How to Become a Ghost Writer
A ghost writer creates content that is published under someone else’s name. Ghost writers receive money for their time and work, while the published author receives credit and is responsible for marketing the piece. While some consider this practice unethical, it is widely used in the publishing industry. According to Indeed.com, as of 2010, the average salary for a ghost writer is $57,000 per year.
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Graduate with a degree from a college or university. English and writing-related degrees allow you to develop professional writing skills and teach you to express your thoughts through words. You also will become proficient in sentence structure, grammar and punctuation.
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Specialize. As a ghost writer, you can write on a multitude of topics, including business, human interest, technology, entertainment, news, education, the arts, family, sports, religion and many more. Concentrating in a certain field allows you to become an expert and make you more attractive to potential employers.
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Develop a portfolio of your writing. Prospective employers often require that applicants submit writing samples in order to examine their work. You may be able to use papers or a thesis from your degree program as examples of your writing skills, or begin putting together pieces on topics that interest you.
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Advertise your services as a ghost writer. One of the best ways to advertise your work is to develop a website that allows employers see your areas of interest, portfolio, rates and contact information. Many jobs are also posted online, and it’s important to continuously submit your resume and writing samples to companies or individuals looking to hire writers for all sorts of one-time or continuous projects.
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Once you're hired, meet deadlines. While content and grammar are important aspects of being a ghost writer, meeting deadlines is also essential. Many projects need to be completed by a certain date for publication, and it’s important to develop a reputation as a writer who completes articles and projects on time to keep working as a ghost writer.
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