If you’ve been wondering whether well-paying freelance copywriting gigs actually exist, here’s more proof. Right now, a marketing agency is hiring a Creative Copywriter for an ongoing project, paying $50 to $81 per hour. And if you have strong writing chops, this could be exactly the kind of gig you can land.

And here's the thing: there's a Mississippi River of these job postings flowing through UpWork every day. 

Screenshot above from UpWork's jobs feed at 7 am on February 25

The Job: High-Paying, Creative, and Flexible

This is a contract position with less than 30 hours per week, making it perfect for freelancers who want consistent income without committing to a full-time job. The company is looking for someone to:
✅ Write compelling copy for digital, print, and social media
✅ Collaborate with designers and strategists to shape brand messaging
✅ Ensure brand consistency across all content

What This Means for You

Let’s break it down. If you land a gig at the low end of the pay range ($50/hr) and work just 5 hours per week, that’s $1,075 per month—from a single client. If you’re at the high end ($81/hr) and work 5 hours per week, that’s over $1,741 per month. (I'm multiplying the weeks by 4.3 weeks in a month, of course.) 

This is why freelancing is powerful—when you know how to position yourself, you can earn well without grinding away at low-paying gigs.

How to Land Gigs Like This

High-paying clients don’t hire just anyone—they’re looking for writers who:

• Present themselves professionally (I teach this explicitly in my course. Less is more. You don't need a website, etc.)
• Know how to craft proposals that stand out (I teach this explicitly in my course) 
• Showcase their expertise confidently (I teach this explicitly as well) 

The good news? You don’t need years of experience or a massive client list. You just need the right approach. If you want help getting there, my course, Side-Gig Copywriter in 6 Days, walks you through the exact steps to land high-value freelance clients—even if you’re just starting out.

Are You Ready?

Opportunities like this are out there every day. The question is: Will you be ready when they come?

If you’re serious about building a profitable copywriting career, start taking action today. Check out the course here.

Your next high-paying gig is waiting!