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A career as a health writer

Information about CVs, finding paid jobs, getting employed, freelance life, setting rates, career goals, and more – it’s your one-stop-shop to a successful health writing career.

freelance pricing strategies

LAST UPDATED: May 23, 2024 | AUTHOR: Michelle Guillemard

2 freelance pricing strategies that help you win writing jobs

Discover how to price your work effectively and increase your chances of securing writing jobs.

Filed Under: Freelance health & medical writing, Getting started in health writing

writer network

LAST UPDATED: October 3, 2024 | AUTHOR: Carla Eisenstein

How to build your health writer network on social media 

Don’t be afraid to send messages to writers you admire. They might respond and teach you something memorable. 

Filed Under: Getting started in health writing

successful pitch main image

LAST UPDATED: October 4, 2024 | AUTHOR: Marwa Saleh

My first successful pitch: A beginner writer’s story

Marwa Saleh published her first article, about COVID-19 and burnout, in a Harvard Medical School blog called Lean Forward. Here’s how that happened.

Filed Under: Getting started in health writing, Patient education

pharmacist to medical writer

LAST UPDATED: October 3, 2024 | AUTHOR: Diana Ribeiro

From pharmacist to medical writer

Are you a health professional thinking about a career change but aren’t sure how to get started? Here’s how one pharmacist is making the transition to medical writing work.

Filed Under: Freelance health & medical writing, Getting started in health writing

freelance writer or employed writer

LAST UPDATED: November 4, 2024 | AUTHOR: Michelle Guillemard

How to choose between being a freelance writer and an employed writer

If you want to be a health writer, you’ll need to decide between going freelance and getting a full-time job. So, which option would be best for you? Read on to compare the pros and cons of both.

Filed Under: Freelance health & medical writing, Getting started in health writing

Health writing opportunities in a-COVID-19 world

LAST UPDATED: October 3, 2024 | AUTHOR: Michelle Guillemard

Health writing opportunities in a COVID-19 world

Ready to finally hear some good news? Health writing is a stable career pathway that will survive and potentially thrive during and after this pandemic.

Filed Under: Freelance health & medical writing, Getting started in health writing, Patient education

tips for esl medical writers

LAST UPDATED: October 4, 2024 | AUTHOR: Diana Ribeiro

Tips for ESL medical writers

How does being an ESL medical writer impact your chances of finding work? Read our top writing tips for non-native speakers by guest author (and ESL medical writer) Diana Ribeiro.

Filed Under: Getting started in health writing

managing freelance client relationships

LAST UPDATED: May 23, 2024 | AUTHOR: Michelle Guillemard

Managing freelancer-client relationships

For freelance writers, new client relationships are exciting – but they can also be daunting, test your communication skills and place you outside of your comfort zone. That said, you can make long-lasting friendships with your clients – and, if you’re lucky, your clients can become your ‘real-life’ friends, too.

Filed Under: Freelance health & medical writing, Getting started in health writing

subcontracting 101

LAST UPDATED: October 3, 2024 | AUTHOR: Michelle Guillemard

Freelance subcontracting 101: Tips for writers and subcontractors

Freelance subcontracting is an effective way for writers to gain experience and grow their businesses – but, it’s not always easy. Here’s what you need to know about outsourcing your work and being a subcontractor.

Filed Under: Freelance health & medical writing, Getting started in health writing

health writing niche

LAST UPDATED: October 3, 2024 | AUTHOR: Michelle Guillemard

How to find your health writing niche

So, you’ve chosen health as your writing niche. But what if I told you that health writing isn’t a niche?

Filed Under: Freelance health & medical writing, Getting started in health writing

first freelance writing job

LAST UPDATED: September 26, 2024 | AUTHOR: Michelle Guillemard

How to find your first freelance health writing job

Wondering how to find your first freelance writing job? Hear from 10 experts in the field, and get inspiration for your freelance journey.

Filed Under: Freelance health & medical writing, Getting started in health writing

how to be a health writer

LAST UPDATED: October 4, 2024 | AUTHOR: Michelle Guillemard

Getting started as a health writer: The beginner’s guide

This essential guide includes dozens of links to my top blogs and resources for becoming a successful health writer and writing high-quality, engaging health content.

Filed Under: Getting started in health writing, Health writing

how to be a freelance health writer

LAST UPDATED: October 4, 2024 | AUTHOR: Michelle Guillemard

Getting started as a freelance health writer: The beginner’s guide

Ready to take the leap and become a freelance health writer? Read on and discover everything you need to know about becoming a freelancer.

Filed Under: Freelance health & medical writing, Getting started in health writing

freelance career growth

LAST UPDATED: October 4, 2024 | AUTHOR: Michelle Guillemard

Freelance career growth – what are your options?

Whether you’re an aspiring or professional freelance writer, career growth is a key – and ongoing – consideration. Here are some questions to help you think about your future options.

Filed Under: Freelance health & medical writing, Getting started in health writing

LAST UPDATED: October 3, 2024 | AUTHOR: Michelle Guillemard

Melbourne medical writing conference explores integrity in a post-truth world

At AMWA 2018, a hundred or so health and medical communicators gathered in Melbourne for a two-day medical writing conference to explore the theory behind the concept of integrity in medical communication.

Filed Under: Getting started in health writing

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Michelle Guillemard is the founder of Health Writer Hub and a seasoned health & medical writer with 20 years of experience. She has taught thousands of writers across 50+ countries, empowering them to create high-quality health content that drives behaviour change and improves public health. As an advocate for AI in health writing, Michelle helps writers stay productive and future-proof their skills.

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The Health & Medical Writing Career Kickstart Guide

Your roadmap to a flexible, fulfilling and financially rewarding writing career

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Health Writing Template Package

My Health Writing Template Package contains 30+ templates to get you writing high-quality, professional health content.

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110 Websites That Accept Health Article Pitches for Writers

Gain access to a curated list of 110 trusted health publications actively seeking fresh content. Each entry includes the publication’s focus and submission guidelines, ensuring you’re prepared to make a lasting impression.

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How to Write Patient Education Materials

Create compelling healthcare copy for health & medical brands and businesses. Learn an evidence-based approach to persuasive writing and gain exclusive industry insights.

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