The Future of Copywriting; How AI Is Changing the Game
Copywriting has been an essential element of advertising and marketing for decades. But what really is it? Well, here at CopyCat.London, we describe it as alchemy!
Alchemy is the ancient art of transmuting base metals into gold. It's not so dissimilar from the craft of writing. Both involve a seemingly impossible transformation: turning mere words into works of art. But just as an alchemist requires the right combination of elements to achieve success, a writer must master the art of blending their own unique ideas and experiences to create literary (or marketing) gold.
The art and science of creating compelling and persuasive written content that persuades audiences to take action is what we do best here at CopyCat.London. We love it! And we use it all the time to help our clients increase their engagement, generate more sales and carve out more meaningful and authentic relationships with their consumers.
The AI Elephant in the Room!
Recent years have seen technological advancements revolutionize the traditional techniques of copywriting. The creation and implementation of artificial intelligence (AI) tools have drastically altered the game for copywriters across the board. So today, we thought we'd tackle a trending topic.
What exactly is the future of copywriting and copywriters?
How is AI transforming the writing and marketing industry?
We're frequently asked, "what do you think the future looks like for your business? Are you scared that clients won't require your services anymore?"
The short answer is, NO!
But you want to know why, right? So let's dive in and reveal why we believe that AI is changing the game.
1. AI-powered copywriting tools
The rise of artificial intelligence has allowed for machine-driven copywriting tools to exist. Artificial intelligence has enabled machines to learn and analyze human language patterns. This has quite literally transformed the role of copywriters.
AI-based copywriting tools can generate compelling headlines, slogans, and even call-to-action statements that resonate with the target audience. One such tool is the GPT-3 language model; it can generate high-quality content that is often indistinguishable from human-written copy. And who hasn't yet given Chat GPT a whirl? Can you tell which bits of this blog it wrote for us?
AI-powered tools have streamlined the process of creating compelling copy in a short amount of time, with programs like JasparAI even having a built-in brand tone of voice function. We'll be reviewing our favorite AI tools in another blog but if you are interested, Hootsuite have listed their 8 best AI copywriting tools for 2023 which is worth a review. Of course, they do have their own built-in creative AI tool which makes it onto the shortlist.
2. Personalization
Another significant impact of AI on copywriting is its ability to personalize content.
Personalization is the key to engaging the modern-day audience, and AI tools make it possible. With the use of data analytics and machine learning algorithms, copywriters can now cater to the specific needs and preferences of their target audience.
By using AI tools, you can access data-driven insights about buyer behavior, demographics, and psychographics, allowing them to create personalized messages on a scale that was previously unimaginable.
3. Enhanced user experience
AI has also resulted in the development of conversational interfaces that provide a more natural interaction with customers.
Chatbots and other conversational interfaces are great examples of this. They offer an opportunity for businesses to engage with their customers in real-time, delivering personalized content and notifications. Round-the-clock, consistent communications are possible.
AI-based chatbots can understand the intent behind user queries and facilitate a smoother interaction, ultimately resulting in a better user experience.
4. Efficiency and cost-effectiveness
Buckle up! We're about to go in deep. One of the biggest advantages of AI in copywriting is its efficiency and cost-effectiveness. With AI-powered copywriting tools, marketers and copywriters can produce high-quality copy in a fraction of the time it would take to do it manually. Think of AI as having a super-efficient researcher on the team who takes the brief and runs with it.
With the implementation of AI, businesses can save time and resources; this means that they can allocate more of their marketing budget to other areas, such as advertising, branding, and customer service. Nice!
5. The future of copywriting
It's undeniable. AI has changed the game for copywriting already. But the reality is, it's only the beginning.
As technology continues to evolve, we will likely see more transformative changes in the field. Marketers and copywriters must embrace these changes and adapt to the new demands of the industry. We certainly are. This will require a willingness to learn new skills and adopt new strategies.
Future copywriters must understand how to use AI-powered tools to their advantage while maintaining a human touch in their writing. We've focused on the positives today. Because there are plenty. But human empathy is, we believe, still irreplaceable, and to coin an old favorite - shit in, shit out! (We’ll talk more about the importance of quality AI inputs another day).
The future of copywriting is bright
Thanks to exciting groundbreaking advancements in AI, businesses are transforming how they prepare communications. AI-powered tools are making it easier than ever before to engage and convert customers successfully. However, it's important to remember that AI doesn't exist in a vacuum. It must work alongside human copywriters to create copy that resonates with the intended audience. And as The Economist said, "Your job is (probably) safe from artificial intelligence."
The future of copywriting is a collaborative approach that harnesses the strengths of both machines and humans. Overall, the possibilities are endless, and we're excited to see where the future of copywriting takes us.
Want to collaborate with us here at CopyCat.London? Get in touch. We'd love to chat with you. Promise you'll get a human, not a bot!