Shahzad Ahmad

A Creative Writer would typically need to:

Pen articles, advertisements, fiction, poetry, biographies, grants, marketing campaigns and scripts that interest the audience
Conduct and compile research before and during the writing process to ensure authentic detail; fact check work for correct information
Create outlines, blurbs and drafts of projects to share with clients
Meet deadlines as set by clients or publishers
Edit and proofread their own documents or documents from clients to ensure their writing flows easily and logically
Liaise with other relevant professionals such as editors, publishers, photographers, graphic designers and artists
Submit documents to their client, publisher or editor for proofreading and feedback; edit work according to specification and feedback
Negotiate contracts with clients and publishers; market and distribute work
Attend meetings, workshops and training sessions as required; network to develop contacts and seek publishing contracts