Information Gathering Form for New Freelance Writing Clients
Briefly
describe your company's products or services. (Please include a link to
your current company website if applicable.)
What
are your goals for this project?
Where
will this text be used? Is it for your company website or blog? Will it
be placed in a related-business publication or a free-article directory?
What
is your project deadline?
Who
will review the final copy?
Who
should I contact with any questions?
Do
you prefer a casual writing style or copy that is more formal in nature?
Do
you prefer text that is written in the first person ("We sell discount
clothing, shoes, and accessories.") or the third-person ("FashionPlace.com
sells discount clothing, shoes, and accessories.")?
Would
you like to focus more on selling your products or services or providing
useful information to the reader while casually discussing the benefits
of your products or services? (Do you prefer a "hard" sell or
a "soft" sell?)
Do
you have any keyword density requirements for this project?
Do
you have an example of an article that would fit your company's needs?
Who
do you consider to be your company's competitors? What makes you different
from your competitors?
