Letter Writing
How to hire letter writers
Got something important to say that you can’t quite deliver with an email? Whether you’re writing a letter for personal or professional purposes, a professional letter writer can help.
So how do you hire letter writers? What follows are some tips for finding top letter writers on Upwork.
How to shortlist letter writing professionals
As you’re browsing available letter writing consultants, it can be helpful to develop a shortlist of the professionals you may want to interview. You can screen profiles on criteria such as:
- Audience fit. You want a letter writer who understands your target audience so they can write a message that will reach them.
- Project experience. Screen candidate profiles for specific skills and experience (e.g., creating polished print advertisements with Adobe InDesign).
- Feedback. Check reviews from past clients for glowing testimonials or red flags that can tell you what it’s like to work with a particular letter writer.
How to write an effective letter writing job post
With a clear picture of your ideal letter writer in mind, it’s time to write that job post. Although you don’t need a full job description as you would when hiring an employee, aim to provide enough detail for a contractor to know if they’re the right fit for the project.
An effective letter writing job post should include:
- Scope of work: From customer service letters to direct mail, list all the deliverables you’ll need.
- Project length: Your job post should indicate whether this is a smaller or larger project.
- Background: If you prefer experience with certain industries or desktop publishing software, mention this here.
- Budget: Set a budget and note your preference for hourly rates vs. fixed-price contracts.
Ready to free up your time spent writing letters? Log in and post your letter writing job on Upwork today.
LETTER WRITERS FAQ
What is letter writing?
Thank-you notes, political mailers, advertisements, personal messages—while all these things could be sent via email, there’s still a place in the world for physical mail.
Here’s a quick overview of the skills you should look for in letter writing consultants:
- Letter writing
- Ghostwriting
- Business writing
- Print advertising
Why hire letter writers?
The trick to finding top letter writers is to identify your needs. Are you looking for a virtual assistant who can write personal thank-you messages to your clients? Or is your goal to create print advertisements that can be sent through the mail? The cost of your project will depend largely on your scope of work and the specific skills needed to bring your project to life.
How much does it cost to hire a letter writer?
Rates can vary due to many factors, including expertise and experience, location, and market conditions.
- An experienced letter writer may command higher fees but also work faster, have more specialized areas of expertise, and deliver a higher-quality product.
- A contractor who is still in the process of building a client base may price their letter writing services more competitively.
Which one is right for you will depend on the specifics of your project.