How to become a writer

There are many jobs in writing, in loads of different industries - from music to magazines and from poetry to TV programmes.

Here are some young people who have used their writing skills to shape their careers.

Emily: freelance writer
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Emily: freelance writer

Emily works for herself as a freelance writer in Bristol.

What is it like to be... a spoken word artist?
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What is it like to be... a spoken word artist?

Suli Breaks is a poet, writer, spoken word artist and YouTuber.

What is it like to be a... screenwriter?
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What is it like to be a... screenwriter?

Roanne Bardsley is a regular screenwriter for Hollyoaks.

What is it like to be... a singer-songwriter?
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What is it like to be... a singer-songwriter?

Lewis Capaldi gives the lowdown on his life in the music industry.

Gail: junior copywriter
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Gail: junior copywriter

Gail's a junior copywriter, writing words for adverts and branding communications.

Jon: Songwriter (including for Kylie!)
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Jon: Songwriter (including for Kylie!)

Find out what it's like to write songs for Kylie.

Danny and Sarah: Songwriters
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Danny and Sarah: Songwriters

Danny and Sarah are members of songwriting collective, The Six.

Jade Bird: Singer-songwriter
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Jade Bird: Singer-songwriter

Jade Bird talks about her journey into the music industry.

How I became a football magazine editor
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How I became a football magazine editor

Felicia Pennant talks about how she got into the world of sport and fashion journalism. From BBC Sport.

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