Freelance Writing Masterclass Program

Exclusive mentoring with Valerie Khoo and advanced skills to improve your freelancing success!

This program is ideal for: Those who have completed an AWC foundation course and want to get to the next level

You’ll receive:
 A huge library of freelance writing tutorials to help you succeed
 Regular access to your mentor Valerie Khoo
Monthly ‘Ask Me Anything’ sessions and feedback to perfect your approach
 Access to a community of fellow writers
 And much more.

“A big thank you to Valerie Khoo. Her mentorship helped sharpen my skills. I would recommend her highly to any aspiring writer.”
– Carmen Forward, freelance writer

Valerie Khoo headshot black and white with caption

Freelance Writing Masterclass Program

Exclusive mentoring with Valerie Khoo and advanced skills to improve your freelancing success!

This program is ideal for: Those who have completed an AWC foundation course and want to get to the next level

Valerie Khoo headshot black and white with caption

You’ll receive:
 A huge library of freelance writing tutorials to help you succeed
 Regular access to your mentor Valerie Khoo
Monthly ‘Ask Me Anything’ sessions and feedback to perfect your approach
 Access to a community of fellow writers
 And much more.

“A big thank you to Valerie Khoo. Her mentorship helped sharpen my skills. I would recommend her highly to any aspiring writer.”
– Carmen Forward, freelance writer

Freelance Writing Masterclass Program

Exclusive mentoring with Valerie Khoo and advanced skills to improve your freelancing success!

Valerie Khoo headshot black and white with caption

This program is ideal for: Those who have completed an AWC foundation course and want to get to the next level

You’ll receive:
 A huge library of freelance writing tutorials to help you succeed
 Regular access to your mentor Valerie Khoo
Monthly ‘Ask Me Anything’ sessions and feedback to perfect your approach
 Access to a community of fellow writers
 And much more.

“A big thank you to Valerie Khoo. Her mentorship helped sharpen my skills. I would recommend her highly to any aspiring writer.”
– Carmen Forward, freelance writer

Membership Now Open

  • The Freelance Writing Masterclass Program membership is $65 per month for a minimum of 12 months OR an upfront payment of $699 for the first 12 months.
  • After your first 12 months, your membership continues at $65 per month, cancel anytime.

Upfront payment

$780
$ 699 For the first 12 months
  •  

Monthly payment

$ 65 per month
  •  

Whether you’re taking the plunge as a full-time freelancer – or want to pursue this new passion while you still have a day job – this program is for you.

You’ll take the knowledge gained in your foundation courses and access an incredible library of useful tutorials that will supercharge your career. It’s like Netflix on steroids – with all programs designed to help you get published and write with confidence.

You’ll also have access to ongoing mentoring from Valerie Khoo, practical weekly lessons, live video Q&A sessions, feedback on your pitches to editors and much more!

Get confidence. Get more skills. Get with the program!

Valerie Khoo
Australian Writers’ Centre

The Freelance Writing Masterclass Program gives you online access to a wealth of invaluable coaching, tutorials, mentoring and feedback. It works similar to how a gym improves fitness – you can ‘work out’ whenever it suits you – allowing you to enjoy all the resources you need to become a better freelance writer.

What do I get?

The Freelance Writing Masterclass Program gives you unlimited access to:

Ongoing “personal training” from journalist, freelance writer and mentor Valerie Khoo, with live online “Ask me anything” sessions (which are recorded in case you can’t make it).

A bonus Freelance Feedback Fiesta every month – where you can get one-on-one coaching on pitches and articles BEFORE you send them to editors. This is a great way to perfect your technique.

A private Facebook group where you’ll also get direct and regular access to your mentors.

Power packed, yet easily digestible weekly tutorials to equip you with the skills you need. We’ll take you through “The 7 Powerful Stages of Freelancing Success”.

Access to a supportive (and awesome!) community of like-minded professional freelance writers.

Behind-the-scenes analysis of “The story behind the story” so you can see the exact steps real writers take in writing and researching published stories.

Program members are guided through the
7 Stages of Freelancing Success:

What do people say about membership?

Joy Adan
Freelance writer
Graduate of Australian Writers’ Centre

Jo Jukes
Freelance writer
Graduate of Australian Writers’ Centre

Unlimited potential. Limited places.

This program has a membership format that includes professional freelance writer and entrepreneur Valerie Khoo as your mentor. Valerie is constantly in high demand from business owners, corporate executives and copywriters, each normally paying hundreds of dollars for just one meeting. As a member, however, YOU will enjoy direct access to her expertise for a fraction of the cost!

NOTE: To ensure high quality, personalised mentoring, places on this program are limited. So do not miss this incredible opportunity.

Valerie takes you on a tour of what you get access to:

Meet your mentor

My name’s Valerie Khoo and I’m CEO here at the Australian Writers’ Centre. I designed our popular magazine writing course at the Centre, and I know that it has helped thousands of students get started in the world of freelance writing.

I’m the author of a bestselling book, have been published in countless major publications and am in demand as a copywriter. I’ve worked at many of the publishing giants: Bauer, Pacific, EMAP and Fairfax – and am also co-host of the top-rating podcast So you want to be a writer.

As a freelance writer myself, I know first-hand the challenges that come with making your mark in this competitive industry. I’m passionate about sharing the strategies and skills I used to earn well over six figures in my very first year of freelancing. I love mentoring freelance writers, particularly if you’re transitioning from another career. That’s because I did that myself. I used to be an accountant – but I always wanted to be a writer. And while it took me a while to become successful as a writer, I did it all by trial and error. I don’t want you to have to do that.

THIS program is what I wished had existed when I was finding my way. It’s a unique program where you are mentored by me, provided with lessons on how to hone your writing skills and a wonderful community to support you.

“Since doing this program, I've had more success in getting my work published and paid for. It’s a great resource for quickly improving pitch quality, and learning to think more like a commissioning editor. Learning to write myself a brief before each project has been a huge help in focusing my writing and increasing my efficiency. I've gained more industry readiness from this program than some uni subjects which cost thousands of dollars. Wish I'd started years ago!”
- Sophia Auld
“The Freelance Writing Masterclass group is generous with their advice and the weekly tips help add sparkle to my writing. Valerie is helpful and generous with her feedback. She doesn't hold anything back and you know that you are going to get an honest response every time! It also gave me the confidence to quit my job to write – it can be done! Getting involved in the Australian Writers' Centre was probably one of the best decisions I have made in the last few years.”
- Brad Kelly

Reviews on why membership is so valuable:

Emily Joyce
Graduate of Australian Writers’ Centre, freelance writer

Heather Smith
Graduate of Australian Writers’ Centre, author of 8 top selling books including Xero for Dummies

Gabrielle Martinovich
Graduate of Australian Writers’ Centre, freelance writer

How does the program work?

  • The Freelance Writing Masterclass Program is offered as an affordable membership.
  • Immediately access a HUGE library of writing tutorials that will answer all your questions on freelance writing.
  • Kick off your first 12 months as a freelance writer with all of the support you need. Many remain members for years in order to supercharge every aspect of their career – it’s addictive!
  • Enjoy having your own professional mentor, Valerie Khoo – the kind of “sideline support” normally unavailable to freelance writers.
  • Benefit from monthly “Ask Me Anything” live sessions, ‘The story behind the story’ on current stories in the media, Q&As, private Facebook group and more.
  • Take part in the free bonus “Freelance Feedback Fiestas”, where you receive one-on-one coaching on your pitches and articles BEFORE you send them to editors, maximising your chance for success!
  • It’s a program designed to help you stay up-to-date and informed in an exciting industry.
  • Discover the convenience of online learning, the impact of personal coaching and the flexibility of a membership designed to fit around your commitments.
  • Learn anywhere, on the go, on any device.
  • It’s a supportive environment to help fast track your success – what have you got to lose?

Get professional feedback on the pitch you want to send an editor:​

  • The Freelance Feedback Fiesta is a special free bonus for members – and it’s priceless!
  • You can get feedback on an unlimited number of pitches and articles BEFORE you send them to editors.
  • Valerie will coach you through your pitches and articles so you can maximise your chance for success.

      

    [Note: The Freelance Feedback Fiesta is held on specific days during the month.]

This program is currently only open to graduates of:

I feel being part of Masterclass as freelancers we are not floating out there on our own. Thanks to Valerie, we have access to editors and writers with a depth of knowledge that is a gift that cannot be quantified.
- Jennifer Johnston
“I loved seeing pitching feedback given to others. Also, the interview questions and technique tips were invaluable. Valerie was clear, honest, helpful and supportive. The best thing about online delivery is that you can read/listen and re-read/re-listen. There were no set time constraints like in a normal classroom. I’ve done three AWC courses now. I realised I don't need to spend tens of thousands on a journalism degree. AWC has given me the tools to do what I want to do.”
- Kristie Hayden

Membership Now Open

  • The Freelance Writing Masterclass Program membership is $65 per month for a minimum of 12 months OR an upfront payment of $699 for the first 12 months.
  • After your first 12 months, your membership continues at $65 per month, cancel anytime.

Upfront payment

$780
$ 699 For the first 12 months
  •  

Monthly payment

$ 65 per month
  •  
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