Had a great weekend?
Good — because we got more freelance writing jobs for you!
Let’s just jump into it.
Had a great weekend?
Good — because we got more freelance writing jobs for you!
Let’s just jump into it.
Good morning, job hunters.
Here are today’s writing jobs online, internships, and more.
It’s the first of the month again – time for a fresh start! Even though the first week looks like it’s going to be very busy, I am looking forward to the weeks ahead. I hope you are, too!
Here are your paid freelance writing jobs for today. Have a great Monday!
Content Writing Jobs
Blogging Jobs
Copywriting Jobs
Proofreading/Editing Jobs
Journalism Jobs
Plan/Proposal/Grant Writing Jobs
Technical Writing Jobs
Resume Writing Jobs
General/Misc. Freelance Writing Jobs
There are several ways to find freelance writing gigs. Answering ads posted on job boards is one method, and you probably want to try more than one approach in your search for gigs. Another way to find work (and one that may lead to a steady gig in some cases) is to approach websites that freelance writers for contributions for guest posts.
It’s the start of a new week. Were you able to recharge your batteries over the weekend? I think I have finally been able to shake off the bug that was bothering me practically all week, so I am ready for a fresh start this week.
Here are the first of the jobs. I wish you all a productive week ahead!
Content Writing
Blogging Jobs
Copywriting Jobs
Proofreading/Editing Jobs
Plan/Proposal/Grant Writing Jobs
Resume Writing Jobs
General/Misc. Freelance Writing Jobs
Magazine Writing Gigs
by david 11 Comments
There is perhaps no other topic in the freelance writing world that generates more controversy than the concept of writers writing for free. Bring it up and lines in invisible sand are drawn, commenting spikes and in the case of Harlan Ellison, a few F-bombs are dropped.
It’s understandable. Shady publishers and editors prey on vunerable writers who want to see their names in print. Writers are constantly burned by “write for free now and earn later” promises in which “later” never comes.
However, in the angry buzz of the debate something gets lost. Choice and education. There will always be writers who consider using their talent without traditional compensation. Instead of helping writers make informed decisions, we as a community often take the abstinence-only approach – IT’S WRONG, NEVER DO IT.
Is it really free?
The first step to weighing a work-for-free option is to look at whether the project has any compensation opportunities. Writers work in exchange for items and services all the time. A little web content work in exchange for a new website. A little PR work in exchange for lessons from a yoga studio.
Just be sure that you follow three simple rules when bartering services:
Wielding a hammer may not be some people’s idea of how they want to volunteer, but wielding a keyboard may feel just right. Providing writing services to help a charity or organization is a good thing. Sweating over a keyboard or a hot stove both take time and effort and each can be a great help to someone in need.
Are you prepared for the lack of payoff?
Writing for exposure. *Sigh* That’s a tricky one. Certain publications swear by it, but when their blog only reaches 12 people and four of those are family members, the “exposure” doesn’t help a writer one bit. Then you have the Huffington Post model: huge reach and definite opportunities for exposure. However, when the publication makes a deal for a large sum of money, whether it’s for advertising or through the sale of the blog, there will be writers who feel slighted when left out of the monetary windfall.
There is, of course, the possibility that exposure may never come. Before you get into an “exposure” deal,
Whether working in exchange for goods and services, as a volunteer or for “exposure,” carefully weigh the costs of the commitment. There are time costs, including time away from other business-growing opportunities, i.e. querying, working on gigs for other clients, etc. There are also actual costs: electricity, Internet, the standard writing rate… This is one of those tough choices that a writer has to make from a business perspective, especially if the project will be ongoing.
Most of the time I’m against writing for free. It distracts writers from doing things that can both further their careers and enable them to pay bills. Writing for experience can be accomplished while making money – don’t let anyone tell you otherwise. There are, however, situations in which free can work out for writers though they are not as common as “job” listings would have you believe. It’s a personal, business decision that should be made with research and with realistic expectations.
Have you written for “free?” Why or why not? What other things should writers consider when weighing a non-traditional pay option?
by Noemi 14 Comments
TGIF! The week just flew by so quickly, didn’t it? Before you all settle in for the weekend, here’s one more batch of job leads. Have a relaxing weekend, everyone, and see you again on Monday!
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Content Writing Jobs
Blogging Jobs
Copy Writing Jobs
Proofreading/Editing Jobs
Journalism Jobs
Technical Writing Jobs
Plan/Proposal/Grant Writing Jobs
Travel Writing Jobs
Sports Writing Jobs
Resume Writing Jobs
General/Misc. Freelance Writing Jobs
Magazine Writing Gigs
by Noemi 6 Comments
Good morning FWJ friends! I have a bunch of blogging and freelance writing gigs for you today. After chasing up these leads, visit Susan’s post on what you want to read about here on FWJ.
Enjoy the rest of the week!
What Do You Want to Read About on Freelance Writing Jobs?
Content Writing Jobs
Blogging Jobs
Copy Writing Jobs
Proofreading/Editing Jobs
Journalism Jobs
Technical Writing Jobs
Plan/Proposal/Grant Writing Jobs
Travel Writing Jobs
Sports Writing Jobs
Resume Writing Jobs
General/Misc. Freelance Writing Jobs
Magazine Writing Gigs
by Noemi 2 Comments
Good morning everyone! Here are your jobs leads for today. Hopefully, they’ll help with the hangover that you may have from the holiday.
Introducing the Personal Life of Susan Gunelius
Content Writing Jobs
Blogging Jobs
Copy Writing Jobs
Proofreading/Editing Jobs
Journalism Jobs
Technical Writing Jobs
Plan/Proposal/Grant Writing Jobs
Travel Writing Jobs
Sports Writing Jobs
Resume Writing Jobs
General/Misc. Freelance Writing Jobs
Magazine Writing Gigs
Hi FWJ friends! I hope you are all enjoying the long weekend! For those who are looking for writing gigs today, here’s what I found on a Monday morning.
When a Client Doesn’t Want to Work with You Anymore….
Introducing the Writing Life of Susan Gunelius
Content Writing Jobs
Blogging Jobs
Copy Writing Jobs
Proofreading/Editing Jobs
Journalism Jobs
Technical Writing Jobs
Plan/Proposal/Grant Writing Jobs
Travel Writing Jobs
Sports Writing Jobs
Resume Writing Jobs
General/Misc. Freelance Writing Jobs
Magazine Writing Gigs