemporary perspective. This course will take students through the varied history of travel writing and investigate contemporary forms of travel writing.

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Students will develop knowledge of the history of travel writing and its intersections with other disciplines. Students will also gain an understanding of the variety of issues associated with being a travel writer in the 21st Century in order to contextualise the development of the form and its movement in the future.

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Youngs T 2013, The Cambridge introduction to travel writing , Cambridge University Press, Cambridge

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Corequisite(s), teaching method.

Note: These components may or may not be scheduled in every study period. Please refer to the timetable for further details.

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Creative writing courses are both inspiring and practical. You’re given the space to experiment with your own ideas, but you also learn writing for different genres, platforms and formats. 

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There are countless reasons to study creative writing. Enrol if you want to develop your craft, write professionally, or inspire yourself artistically. You’ll have the space to work on projects that matter to you, which could lead to a publishable story, collection or manuscript that you might not have finished otherwise. 

You’ll gain incredibly valuable knowledge about the path to publication from people who’ve been there. And you’ll network with like-minded creatives from all over the country. These connections often end up being the writers, editors and publishers you collaborate with in your career.   

It’s not uncommon to juggle your creative projects with other work. Studying online gives you the time and flexibility to do that. Plus, you’re not restricted by location—you can access universities from across Australia. This has its advantages. It means you can choose your course based on the writing teachers who appeal to you most.  

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If you study a degree in creative writing through Open Universities Australia, you have the flexibility to choose how many subjects you take per term. This means you can complete your qualification at a faster or slower pace than you would on campus.   

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Top 10 Travel Writing Courses

Whether you are a novice or seasoned travel writer, sometimes it’s necessary to take a writing class or two to “polish” your skills or just learn some new tips and techniques.

Or you may be a travel blogger, seeking to get published somewhere other than your own blog, and to get paid for your travel writing.

Wherever you are in your travel writing career, check out our list of Top 10 Online Travel Writing courses!

(Note: the top three are TWE Award Winners for “Best Travel Writing Course”)

• Travel Writing and Marketing Master Class – Our Number 1 Pick! Taught by acclaimed ( and prolific! travel writer Roy Stevenson, the Online Travel Writing & Marketing Master Class is an exclusive program where you’ll explore, in detail, every single step of Roy’s travel writing, pitching and selling strategy.   Consisting of 63 recorded live sessions from Roy’s in-person Travel Writing & Marketing Master Class, you get exactly the same information, techniques, tips, and tricks – without the travel costs and at a substantially reduced price.   Other travel writing courses gloss over the details, but that’s not how Roy does things….. you will walk away from his program knowing exactly how to get sensational paid trips around the world and sky-rocket your travel writing success – even if you’re starting at $0.
• Travel Writing Overdrive – An Editors Top Choice! A course unlike any other from professional travel writer and author Tim Leffel, this online self-study course is NOT a writing course, but rather is designed to teach writers how to increase their income from writing, how to find ( and take advantage of ) the ‘low-hanging fruit’ in the world of publishing, and how to develop multiple revenue streams.   There is also a “Mastermind” level course ( HIGHLY recommended for those that have some travel writing/blogging experience already and want to take their earnings to the next level! ) that incorporates hands-on mentoring by Mr. Leffel, group conference calls, and a private Facebook Group. NOTE that the Mastermind level course is only periodically open for new students, if you’re interested in that higher level of coaching, be sure to ask!

In just four hours of your time this practical, step-by-step guide will teach you how to develop positive habits, to discard negative distractions, and to achieve clarity on how to focus your time so you can get more great work done every week.

• The Writers Workshop . In addition to a variety of online writing classes in several different genres ( including travel ) that will teach you to compose compelling, engaging travel narratives, The Writers Workshop also periodically holds in-person workshops, in various destinations, during which students will also enjoy out-of-the-classroom experiences that include visits to local restaurants, wineries, and historic sites, along with “behind-the-scenes tours unavailable to the general public”. Additionally, your instructor Nick O’Connell, promises participants that he will “ personally edit and recommend your stories to a well-known food and beverage magazine for likely publication .” This is a great opportunity that we strongly encourage writers to take advantage of!
• Gotham Writers’ Workshop . Teaches more than 6,000 students a year! Gotham is the leading creative writing school in NY and the USA. Not a resident of NY, no problem. Visit Gotham’s online (voted Best of the Web by Forbes Magazine) and sign up for a course in travel writing. Classes begin the week of May 19. You better hurry because class size is limited to 18 students!
• Writers.com . They have been offering online classes since 1995. Courses range from basic skills to advanced-level work. Writers.com can help you improve your skills and explore new directions!
• Writer’s Village University . Believes education is a life-long pursuit for beginning and experienced writers. Writer’s Village University is a full-time support service that offers courses, seminars, and special programs.
• Penn Foster Career School . Although this online course does not cover travel writing, it offers education in basic freelance writing skills that are valuable for any genre of professional writing.
• Washington State University . Do you love to write? Are you entering a writing field or simply want to improve your skills? WSU’s online professional writing certificate will give you a strong foundation in written communication skills. Please note that this course has several prerequisites.
• American Writers and Artists, Inc. Offers course work from travel writing to desktop marketing, to help improve your skills as a writer. If you are a novice travel writer AWAI can help you sharpen your skills and move you forward to a great career!

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FOCUS ON... The Second Act

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FOCUS ON... Using all the senses

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FOCUS ON... Creating The World Of Your Story

Enhance your writing with a vivid story world.

Develop essential skills to create your story world, your way.

Approaches to creating your world – research, play, plot.

FOCUS ON... Subplots

Shape and enrich your main narrative.

Iron out your main characters and secondary characters.

Discover different facets of your major theme.

FOCUS ON... Developing characters who can carry a story

Learn how to create such compelling and complex characters.

Understand why the character journey matters.

Learn how to make your characters believable.

FOCUS ON... Handling Multiple Points of View

Understand how to choose your point of view characters.

Explore how to best use dual timelines.

Discover ways of creating distinct voices for each point of view.

FOCUS ON... Villains

Learn about the pitfalls in creating your antagonist.

Discover tips and techniques for creating the right kind of villain for your sub-genre.

Discover how relationships between protagonist and antagonist can fuel the story.

FOCUS ON... Dual Timelines

Learn to use dual timelines instead of flashbacks and memories.

Discover tips and tricks for writing dual timelines.

Find the right point of view for your timelines.

FOCUS ON... Flashbacks and Memories

Learn when you should use memories or flashbacks.

Discover how to transition between the past and the present.

Understand the difference between writing a memory and a flashback.

FOCUS ON... Action

Learn how to make each movement and plot event clear for the reader.

Discover the key to raising narrative tension with each sentence.

Understand how to speed up the pace of the story.

FOCUS ON... Chapters

Discover how to keep readers are engaged from the first word of each chapter.

Explore how to ensure chapter lengths and content match the overall story arc

Learn how to make the end of each chapter prod the reader into reading the next one

FOCUS ON... Matching Style to Genre

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Your Audiobook Advantage

Be confident about the right audiobook options to choose as an author.

Add an additional revenue stream to your income as a writer.

Develop a clear plan for production of your audiobook.

Your Author Website

Discover what every author website needs.

Learn how to showcase your writing.

Create a blueprint for your author platform.

Self-publish your Novel on Kindle

Ideal for authors who want a global readership.

Discover the critical elements of a professional ebook.

Learn the exact steps to sell internationally on Kindle.

Book Covers That Sell

Discover the 5 steps to a winning cover.

Learn the book cover rules for your genre.

Attract readers with the right fonts and imagery.

Writers' Toolkit

Add extra knowledge, industry insights and motivation.

Dare to Dream

Find and sustain your creative inspiration.

Become empowered to write freely in your own voice.

Learn from bestselling author Kate Forsyth.

Presenting to Kids

Discover how to engage a live audience of young readers.

Enhance your career with paid talks and school visits.

Learn to adapt your presentations to suit different age groups.

2 Hours to Scrivener Power

Master Scrivener 3 – the must-have tool for authors.

Transform the way you research and write.

Discover author Natasha Lester's secrets to Scrivener success.

Make Time to Write

Features the popular Creative Writing 30-day Bootcamp !

Get strategies to fight procrastination.

A step-by-step guide for creating a writing routine.

Creative Writing 30-day Bootcamp

Create a daily writing routine.

Strengthen your creative muscles through regular use.

Smash out 10,000 words in just one month.

Reinvent Yourself

Learn how to become a writer with this motivational program.

Access tips, advice and strategies from successful writers.

Your step-by-step guide to change your life.

FREELANCE WRITING COURSES

Freelance writing stage 1.

Industry advice on writing for publications.

Techniques on structure, research, interviewing.

Find and pitch story ideas with confidence.

Freelance Writing Masterclass Program

Further real-world mentoring.

Direct access to expert feedback/advice.

Sharpen your skills, fast-track success.

Freelance writing – extra skills

Hone your techniques and explore an area of interest.

Opinion Writing

Learn how to craft opinion pieces for publications

Communicate your passion with a wider audience.

Receive personalised feedback on your writing.

Food Writing

Learn how to break into the industry.

How to write delicious reviews and recipes.

Combine your love of food and writing.

Travel Writing

Write engaging travel content.

Tips on itineraries, photography, freebies.

Turn any place into a paid story.

Profile Writing

Write compelling human stories.

Learn pacing, structure and style.

Valuable insights from a top profiler.

Content Writing

Create compelling content quickly.

Showcase specific expertise.

Engage readers with easy templates.

The Business of Freelancing

Turn your feature writing into a business.

Tips on invoicing, tax and more.

How to be effective in quoting for jobs.

Copywriting

Learn the foundation skills to get started as a copywriter.

Copywriting Essentials

Write headlines and words that sell.

Take creative briefs and do research.

Earn money immediately from clients.

Copywriting – extra skills

Increase your copywriting services and knowledge.

SEO Copywriting

Write copy that Google loves.

Tips on making your words smarter.

Charge more as an expert.

How to Build a Successful Freelance Copywriting Business

Strategies for getting more clients.

How to fill your portfolio fast.

Position yourself as a specialist.

Receive exclusive tutorials, training and templates.

Meet like-minded people and expand your network.

Enjoy monthly motivation and a copywriting coach.

Real Estate Copywriting

Unlock a reliable revenue stream.

Tips and templates on getting started.

Earn course cost back in just one job.

Email Marketing and Copywriting

Write high performing emails and newsletters that get results.

Learn the digital marketing fundamentals that underpin a successful email campaign.

Gain the skills to promote yourself as an expert email copywriter.

BUSINESS WRITING COURSES

Master the art of clear and professional business writing.

Plain English Business Writing

Understand ‘plain English’ principles to improve readability.

Discover common mistakes and how to avoid them.

Get templates to improve your reports, proposals, emails and proofing.

Editing Essentials

How to edit business documents with ease.

Essential rules for punctuation, bullet lists and more.

Industry proofreading symbols and style guides.

Create seamless online user experiences.

Best practice app and web techniques.

Convert more customers and drive sales.

Intelligent Business Writing with AI

Become familiar and confident with the language and terminology of generative AI.

Learn to craft prompts like a pro with a choice of frameworks and templates.

Streamline your writing workflow and increase productivity.

Professional Business Writing

Learn the 11 golden rules of business writing.

Explore the business writing DOs and DON’Ts.

Work smarter with practical tips and exercises.

How to Write Media Releases

Learn to correctly structure releases.

Understand the key points to deliver.

Tips on maximising exposure and hit-rate.

Write a Book That Showcases Your Expertise

A blueprint for building your own book.

How to position yourself as an expert.

The ideal way to use your book in your marketing.

Successful Self-publishing: Print and Ebooks

A self-publishing framework for non-fiction writers.

Demystify the current self-publishing landscape.

Get professional guidance on book layout and design.

Team Training

Group training in your workplace or in our online Zoom classroom.

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