Freelance

How one reporter covers the US Open for newspapers all over the country

If you've ever read a story about an up-and-comer at professional tennis’ final grand slam of the year, chances are it was by Michael J. Lewis.

September 5, 2023

Opinion | How does anyone make a living writing about what they love these days?

You may have to subsidize the price of passion, but you don’t have to become a foot soldier in the clickbait content cavalcade.

July 10, 2023

For freelancers struggling with resources and time, a surprise award offers relief

'It completely changes the circumstances for how I’m doing this reporting. It alleviates so much stress that I was facing on a daily basis.'

February 24, 2023

Amaris Castillo

Are you a freelancer? Does the government agree?

After Biden blocked Trump’s attempt to change decades-old definitions, we’re basically back to where we started

November 30, 2022

Elizabeth Djinis

6 freelancing tips from those who made the leap

Here are some tips from former journalism students who have chosen to freelance and other experts.

January 7, 2022

Jacqueline Marino

How freelancers are tackling big stories, solo

Long-form journalism requires significant time, creative energy and discipline — significant barriers to freelancers.

October 8, 2021

Britany Robinson

Journalists are switching to freelance. 7 things they wish they knew first.

When I started my writing business in January 2021, I thought I had already done a fair amount of research. And I had — but still I learned more.

October 7, 2021

Elizabeth Djinis

Did you start freelancing in 2020? Here’s what you need to know for tax season.

When you go from full-time employee to freelancer, your taxes get a whole lot more complicated.

May 17, 2021

Meena Thiruvengadam

Opinion | I graduated during the COVID-19 pandemic. It’s not going well.

Working as a freelance journalist during the pandemic is hard — and it is all I have ever known.

February 5, 2021

30+ resources for freelancers

Training, newsletters, articles, databases and more for freelancers

August 24, 2020

Freelancing is more than a pitch. It’s a business.

Becoming a full-time freelance journalist requires the mindset of a small business owner. Here are 5 important things to consider before you start.

August 16, 2020

Molly McCluskey

How to start freelancing, even early in your journalism career

Advice on finding paid work, negotiating rates and building relationships with editors

July 15, 2020

Taylor Blatchford

Survive and Thrive in Freelance and Remote Work

[vc_column_inner width="1/6"][vc_column_inner width="2/3"][vc_column_inner width="1/6"] Improve your effectiveness working remotely in your freelance solo act, side…

July 15, 2020

Savannah Peterson

Estimates of COVID-19’s impact on journalism fail to count freelancers, whose livelihoods have vanished overnight

When the crisis has passed, and our profession begins to dust itself off and rebuild, the real toll of the damage will never fully be counted.

June 23, 2020

Molly McCluskey

Working as a freelance journalist right now is hard but not impossible. Here’s some advice.

Meena Thiruvengadam writes: "As a freelancer during the pandemic, I’ve felt more empowered and secure than I expected. But I’ve had to pivot."

April 21, 2020

Meena Thiruvengadam

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