Good morning freelancing friends. The calendar says it’s spring but the weather man says there’s still wintry weather to experience. The good news is the crocuses have hit their peak and the hyacinth and daffodils are coming up. Nothing like the signs of spring to pull one out of the winter funk! Hope you’re having a great weekend… …here’s what I’m reading this weekend. Speaking of images and copyright, PicApp launches offers access to copyrighted images and news at 901am. For what it’s worth, I use PicApp for some of my own blogs and my b5 blogs. A lot of [Read more…]
5 Tips for Dealing with Weekly or Monthly Quotas
March 22, 2008. 6 Comments
If you blog for a network you probably have to meet a minimum number of posts each week or month. I’ve worked for some networks where at least one post every day for six days a week is cool. I worked for other places where they expected three to five posts a day, minimum. If you’re blogging for more than one network or person, this can be a little tricky. Fortunately there are ways to make it work. Post Ahead – If there’s a specific day or time where you can work for long blocks of times undisturbed, do what [Read more…]
The Pros and Cons of Being a Network Blogger
March 22, 2008. 9 Comments
I love my job. It took 20 years of “paying my dues” working desk jobs to get to this point and I’m happy to be here. There’s nothing more rewarding than to be blogging about my passion to other people. I always said my worst day blogging is 100 times better than my best day at my office job and I still believe it to be true. That doesn’t mean it’s all rosy though. Like any other job, there are pros and cons to being a freelance blogger. Pros You spend the day talking about the things you enjoy. You [Read more…]
What is a Blogger for Hire?
March 22, 2008. 1 Comment
A blogger for hire, or freelance blogger, primarily earns a living working for a client or clients rather than maintaining his own blog. Many freelance bloggers work for such well known networks a b5Media, KnowMoreMedia, Creative Weblogging or 451Press. Other bloggers for hire work for businesses or individuals as a way to add a personal touch to the company home page. If you blog for another person you’re a blogger for hire. Look on any job board featuring jobs for writers or web writers…what do you see? A surge in blogging jobs. It only makes sense to give those who [Read more…]
We Get Letters
March 22, 2008. 7 Comments
So I’m going through the email, something I put off for a few days. Sometimes, when I open my Gmail account it tells me I have about 800 or 1000 pieces of email and I have to put it off until I have the time to sort through all of it. I’m doing a little today and here are some letters I thought I’d share. Hi Deb, I am finding myself currently mired in the murky and desperately gray area of fair use and public domain materials. I remember you posted about this about a week ago on freelancewritinggigs.com. [Read more…]
Off Topic: Guilty Pleasures
March 22, 2008. 17 Comments
Freelance Writing Jobs for Friday, March 21, 2008
March 21, 2008. 11 Comments
Good morning freelancing friends. Jodee is spending time with her family today so you’re stuck with me once more. An abbreviated list as it’s Good Friday and the family is home. There are cakes to be baked and eggs to be colored. Hopefully there are jobs to be found as well. Enjoy your day! Leads… Sr. Project Editor – McGraw Hill – NYC – Project Basis Project Editor – McGraw Hill – NYC – Project Basis Freelance Reporters – amNew York Freelance Editor – The New York Times Syndicate Writers and Ghostwriters Wanted – Workaholics4Hire – $10+ Looking for a [Read more…]
Freelance Writing Jobs for Thursday, March 20, 2008
March 20, 2008. 1 Comment
Good morning, everyone! It’s the first day of spring, and not a moment too soon! Hopefully, the weather will start to warm up soon. I’m going to take a break over Easter weekend to spend some time with my family but I will be back Tuesday morning. Happy Easter FWJ friends! Leads… Freelance Academic or Business Researcher/Writer Freelance Health Copywriter @ LifeWire/About.com – Telecommute Technical Writer – Telecommute ($30.00-$35.00 per hour) Technical Writer – Six Month Contract – Redmond, WA NewToTV.com Writer @ b5 media
On Manners, Rudeness, and Respect
March 20, 2008. 39 Comments
I was going to stick this in my weekend link love post, but I think in light of recent discussions here and at InkThinker and Write From Home, I’d like to talk about it here. What has happened to our manners? And by "our" I don’t necessarily mean members of the FWJ community. I mean residents of cyberspace. Lately all of our discussions appear to be centered around topics such as sending scolding emails to people we don’t feel pay enough money, sending scolding emails to employers who might be grammatically challenged, flagging jobs we don’t want anyone to have, [Read more…]
Freelance Writing Jobs for Wednesday, March 19, 2008
March 19, 2008. 34 Comments
Good morning everyone! There are a variety of leads for writers and editors this morning. I also added one that is not strictly a writing job, although you do need writing experience to qualify: Media Bistro is looking for instructors. I thought some of you might be interested and I added it to the list. Leads… Freelance Writers @ Arizona Capital Times Sports Writer/Researcher @ SportsNow! Inc. – New York Freelance English Writer and Chinese-English Translator @ Fairy Culture Limited – Telecommute Freelance Attorney/Writer for Legal Newsletter – Telecommute Freelance Writing Positions in Long Island – On Site – This [Read more…]
Your Turn: Do You Correct an Employer’s Errors When Applying for a Gig
March 18, 2008. 71 Comments
I was chatting with someone who placed an ad on Craigslist yesterday for a desirable freelance writing gig. While she wasn’t the person who wrote or placed the ad, she’s the one who has to screen all the applicants. She was impressed for the most part at the different applicants and their credentials but she was dismayed at what she sees is a trend in rudeness from job applicants. I’m posting her words with permission: Even though we’re hiring writers not all of us who work here write for a living. It’s off-putting to read emails from writers telling us [Read more…]
Freelance Writing Jobs for Tuesday, March 18, 2008
March 18, 2008. 7 Comments
Good morning everyone! Here are your freelance writing job leads for today. Leads… Health, Fitness, and Lifestyle Writers @ Livestrong.com (Demand Studios) – Telecommute Freelance Writer/Analyst @ The Motley Fool – Telecommute Script Writer for Skateboarding Reality Video Freelance Strategic Content Developer @ Adventure House Communications Group – Telecommute Experienced Blogger and Content Manager
Seeking freelance writers/ journalists
March 17, 2008. 7 Comments
Per request, this was reprinted from Craigslist. The potential client asked that I bring it to your attention as it’s a global opportunity. Thanks, Deb Reply to: job-608789236@craigslist.org Date: 2008-03-17, 9:19AM GMT Job Description: Whakate, a new online journal and community covering life design matters in the area of work-life balance and personal effectiveness, is seeking freelance writers. We are looking for published writers with experience in the area of work-life balance, time management, personal productivity and effectiveness and self development. This may include Software, Hardware, Gadgets and Web-Offerings in this area.
Freelance Writing Jobs for Monday, March 17, 2008
March 17, 2008. 9 Comments
Good morning and a Happy St. Patrick’s Day to everyone! I want to take a moment to thank those readers whose generous donations made it possible for me to come back. The community here is so wonderful that it was a no-brainer. There are a few leads for “green” writers today; this seems to be a growing niche market. Getting familar with “green” products and issues may lead to your getting some “green” in your pocket! Leads… Freelance Writers – Green Topics/Travel Topics @ Emoporos Public Relations Cellphone Blogger @ Unwired View MakeMoneyOnlineBlogger @ OneMansGoal.com Green Biz Blogger @ b5media [Read more…]
Environmental Blogger Wanted
March 17, 2008. 4 Comments
Do you like to blog? Do you have views and opinions you want to share with the world? Why not get paid for it? We are currently searching for talented bloggers for our established websites, as well as new and up and coming websites. * Environmental Website (www.aboutmyplanet.com) (Established Site) o Focusing on the environment, alternative energy and other green news
Sunday Afternoon Link Love
March 17, 2008. 2 Comments
Good afternoon, freelance friends. My family is out for the day and I’m blogging in front of the television because it’s do whatever I want day and if that means watching inapporiate movies or listening to really loud music. So be it. Before I begin I have some wonderful news! Thanks to some very generous donations, Jodee is able to blog with us again. So thanks for showing Jodee how special she is to this community. Here’s what I’m reading this weekend: What You Don’t Know About Blogging Can Hurt You at Blog Herald. Free Coffee for Bloggers at Blogging [Read more…]
On Cover Letters, Quotes, Attachments and Whether or Not the Gig is Worth the Effort
March 15, 2008. 40 Comments
Yesterday’s post regarding the response to my job ad led to a flood of comments and emails -and not all in my favor. I did expect some disagreement, however. I think there are a few points still crying out for discussion. Specifically cover letters, quotes, attachments, and whether or not one needs to make the effort for an employer who, as one emailer put it, "asks for a lot." So let’s get on with it, then. Cover Letters Are cover letters necessary when a resume and samples are requested? I think so. A resume lists the details of your past. [Read more…]
Freelance Writing Jobs for Friday, March 14, 2008
March 14, 2008. 4 Comments
Happy Friday, freelancing friends. Hope you have a wonderful weekend. Thanks again to Jodee for coming to my rescue tomorrow. Leads.. Social Networks Blogger for bSocial Networks Freelance Writer Research Assistant – Cleveland Blogger for AFI Dallas International Film Festival Freelance Script Writer Urban Gardening Blog Editor & Content Strategist – $100 per month Tomato Garden Blogger and Tomato chef Blogger Writer for SimplyDumb.com – b5Media
Job Ad Feedback: Deb Takes Out an Ad
March 14, 2008. 74 Comments
Your mail and comments tell me you want to hear more from people who hire writers. What are they looking for? What keeps them from hiring certain writers and what draws their eye to an applicant? Are there particular things they look out for? Let me share my experience with you. Last week I found myself in a position where I needed to take out an ad for writing help. Though I posted the ad on a major job site, it was also reposted here and other re-listing blogs. I didn’t use my name as I didn’t want that to [Read more…]
Freelance Writing Jobs for Thursday, March 13, 2008
March 13, 2008. 6 Comments
Hi Everyone! Deb asked me to give her a hand with the leads today and I am happy to oblige. Leads… Conscientious Freelance Writers @ Nguoi Viet 2 – Telecommute Freelance Writer/Research Assistant – Contract – Edison, NJ Freelance Copy Editor/Editor @ Girls Life Magazine – Project Based – Balimore, MD Articles for WorldTrade Executive Technical Writer – Contract – San Francisco Copywriter for Women’s Clothing Site – Telecommute Help with Business Plan – Atlanta Ghost Writer Wanted Freelance Copyeditor – Atlanta (Flat Fee $45) Freelance Technology Writer Needed – Telecommute ($10-$20 per article) Content Editor/Web QA Specialist – Temporary [Read more…]
Thanks for Your Patience…
March 13, 2008. 5 Comments
Freelance Writing Jobs for Wednesday March 12, 2008
March 12, 2008. 26 Comments
Good morning, freelancing friends. Sorry about the late start. You wouldn’t believe my morning. So this is cool, a list of the Top 100 blogs for freelancers, FWJ is second on the list and in good company too. I’m honored to be on the same list as Successful Blog, InkThinker, CopyBlogger and others. I don’t know that Writer’s Weekly is a blog – more a website – but it’s a wonderful place for writers and is still an awesome list with tons of great resources for freelancers listed. Also, summer is coming – are we interested in leads for internships [Read more…]
Are You a Confident Freelancer?
March 11, 2008. 41 Comments
Whether you feel it or not, freelancers have to project a confident image. Think about it, who do you think an employer is most likely to hire? Someone confident in his ability or the writer who can’t get past his low self-esteem to find the words to toot his own horn? While this business, allows us a certain level of anonymity it’s not for the shy. Why does a freelancer need to be confident? To Apply for Jobs Appropriate to His Level of Expertise Three years after beginning your freelance career are you still looking for jobs on Craigslist offering [Read more…]
Freelance Writing Jobs for Tuesday March 11th, 2008
March 11, 2008. 17 Comments
Good morning FWJ friends. Putting on the 20-cup party urn, it’s going to be a long day. Sorry for such a short list today, I’ll make it up to you tomorrow! Leads… Freelance Recipe Writer for McMurry, Inc. GalleyCat Blogger – NYC Health Editor – Emmaus PA Seeking Regular Freelancer & Stringer Personal Essays About Washington DC – $50 Daily Blog Poster Business Bloggers – Erie PA Freelance Copywriter Wanted – NYC Freelance Writer – .25 per word
