Copywriter

A copywriter writes, edits and proofs promotional or publicity copy for print or electronic publications and ads. At higher levels, copywriters are often responsible for strategic and conceptual development of messages and stories.

Source: RGD Creative Earners Report 2021/22

Average Median Salary:

$75,660

Copywriters Work On:

• Taglines and jingles
• TV and radio commercial scripts
• Print and online advertisements
• Web content & social posts
• Press releases

Past winners of the Applied Arts Awards

  • 2025 Photo/Illustration Awards Katie Edwards (Courage)
    2025
    Photo/Illustration Awards

    Katie Edwards (Courage)
  • 2024 Design Awards Andrea Goodwin (Leo Burnett Toronto)
    2024
    Design Awards

    Andrea Goodwin (Leo Burnett Toronto)
  • 2025 Design Awards David Coates (Ion Brand Design)
    2025
    Design Awards

    David Coates (Ion Brand Design)
  • 2025 Photo/Illustration Awards Daria Lada (Daria Lada Illustrations)
    2025
    Photo/Illustration Awards

    Daria Lada (Daria Lada Illustrations)