Who’s Hiring Freelancers?

A look at the job boards (see below) reveals that freelancers are needed by organizations small and large — from media companies to the Fortune 500. Publishing houses and magazines create a steady demand for freelance writers, copy editors, illustrators, artists, and proofreaders. Software companies contract with developers, tech writers, and web application specialists to meet various needs throughout the project life cycle. Read more …

One thing that you’ll learn quickly in freelancing is that, at least in the beginning, jobs don’t come to you — you have to go out and find them. That may change once you become established, but when you’re first starting out, you have to make an effort to let people know you’re available. In this section, we’ll cover several topics about how to go about doing that. Read more …