Learning freelancing (1)

This page discusses freelancing for the beginniner.

Definition

According to Wikipedia:

A freelancer or freelance worker is a term commonly used for a person who is self-employed and is not necessarily committed to a particular employer long-term.

Freelance workers are sometimes represented by a company or a temporary agency that resells freelance labor to clients; others work independently or use professional associations or websites to get work.

"Independent contractor" would be the term used in a higher register of English that designates the tax and employment class of this type of worker, the term freelancing is most common in culture and creative industries and this term specifically motions to participation therein.

Questions

Here are some questions I have received from students, along with my thoughts.

= Approaching clients

Question: What's the best way to approach a possible client? Should you approached them with some idea or concept already?

Promote yourself and your skills to potential clients. Let the client know your skill set. Look for a good match between your skills, and what the client needs.

If you have an idea or concept for a particular client, then yes, pitch the idea. Show your strengths.

Moving ahead with clients

Question: If the possible client would like to use your services, how do you go from there?

You are likely to win the client's business in one of two ways:

• On your own
• Through a contract agency

Cost

Question: In your opinion, as a student, how do you discuss and determine costs for services?

External links

• Freelancer @ Wikipedia