How to Make A Professional Clip Book
A clip book is a professional tool for freelance writers. It is a collection of published articles, essays and writings which provide editors and potential publishers a sample of your writing skill and style. The following steps illustrate how to make a professional and impressive clip book.
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Things You'll Need
- 2" Binder
- Plastic Sheet Protectors
- Vita or publication history
- Business cards
Instructions
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Creating a Professional Clip Book
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Choose a sturdy binder. Keep in mind solid colors are more professional than bright, patterned binders used by school children. The clip book is a business tool which allows writers to showcase their talent. Choosing a conservative, business-like binder is the smart choice for representing yourself as a professional writer.
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Make copies each time you publish an article or essay. Include copies of awards, certificates and honors. Make multiple copies to have on hand when samples of writing are requested with submissions or queries.
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Purchase durable plastic sheet covers and insert your copies, arranging the most recent publications in front. Your clip book provides editors and potential publishers with an idea of the volume of work you have published as well as the frequency of publications.
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Include your business card. If the binder has a place, insert your business card. Writers who work at home should carry business cards with contact information when networking. A clip book and business cards encourage professionalism and an excellent impression during meetings and conferences.
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Include your vita or publishing history. Create an index of your articles, essays and writing including the date and source of publication. Keep several copies in your clip book for references or handouts to interested editors and publishers. You may want to keep your clip book nearby as a motivational tool. Seeing the work you've produced provides encouragement and focus. Take your clip book to every meeting and conference. Be prepared to showcase your talent.
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