Freelancing

News, tips and resources for freelance graphic designers, illustrators, artists, photographers and makers.

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Why creative freelancers should never work for free

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18 September 2023

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What's the reality of freelancing, and is it right for me?

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13 September 2023

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How to stand out as a freelance illustrator in 2023

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12 September 2023

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32 affordable tools to keep costs down when you first go freelance

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6 September 2023

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How to pivot your freelance creative business in 2023

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5 September 2023

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How to promote and build your creative business without using social media

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4 September 2023

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Five things to remember when signing up for a new social platform

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How to retain existing clients and win repeat work

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10 of the best office chairs that combine style and comfort

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How to create a strategy for your creative business

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How to win over journalists with your next pitch email

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Successful creatives share how they won their first client (so you can too)

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How to beat isolation when you no longer live in a creative hub

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'It's bad, it's gone quiet': how to rescue your freelancing if this is happening to you

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How to sell yourself as a freelancer in 2023

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Creative freelancers reveal their rates and share top tips for pricing your work

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27 February 2023

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Practical steps creatives can take when freelance work goes quiet

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20 February 2023

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Going back to the office? Here's how to adjust after many years spent working remotely

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26 January 2023

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How to get back into the swing of freelancing after the festive break

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5 rookie mistakes freelancers make that damage a reputation and chance of success

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18 October 2022

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Staying motivated this winter: tricks from creatives to help your mental health

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10 October 2022

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How to beat the competition as a creative freelancer

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21 September 2022

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How creative freelancers can save some much-needed cash this winter

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13 September 2022

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How to transform difficult clients into people you love working with

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