Comments on: Freelance Writing Jobs for Friday, June 13, 2008

By: Jodee

Jodee — Sat, 14 Jun 2008 18:47:19 +0000

@ Elijah: You’re welcome. If you still have questions, you can post them or send e-mail to freelancewritinggigs@gmail.com.

By: Elijah

Elijah — Sat, 14 Jun 2008 18:41:51 +0000

Thanks, Jodee!

By: Jodee

Jodee — Sat, 14 Jun 2008 11:11:02 +0000

@ Angela, Jenny B, and Shells: You’re welcome.

@ Colleen: I worked for one person who asked to be contacted by phone; It wasn’t a problem.

@ Elijah: We did a cover letter clinic here at FWJ some time ago; here is the link to all the posts in that category. You will find some good tips here:

http://www.freelancewritinggigs.com/category/cover-letter-clinic/

By: V.V.

V.V. — Sat, 14 Jun 2008 00:57:37 +0000

Maryam -
I was someone who also received a quick turnaround response when I responded to their ad (yesterday) – but I would like to know if anyone has actually worked with them??
Anyone?? Anyone??
~v.v.

By: Nicole

Nicole — Fri, 13 Jun 2008 16:16:27 +0000

I clicked on the intership link on your paragraph Jodee because of the ad regarding scholarship money by essay. I applied and the dang thing is retarded. It didn’t have a section nor explained where to insert/send your essay. Not fault to you, just letting other know what I ran into.

Nice list btw!
Nic

By: Elijah

Elijah — Fri, 13 Jun 2008 16:16:19 +0000

First, I would like to say thanks to the editors and creators of this wonderful and helpful blog.

And second, I have a question. Is there a post on this blog discussing the actual format of application? I mean the actual details: how to start the application (Dear Editor, –?), how to formulate the request, how to conclude it (Hope to hear from you soon/Thank you for your time and consideration — that kind of thing?). And then, how to actually respond to responses without sounding too eager, giddy with happiness over getting the job, etc.

I think this information would be very useful. Or maybe I should be looking for links on this stuff elsewhere?

By: maryam

maryam — Fri, 13 Jun 2008 15:58:21 +0000

wow craigslist responses are scary fast.

By: maryam

maryam — Fri, 13 Jun 2008 15:00:54 +0000

i was wondering about instablogs, as it seems some got a response from them quickly, is anyone currently working for them?

By: Ann G.

Ann G. — Fri, 13 Jun 2008 14:55:01 +0000

I agree with Colleen. Some are legit, but one time I called and the guy was actually a salesman who had used the ad to try to sell his freelance writing ebook and I was ticked that I spent the money on a long distance call.

I tend to avoid ads requiring a call now.

By: Kenna

Kenna — Fri, 13 Jun 2008 14:26:49 +0000

I have never be fruitful with phoning a lead from Craigslist. But, that doesn’t mean this one is not worth trying. I have plenty of work right now, so I just sent an email with my stuff.

BTW: I like paper trails, it’s easier to remember and keep track of agreements.

By: Colleen

Colleen — Fri, 13 Jun 2008 14:01:04 +0000

I have a question for you guys. I’m always leery when I see that employers want to be contacted by phone. Should I be?

By: shells

shells — Fri, 13 Jun 2008 11:38:50 +0000

yes agreed:) thank you for the list.

By: Jenny B

Jenny B — Fri, 13 Jun 2008 11:13:53 +0000

Hi Jodee
Very early morning for you to have the leads ready at this time. Thanks very much. Also, thank you for the Ottawa Magazine lead. I’ll give it a try.

By: Angela

Angela — Fri, 13 Jun 2008 11:08:29 +0000

Another early morning for you! *applaudes* Definitely a little thin this morning, alas, I am just not a socially conscious sports guru *sigh*. Still a fabulous list though. It’s gotta be the paraskevidekatriaphobia that’s keeping the jobs at bay…luckily for me, it’s payday! Have a lovely day!