About Freelance Writing Jobs
Freelance Writing Jobs began in May 2005 as a way to help other writers, especially Work at Home Moms, find decent paying jobs.
I got sick and tired of seeing writers settle for $2 or “exposure” gigs because they felt they had no other choice. Thanks to FWJ, hundreds of writers have found gigs. While I […]
I am extremely interested in more information on how to get started in freelance writing. May I ask, is it normal to come across fees when trying to earn an income? I had looked into a site for blogging that has monthly & annual fees, is this a common thing?
June 25th, 2007 at 11:53 pmI look forward to hearing back from someone.
Thank you for your time.
Carri Summers
Hi Carri, You should never have to pay anyone for a job.
Best,
Deb
June 26th, 2007 at 2:35 pmI can not pull the jobs up for freelancing on this new page.
June 26th, 2007 at 6:42 pmHow do I pull up the the jobs?
Thanks!
This is the “About” page. Go “Home” to see what’s current.
June 26th, 2007 at 6:46 pmDear Deborah Ng,
I have long appreciated this site and have landed profitable writing contracts here.
Your website is excellent, but why did you change the font of the job postings?
I speed-read. I found your old font to be superb for thispurpose: easy to scan the vertical column of blue type.
The new font and bulleting is annoying; I find that my mind’s eye is unable to scan it rapidly.
Perhaps you can reconsider a return to your long-successful format.
Sincerely,
June 27th, 2007 at 3:00 pmHSM
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June 28th, 2007 at 2:39 pmHello,
June 29th, 2007 at 7:15 amWhat are some of the qualifications for free lance writing? I have written a few articles on a volunteer basis for a major charity that were published in the local paper. I have gotten great feedback and wonder if this is something I could do “for real”. I am a teacher, but have had no formal writing training. Do I qualify? Where do I begin?
Thanks,
Clare G
Hi Clare,
It’s difficult to say to a person, “Ok this is what you need to do to start out.” My biggest recommendation is to first research what’s involved. Also, apply for some of the gigs here using your local paper writing samples for clips.
Good luck!
Deb
June 29th, 2007 at 9:11 amHey! Just wanted to say this is a WONDERFUL service that you are providing! Thanks so much!
Alicia
June 29th, 2007 at 8:10 pmDeborah,
I have decided to go back to school fulltime after working for 20+ years. I would like to try my hand at writing, to earn while I study. Doesn’t seem to be many options for those starting out. Do you have any ideas?
Student …. needs money !
Cyril
July 1st, 2007 at 4:21 pmGood morning,
I just started a PR firm in May that focuses on professional writing/editing for companies’ web sites, promo brochures, etc.
I happened upon your web site and found several opportunities that looked interesting. I applied to about 4 and last Monday, I learned that 1 of them panned out. I now have one account that will amount to about 40 hours of work per month for now, with the potential for more as their company grows. Thank you for this valuable tool you’ve provided.
July 2nd, 2007 at 8:59 amThis was just what I needed to get my business moving forward.
Hi,
July 4th, 2007 at 2:54 amI am new to this site and am interested in being a freelance writer and translator to earn some pocket money.. =] I feel it’s a brilliant idea to get my ideas across and for my ideas to be recognised by my readers.. =D I love writing and translating.. => I am very fluent in speaking and writing English.. ^^ I would like to try out freelance writing.. =]
Hi Deb:
I have been viewing your sites for over a year now and have really watched you progress. I love what you do! I recently was accepted into Graduate program for my MFA in creative writing and I really would love to go back full time. My question is: How do I start doing somewhat of an online blogging deal? It would be perfect for my lifestyle with full time school and I would gain so much experience. Do you have any personal advice? Or even a starting point? I would very much appreciate it. Thanks and have a great weekend!
July 6th, 2007 at 9:44 amm349k
July 7th, 2007 at 5:44 amDeb:
Thank you for the wonderful service you provide. I enjoy looking at your website almost every day and have found a few great gigs. In addition to the job listing, I love to see information for new freelancers and bloggers, as I am one myself.
July 7th, 2007 at 11:26 amHave been surfing and stumbled onto your site. A great resource!
July 9th, 2007 at 11:16 amHi Deborah,
I find this site very helpful as I can find a huge number of freelance writing work here. I am a freelance web content writer and would love to add more to my income with the help of your website.
Thanks alot,
July 21st, 2007 at 11:40 amMichelle.
hi,
July 24th, 2007 at 8:14 amMy name is Jeremy and I love to write poetry and have been struggling in writing short stories which I’ve been trying to do for a few years. does any one have advice for me on how to start out? I have been interested in writing Mysteries, Science Fiction and regular Fiction……Thank you!
Hi Deborah,
I’ve been an engineer for over 25 years. I’ve had a enormous amount of writing experience in various industries using various methods and styles. For the longest time, I’d been looking into writing gigs, trying to make some extra income. Then, I stumbled onto your site. I made some connections, got some ideas on how this all works, and now, I’m starting to move forward. I’ve gotten paid twice in the last month and I’m using this experience to leverage other work! Amazing! I don’t think I could’ve done this without your help… Thanks!!!
July 27th, 2007 at 3:28 pmDeborah,
You have really been an inspiration to me. I even linked you in my recent post at www.handwritten.wordpress.com.
I caught your radio broadcast the other day and enjoyed listening to your insight. Thanks for everything!
July 31st, 2007 at 11:27 pmHi, Deborah,
I’m just starting out as a freelancer, and your website has been extremely helpful. Wanting to learn as much about the industry as possible, I’ve also been looking into how-to books specifically targeted at newcomers to freelance writing — what books would you suggest?
Thanks!
August 5th, 2007 at 7:03 pmAdrienne
Hi Deb,
I am new to this site and am interested in being a freelance writer especilly in areas of Women’s Health and HIV AIDS in Developing countries to earn some money.I feel it’s a brilliant idea to get my ideas across and for my ideas to be recognised by my readers. I am very fluent in speaking and writing English. I would like to try out freelance writing.
Give a reply please.
August 8th, 2007 at 3:45 amHello,
I’m interested in writing for magazines on a freelance basis. I want to know if there are any sites that might provide the following: a service where magazines post the sorts of articles and topics they need written. Freelancers then submit. The magazine selects “the best” submission and pays the writer a decent fee.
Thanks,
August 11th, 2007 at 2:35 ammdholman69
Hi!
I love this website and appreciate all the hard work that goes into keeping it updated.
Do you know anything about the suite 101 freelance writer jobs?
Thanks!
August 11th, 2007 at 10:40 pmDeb, I’ve never read your “landing page” before, I can see that your intentions are AWESOME! That’s great, thanks.
August 13th, 2007 at 11:24 pmDeb,
This is a great site and I am excited to have stumbled upon it. I have sent some notes on to some of the opportunities. It is very exciting to think that one day I may not have to work in this sea of cubicles! Thanks for offering such a great service.
- Danielle
August 15th, 2007 at 3:41 pmI wanted to add my gratitude! I look forward each day to checking out the new listings. I’m scared today thinking Saturday is a no listing day! Ack!
August 18th, 2007 at 6:30 amHi,I’m like lookin’ for an opportunity to get paid writin’ stuff,but I’m not livin’ in the NAFTA region.I don’t have a Master Card or American Express,so I’m not exactly sure how I’m gonna start.
Hope to hear from you,thanks.
August 20th, 2007 at 3:14 amHi all,
August 20th, 2007 at 10:48 amFor anyone looking for even more opportunities to get paid for your writing, check out Helium.com. They have postings from major publishers under the “Marketplace” section of the Web site, and you can browse assignments and submit work online and get paid for doing it. It’s really easy! http://corp.helium.com/about/Marketplace/PublisherTitles.aspx
Deb,
August 23rd, 2007 at 9:15 amLooking through your job lists, the only source I see is Craig’s List. Do you provide any listings other than those found on Craig’s List?
Cherie,
They use many, not just craigslist. It might be because the specific day you looked there was more of craiglists postings.
Deb,
August 30th, 2007 at 7:33 amI put you in as a link on my blog that’s just starting also.
Hi Deb,
September 5th, 2007 at 11:47 pmThank you for the resource. I have been writing for years, and am just starting to take off. I just graduated from college, but am seeing how hard it is. But am excited to be truly “free”. I am a regular reporter at a business newspaper, but would like to eventually move into freelancing regularly in the entertainment area. I hope to one day “pay it forward” by helping people, as you have. Have a wonderful day!
Deb,
I got your comment on my site this morning. Please accept my apologies. I’m so embarassed! I even read your recent post on others posting your material. Sheesh…I blew it. Again, I’m sorry!
September 7th, 2007 at 6:55 amDeb,
September 11th, 2007 at 9:13 pmMy job in the home building industry was eliminated recently and I am interested in trying to make a career out of freelance writing assignments. I stumbled onto your site via a Google link and it seems much more legitimate than many I have seen in cyberspace. I have a degree in Journalism but no “real world” writing samples. I am also curious about blogs and how to start one and what they are all about. Can you give me some advice about how to get started and what to expect when trying to secure writing assignments?
Thank you for your good work. You are giving very good service to the jobless.
September 12th, 2007 at 6:42 amYou are very kind.
I am interested in geting an online job as a Technical coywriter.
Hi Deb,
I just stumbled across your website and I am impressed. I am interested in starting a career in writing as it comes natural to me. Born on September 14th, I am drawn to writing. I write songs, poetry and now articles. I am wondering if I need to register to find work on your site. I don’t see a sign-up link.
September 19th, 2007 at 8:15 amI have recently published a mystery book. I love to write, as it come naturally to me. How do I go about applying for a freelance writing job?
September 20th, 2007 at 8:56 amGreat website! Added you to my blogroll! You deserve a kudo or two. I’ll buy you coffee when I can afford it.
September 24th, 2007 at 11:30 pmNew to this….blah,blah,blah,
Would love to write, yappidde,yappidde
I need some concrete advice from some seasoned veterans…..
September 26th, 2007 at 10:02 pmI have applied for blog jobs… they want to see previous work (did I mention that I was new)
I have created my own blog (by the grace of God …)
What is the next step…what do I do… how am I to be proactive in this quest?
I refuse to give up,but would someone out there please take pitty on a broke ($$$) soul and tell me how to grow my blog or get a paying job…
Hi Deb,
I love your blog and I have gotten better at freelancing. Yet, I have a question. What do you do when a potential employer keeps asking you questions about your expertise? I have submitted a few clips on the topic, and I think he is interested, because if not, why would he keep communicating with me? However, we have been going back and forth in emails for weeks now and I don’t know if I should just scrap it, or see what happens. I mean I am just starting out as freelancing; so, I can’t afford to be too picky.
What would you do?
Wanda
October 2nd, 2007 at 4:15 pmHi Deb,
October 8th, 2007 at 6:37 pmI got a gig around Sept. 4 through your site with a new magazine that is to come out in March called Brave New Girl. The story was due Oct. 3 and I sent it in but have not heard back. Have you heard from anyone else who had a gig with this magazine? I’m wondering if the company has shut down?
Thanks for all that you do!
MB
I am trying to get started in freelance writing, and so far my publications have been limited to academic writing and various music/book/film reviews, as well as some blogging. As far as stuff that was not published on the web, what should my clips look like when I send them in? For example, if I’m submitting a concert review published in a magazine, do I photocopy that page and the inside cover page of the magazine and submit that? Or do I type it up a certain way and note in the header when and where it was published?
Even if you don’t have time to answer in-depth, if there are any books or websites with answers and possibly examples of what your clips should look like, that would be great.
Thank you for everything!
October 13th, 2007 at 1:08 pmDear Deb,
I am interested in writing and i want to get into editing and freelance work. The problem is I don’t have any internships or editing experience since I’ve been supporting myself since High School. How can I get started? There seems to be so much competition, and I can’t get my foot in the door!
October 19th, 2007 at 9:49 pmHello. I just wanted to say that I love your site! I check in daily and have found it very useful. I browse the jobs as well as your posts. I have learned a lot about freelancing thanks to your site. Thank you!
October 19th, 2007 at 11:07 pmHello,
I just found your site and it is interesting!
Thanks for the information.
Joan
October 22nd, 2007 at 4:33 amLove your website. I applied for a job that you posted on here a while ago and now I have a cool freelance job at puretimes magazine (www.puretimesmagazine.com)as movie reviewer. So thank you.
This job is an excellent separation from my day job as a research scientist, but I even began making that interesting with my blog www.uncomplicatedscientist.blogspot.com.
Thanks again and keep up the good work.
October 27th, 2007 at 2:19 amI have a lead - and it sounds like an interesting one. I apologize if this is not the right area to “post” it, but I have been perusing the site for alternatives, and found none. I sure hope someone knows about horses - I would most definitely apply, if I did:
http://denver.craigslist.org/search/jjj?query=469779583
Need Someone to Write Blog Posts/Articles about Horses
________________________________________
Reply to: job-469779583@craigslist.org
Date: 2007-11-05, 1:16PM MST
I have a blog related primarily to horses, horse care and hoof care. I need someone who can write blog posts ideally averaging around 300 words each. I’d like to stay under $250 initally for my total budget for the project and I need to get as many blog posts as possible. I also would like to get them all done as soon as possible. If all goes well, there will absolutely be ongoing opportunities for writing on this topic, and I may have work for other subjects as well. This job would be especially easy for someone who has knowledge about horses. It could probably be done in just a couple days and I will pay immediately via PayPal upon reciept of the articles. We can discuss other payment options if need be, but PayPal works best for me. Please contact me and if interested, let me know how many blog posts/articles you’re willing to do for the budget mentioned above and how soon you can do it. We’ll go from there.
• Compensation: Negotiable
November 6th, 2007 at 8:54 pm• Telecommuting is ok.
• This is a contract job.
• Principals only. Recruiters, please don’t contact this job poster.
• Please, no phone calls about this job!
• Please do not contact job poster about other services, products or commercial interests.
Hi Deb, I just ran across your site today. I’ve been writing professionally for years, but never for money ‘per se’, only for work. Now that I work for a publishing company, my interest to release my skills to the world has peaked.
Reading your site reviews and just browsing around, has brightened the light and I plan to research as much as possible without getting ‘analysis paralysis’. I will keep you as my first source as I see that you’re website has helped many. Hopefully in the future, I will become part of that statistic.
Thank you for your time and commitment.
Regards,
Finally getting off my >>>
November 19th, 2007 at 9:13 pmOut of curiosity, what does it mean when it says “accepting query letters only”?
Thanks and love the site!!
Dee
November 20th, 2007 at 9:01 pmI see you a dozen of people writing here looks like you are good. Well here goes.
December 4th, 2007 at 3:11 amI am trying to become a freelance short story writer. And like most people here I found plenty of resources but they all require money. Which makes no sense to me.
I write fictional stories. Do you have any paying short story freelance job?
I already have about fifty stories that I have written. Could you point me in the
Right direction. I have samples of my work.
I see you have dozen of people writing here looks like you are good. Well here goes.
December 4th, 2007 at 3:15 amI am trying to become a freelance short story writer. And like most people here I found plenty of resources but they all require money. Which makes no sense to me.
I write fictional stories. Do you have any paying short story freelance job?
I already have about fifty stories that I have written. Could you point me in the
right direction. I have samples of my work.
Thanks, Deb! I’ve totally found a job due to you.
December 12th, 2007 at 3:53 amHi - I am interested in becoming a writer. I have done some literary reviews and some commentaries on life for a website about a year ago, but nothing since. How do I find jobs? My “real life” job is in advertising as a Interactive media planner/buyer…..Please help!
December 13th, 2007 at 1:04 amHi Deb,
Just learned about your website today. You have great job leads and information. Thanks!
Kristen
December 30th, 2007 at 10:21 pmI would love to freelance blog or write, from home since I live in Canada. How do I find jobs? Where do I start. I have my own small blog and I ghost write and moderate for a forum but how do I start making a living at writing? I am a student who needs extra income.
December 31st, 2007 at 11:54 pmGreat site you have here.
Im looking for a decent writer at the moment to come up with some media industry and career industry articles for our jobs site http://www.xpandedcareers.com - Hopefully im not posting this in the wrong place, if theres somewhere more official on the site please let me know so i can put up an official ad.
thanks
January 10th, 2008 at 9:07 am@ Benjamin - A good way to find a writer is to view the home pages of commentators that you find write well or with insight. That often finds you a good writer without having to screen hundreds of applications for a job posting.
January 10th, 2008 at 5:04 pmDeb - I’ve been coming to your site for six months now and just wanted to say thank you for all your hard work. I really appreciate the list of jobs you compile (even though I haven’t landed one yet), the positivity of most of the others that visit, the community you have created and, most importantly, the pay-scale advocacy (pay-scale advocacy. ha! that’s kind of funny) that everyone here is involve with. It’s all very encouraging. So…
Thank you.
January 24th, 2008 at 9:25 pmI really like your site and find your blogs helpful. It would be great if you would do a blog on how to make email cover letters stand out from the other 5,000 applications being submitted for each job. : )
Thank you!
January 24th, 2008 at 10:53 pmI just discovered your site after several years of freelance editing… good timing now that a lot of my work is being outsourced overseas! Thanks for the job postings — it’s much appreciated.
February 1st, 2008 at 1:56 amI just came across this site and think it is such a great idea. I have been writing poetry, novels, children’s stories, etc. since I was in Junior High. I am now 40 years old. Writing has always been my passion; however I have only shared it with friends and online websites. How do I get writing gig without a resume for “writing” If I make up a resume does it have to contain paid jobs or works? What do I do?
Thanks in advance for any help you are able to share.
Toba
February 5th, 2008 at 2:15 amI have not written anything for a long, long time. All of the clippings I have are probably at least seven years old, and God only knows where they even are. However, I’d really like to start freelance writing again, where do I start?
February 27th, 2008 at 6:06 amhi deb
March 2nd, 2008 at 9:34 pmi daily visit your website for writing jobs..even i got one but unfortunately that person didnt pay me..i really like your work and articles..can u please help me in getting freelance writing job.I am presently staying in malaysia..i wud really be greatful if you can help me .
thanx
pallavi
Hi Deb,
Just wanted to thank you for the site. Thanks to the leads here, I’ve already landed a semi-regular gig that pays pretty well (about $150 per 2000-word web article) and I’m in negotiations on another project that could pay me up to $3,000. I’ve also found a few smaller gigs to round out my income. Keep up the good work!
March 14th, 2008 at 2:41 amThis site has been a godsend. I’ve had several gigs through here, including one that might turn out to be permanent (and decent paying!). I’d advise to skip the gigs that want to pay $15 for 1,000 words–unless you can have it done in half an hour or so. As far as the ones that require upfront investing of money, skip. There are also ones that say they can’t pay but you get the benefit of your own byline and the “prestige” of being published on their site. Skip this also. You’re a writer and a professional, and you should be paid. A friend of mine who writes for People magazine tells me that a reputable publication will pay you for an article it assigns to you.
March 22nd, 2008 at 12:40 amHi. I’m not sure how to reach you, so am posting here. Please remove our posting for Freelance Academic Editing taken from Craigslist in the past couple of days. We need to open and end job searches on a schedule and also seek to post in environments where academic editors specifically will look.
Thanks,
March 27th, 2008 at 8:52 pmMarc
hey deb..i am a regular visitor and i did get a job from this site but unfortunately didnt get paid..thats different ,but the discussion topics really facinate me and i always read all the topics..i am a freelance writer..i wud really appreciate if you can help me in getting a writing job…thanx keep t going..
March 30th, 2008 at 10:26 ampallavi
Hi Deb,
April 1st, 2008 at 10:03 pmLove this site…so helpful! Just a question…do you have any experience with Elance.com? Do you know anyone who’s landed writing gigs through the site? Thanks, kate
Hi Deb,
April 2nd, 2008 at 11:14 pmIn following with Kate’s question just above, I was wondering if you might be willing to do a post about job lead sites that charge a membership fee, like GoFreelance.com. I’d love to know what you and your readers think about these sites. Is it worth subscribing? Are they generally scams? Which sites seem to be the most honest?
I’m about to jump head first out of the corporate world and into freelancing. I’d feel better if I had a gig or two lined up before I walk out so I want to make sure I’m looking and promoting myself in all the right places.
Thank you for your amazing blog!
Hi Deb/all,
I work at a university that will pay for one class per semester–whatever I want to take. I have a lot of writing classes under my belt (my minor in college), but I would like to learn web development. I know how to web surf, email, blog, etc, but I don’t know how to BUILD a website, or update and maintain one, or create content for one. I would like to know what I need to know to create a web site like this one, for instance, or be able to take freelance jobs that require “creating content for and updating websites.” I may already know more than I think, but my question is this–what software would be most helpful to learn and what kind of classes would most boost my earnings? And what does “creating content for web” really mean? Is it some mysterious web coding thing, or do they just mean writing stuff that’s going to wind up on the internet? Any and all suggestions welcome. Great site Deb!
April 16th, 2008 at 11:36 pmI used to get emails as to when you updated your web site, but they have stopped comming. Is there some way you could put me back on your email list?
Thank you,
April 17th, 2008 at 5:46 pmJackie Masloff
Hello there,
I just want to say thank you for providing excellent informations on this website. I’ve nailed my first gig a week ago through and when I applied I mentioned that I got the link from here. Guess I will be a regular now
Again, thank you. You have no idea how much you’ve helped new freelance writers like me!
May 1st, 2008 at 9:42 pmHello, Deb and Jodee. I’d like to discuss advertising but I can’t find an email for you anywhere. Can you let me know? Thanks!
May 5th, 2008 at 1:09 pmI am currently seeking a home based job and since Im a freelance writer for the Philippines, Ive searched the internet for jobs and here I am. I was wondering if you’d allow a mom from the Philippines to write for you.
Hope springs eternal,
May 6th, 2008 at 3:13 pmGigi
Hi - I am confused. I see the daily posts of “leads” for various writing jobs, but I do not see how to contact these employers… am I missing something, or am I supposed to do the footwork & locate these peoples’ telephone numbers, etc. myself???
May 8th, 2008 at 12:07 am