Why Scripted Is The Ultimate Platform for Skilled Freelancers
By: Nina Quist
Tags: Freelancing, Entrepreneurship, Writing, Freelance Writing, Content Marketing

Why Scripted Is The Ultimate Platform for Skilled Freelancers

Working for content mills is usually not a good idea. Scripted is the exception confirming that rule.

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In the very beginning of my freelancing career, I did some writing for low-paying content mills.

It was a stepping stone, and in many ways, it was a great training ground. It taught me to write fast, and it taught me to pitch daily. And I actually liked the concept, where you could find all your work in one place.

Alas, the pay was painfully low.

More than ten years have passed, and today I’m a seasoned writer with expertise in several niches. I usually avoid working with third parties, and prefer pitching my services directly to editors not to have anyone taking a cut of my pay.

Then I came across Scripted.

Scripted is an online matchmaking service helping businesses find qualified freelance writers to strengthen their content marketing.

This platform is entirely different from the content marketplaces I recall from my early days. Scripted is a competitive platform with a strong focus on quality, and with a rigorous vetting process where only 2% of applicants are accepted to become writers.

Applying to become a writer means taking a pretty extensive test, but trust me, it’s worth the effort. And yes, it’s also worth the one-time fee you’re charged to apply. Because once accepted, this platform offers tremendous opportunities for skilled writers.

How does it work?

The process is simple and straightforward. You can browse what client projects are available at any given moment, the content briefs are standardized and of high quality, and it’s easy to submit your pitches. The UI is intuitive, and the dashboard gives an excellent overview of your assignments.

As soon as the client has accepted your proposal, you can start writing. Then you submit your draft, which is either accepted, rejected or returned for edits. You only get paid after the article is approved, and the client can reject it if it’s not good enough. But the clients I’ve worked with have been a pleasure to cooperate with, providing brilliant and constructive feedback when necessary. So much so that it has helped me up my writing and SEO skills even more.

Is This For Me?

Scripted is probably not the place to go if you’re just starting as a writer. Many of the projects are quite specialized and require some experience. But if you’re a versatile writer who knows your SEO, your grammar and your niche, there will be plenty of business for you here.

I’ve only been active on Scripted for a few weeks, but I already love it. It’s an easy and time-efficient way to land new work, and so far every transaction has been super smooth. The clients are friendly, and the projects are fun. I quickly got several well-paying assignments, and many of them have turned into recurring revenue as there is the option for clients to “invite” their favorite writers to new gigs.

Are you ready to give it a go? Here are some pointers to help you get started!

#1 Keep an eye on the dashboard regularly

New projects are posted all the time. And the sooner you pitch, the better are your chances to close a deal. I’d recommend that you check the available jobs at least a few times per week. This way, you can build a pipeline of assignments.

#2 Don’t underprice your work

One of the beautiful things about Scripted is that they don’t allow price-dumping. There’s a minimum rate per word, and it’s not possible to pitch below it. But I would even advise against going in at the minimum level. Most clients I’ve dealt with on Scripted are corporate people. They’re not looking to save that last penny; they will pick the freelancer who provides the most value.

#3 Send several pitches

As always in sales, it’s a numbers game. There are plenty of highly qualified writers on Scripted, and no matter how good you are, you’re up to some serious competition. But don’t get discouraged if a client picks another writer — focus on pitching regularly, and you will eventually be rewarded.

Conclusion

My experience with Scripted has so far been nothing but positive. This is the only content platform I’m using, and I will definitely stick around. The clients are top-notch, the rates are good, and the support team is incredibly quick to answer any questions. Scripted is a trustworthy and very efficient platform for professional freelancers to complement the work they already have with, or perhaps even build a whole business upon.

In short: 11/10, would highly recommend!