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Master effective web writing. Learn from experts to optimise content, enhance readability and engage audiences as a marketing and writing professional across different industries.

1 day course     10am - 5pm     Live Online or Classroom-based

What you will learn

  • Exploring tools, techniques and platforms that improve writing for web and online.
  • How to create compelling content that creates value.
  • Understanding how to improve SEO scores using copy and writing.
  • How to write to target and engage clients.
  • Exploring ways to use writing to promote brand values.
  • How to engage clients to promote conversion, which improves productivity.
  • Understanding how copy can transform a website or product.
  • Sub-editing Skills

    The trainer took us through the course at a good pace and tailored it to the type of content we deal with at work. He had great examples and explained the concepts really well. Very enjoyable! Thanks.

    Microbiology Society
    September 2025
  • The best two days training I have ever had. Would definitely recommend and use again.

    Surrey Heath Borough Council
    August 2025
  • Sub-editing Skills

    The trainer was great!

    Microbiology Society
    August 2025
  • Sub-editing Skills

    The trainer was an excellent and made everything very interesting.

    Microbiology Society
    August 2025
  • Clear and concise explanations of all program capabilities, very helpful.

    Hyder Consulting Ltd
    August 2025
  • The course was perfect. Great course, great trainer!

    Northgate
    August 2025
  • Informative, useful, relaxed - excellent! Will certainly use Transmedia again.

    Tate & Lyle
    August 2025
  • We had a fantastic session with Tony focused on designing for print. Tony tailored the day to our needs and left us feeling confident with a lot of new knowledge.

    Rebecca F
    September 2025
  • Really enjoyable, knowledgeable tutor.

    New College Swindon
    August 2025
  • Having a great tutor is invaluable. We went through everything in amazing detail. He loved when we asked questions and all got stuck in. Highly recommend. Thank you :)

    August 2025
  • Thank you for the very engaging, insightful and interesting Photoshop course I sat this week. Everyone at Transmedia was warm and welcoming and my teacher was marvellous. Huge thanks to everyone.

    National Basketball Association
    August 2025
  • Brilliant centre with friendly and knowledgeable trainers. Would definitely recommend!

    BBC
    August 2025
  • First class - The trainer was extremely knowledgeable and answered all our questions.

    MOD
    August 2025
  • Thank you for a fantastic couple of days with Premier Pro training! It gave us the knowledge to create more interactive videos of our events for our website and social media! Thank you!

    Forum Events and Media Group Ltd
    August 2025
  • Everyone really enjoyed the session. Our trainer was very knowledgeable and thoughtful. He adapted the session to fit what we wanted from the day. Couldn't have asked for a better day of learning!

    RightMove
    August 2025
  • Sub-editing Skills

    The trainer took us through the course at a good pace and tailored it to the type of content we deal with at work. He had great examples and explained the concepts really well. Very enjoyable! Thanks.

    Microbiology Society
    September 2025
  • The best two days training I have ever had. Would definitely recommend and use again.

    Surrey Heath Borough Council
    August 2025
  • Sub-editing Skills

    The trainer was great!

    Microbiology Society
    August 2025
  • Sub-editing Skills

    The trainer was an excellent and made everything very interesting.

    Microbiology Society
    August 2025
  • Clear and concise explanations of all program capabilities, very helpful.

    Hyder Consulting Ltd
    August 2025
  • The course was perfect. Great course, great trainer!

    Northgate
    August 2025
  • Informative, useful, relaxed - excellent! Will certainly use Transmedia again.

    Tate & Lyle
    August 2025
  • We had a fantastic session with Tony focused on designing for print. Tony tailored the day to our needs and left us feeling confident with a lot of new knowledge.

    Rebecca F
    September 2025
  • Really enjoyable, knowledgeable tutor.

    New College Swindon
    August 2025
  • Having a great tutor is invaluable. We went through everything in amazing detail. He loved when we asked questions and all got stuck in. Highly recommend. Thank you :)

    August 2025
  • Thank you for the very engaging, insightful and interesting Photoshop course I sat this week. Everyone at Transmedia was warm and welcoming and my teacher was marvellous. Huge thanks to everyone.

    National Basketball Association
    August 2025
  • Brilliant centre with friendly and knowledgeable trainers. Would definitely recommend!

    BBC
    August 2025
  • First class - The trainer was extremely knowledgeable and answered all our questions.

    MOD
    August 2025
  • Thank you for a fantastic couple of days with Premier Pro training! It gave us the knowledge to create more interactive videos of our events for our website and social media! Thank you!

    Forum Events and Media Group Ltd
    August 2025
  • Everyone really enjoyed the session. Our trainer was very knowledgeable and thoughtful. He adapted the session to fit what we wanted from the day. Couldn't have asked for a better day of learning!

    RightMove
    August 2025

This Writing for the Web course includes

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  • bullet point icon Lifetime support after your course
  • bullet point icon Course materials
  • bullet point icon Live Instructor-led training
  • bullet point icon Refreshments all day
  • bullet point icon Latest Mac or PC ready to go
  • bullet point icon Authorised Trainers
  • bullet point icon Hands-on exercises

Book this course

We offer Writing for the Web as a private course.

You can select a date which suits you or your team.

The course content can be fully customised to your exact learning requirements.

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Google Reviews

Clear and concise explanations of all program capabilities, very helpful.

Hyder Consulting Ltd
August 2025

Course Outline for Writing for the Web

Identifying Goals

  • Identifying your message
  • Matching content to audience
  • Boosting the reading experience
  • Identifying writing strategies

Achieving 'readability'

  • Hooking and rewarding the reader
  • Considerations of article length, readability and style
  • Organising material; what to include and what to leave out
  • Checking your website for common mistakes

Effective writing styles

  • Conveying positive corporate qualities in your writing
  • Using the right language; identifying the appropriate degree of formality; the active voice v. the passive voice
  • Avoiding verbosity and waffle; using short phrases and simple sentences
  • Grammatical considerations
  • Optimising your site for search engines; using keywords; catering for non-native English speakers

Writing for different parts of the site

  • Writing for home pages
  • Writing for summary pages
  • Structuring body or general information pages

Approaches to formatting

  • Achieving emphasis; using headings
  • Using fonts appropriately
  • Typography, colour, sizes and styles
  • Catering for pages that print
  • Achieving consistency across pages
  • Graphics-based text; anti-aliasing; animated text
  • Considering the benefits of Cascading Style Sheets (CSS)

Repurposing content for the web

  • Analysing existing content for structure and style
  • Recap of print and web differences
  • Technical issues of conversion and implications for workload and workflow
  • What to cut out and what to leave in

Company specific advice (where appropriate)

  • Corporate policies
  • Following guidelines
  • Web-specific best practices
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FAQs about the Writing for the Web course

Is this Writing for the Web course suitable for me?

This course is designed for people who are new to writing for the web or have been doing so for a while but have never had formal training or who would like to learn best practice in writing for the web. If you are have any questions about whether the course could meet your needs, please speak to our customer service team, who will be delighted to advise you.

How is the content taught throughout the Writing for the Web course?

Our Writing for the Web course is extremely interactive. You will be learning how to write for the Web throughout the day, studying and working through examples and live projects under the guidance of our trainer, who will be inviting questions and supporting you through each step.

What is the recommended number of people for the class when I attend the Writing for the Web course?

For private classes in Writing for the Web, we recommend a maximum of 8 to 10 people from the same company in the class. Please ask our customer service team to help you find the right balance of people per class and the number of days training you need.

Should I attend the Writing for the Web course in person or live online?

For in-person courses at our London training centre, you will receive a warm personal welcome, your choice of the latest Mac or PC and morning and afternoon refreshments. If you prefer to attend remotely, rest assured that you will be taught live by the same experts that deliver our in-person courses, covering the same training content, using the same exercises and materials. A second monitor is recommended but not essential.

What support is available after I attend the Writing for the Web course?

We offer ongoing support to our Writing for the Web course attendees through email and by arrangement, phone calls. You are welcome to ask any questions on topics covered during training. Our trainer will always do their best to explain principles and help you with any issues you encounter.

Will I receive a certificate upon completion of my Writing for the Web course?

Yes, you'll receive a certificate of completion from Transmedia, demonstrating your knowledge and attendance on our Writing for the Web course. Our certificates note our Authorised Training Centre status.

Writing for the Web — Team and Bespoke Training

Booking a private training session allows you to focus on your exact needs on dates that work best for you or your team.

  • Sessions can be run online or in person, on your site or at our London training centre.
  • We manage training for many of the UK’s largest companies, taking care of all the admin, working with you to ensure the perfect course.
  • Our expert trainers will first understand your requirements and then tailor each session to your exact specification.
  • We offer a free consultation service to work out every detail of your course.

Prices for bespoke sessions with our expert trainers start at £595 + VAT, depending on the course and number of people.
Costs include all preparation time to customise the course to your exact requirements.

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