Becoming a Freelance Journalist With Pip Usher (E17)

In this episode, I talk to Pip Usher, a freelance writer. We cover topics such as advice for writers who are just starting, tips on how to improve our writing skills, what makes a good interview, challenges of being a freelance journalist, the influence of recent motherhood to her work, and much more.

Biography

Pip Usher is a journalist known for her cultural pieces and long-form profiles. She has written for titles that include The Financial Times, Vogue, Kinfolk, Departures, Wallpaper, and GOOD. Referred to by Kinfolk as their “secret weapon,” Pip has interviewed leading names in the fashion, entertainment, and art world. In addition to her editorial work, Pip crafts high-quality commercial content for Vodafone, &Tradition, and Cathay Pacific. Prior to journalism, she worked in advertising and counted Burberry and Tiffany & Co. amongst her clients. After living in London, New York, Beirut, and Bangkok, Pip has made Jerusalem her home – for now.

Selected Links From the Episode

• Pip Usher's Website
• Pip Usher's Instagram
• Paula Scher
• Seth Godin's Freelancer Course
• David McCullough
• Esther Perel
• The Kinfolk Entrepreneur

Show Notes

• Introduction [00:00]
• Episode Introduction [00:51]
• How to Become a Freelance Writer [02:04]
• Advice for Aspiring Writers [05:46]
• Routines of a Professional Freelance Journalist [07:53]
• How to Make Money As a Freelance Writer [20:31]
• Short Episode Break – Support the Podcast [25:00]
• Challenges of Being a Professional Writer [25:43]
• Self-development As a Creative Professional and Freelancer [30:28]
• How to Improve Writing Skills [38:55]
• What Makes a Good Interview [41:23]
• How to Stay Motivated As a Creative Professional [47:41]
• How to Be a Better Creative Professional [52:00]
• Episode Outro [53:30]

Full transcript and more at https://creative.voyage/