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

  • 2024 Advertising Awards Kelsey Jaynes (VML Canada)
    2024
    Advertising Awards

    Kelsey Jaynes (VML Canada)
  • 2024 Student Awards Ayaka Iwaki
    2024
    Student Awards

    Ayaka Iwaki
  • 2025 Advertising Awards Ulises Blanco (Sid Lee)
    2025
    Advertising Awards

    Ulises Blanco (Sid Lee)
  • 2024 Advertising Awards Bryan Pizarro (Zulu Alpha Kilo)
    2024
    Advertising Awards

    Bryan Pizarro (Zulu Alpha Kilo)