As an advertising copywriter, you create appealing and compelling texts for various media, including ads, brochures, websites and social media content. The goal is to attract the attention of the target group and get them to act, whether by buying a product or signing up for a service. Creativity, language skills and a good understanding of marketing strategies are crucial in this profession.
In Germany, you can earn an average of about €44,598 per year as a publicist. Entry opportunities are about €27,189 per year, while experienced publicists can earn salaries of up to €62,068 per year. The average monthly salary is about €3,005, with lower values of €2,644 and higher values of €3,811. Regional differences tend to result in publicists in southern Germany receiving higher salaries than in the north.
To work as a advertising copywriter, a degree in communication, marketing, journalism or German studies is usually an advantage. Practical experience, such as through internships or part-time jobs in advertising or marketing, can also be helpful in gaining a foothold in this field.
Advertising writers have different career opportunities. They can work in advertising agencies, marketing departments of companies or as a freelancer. With experience, there is the possibility to specialize in certain areas such as content marketing or social media management. There is also the option to rise to management positions, for example as a creative director.
