Freelancer News
Freelancer NewsWhy freelance feature writers shouldn't miss the news
The best prospects for freelancers are features with a topical hook, says journalism school Pulford Media.8 min
Freelancer NewsFreelance Alliance Spotlight: Fashion designer Helen Welch
How curiosity, a passion for fun with fashion and clear client communication adds up to freelance success for one designer.4 min
Freelancer News10 Trademark Steps Freelancers Should Take
An intellectual property checklist to ensure your one-person business enjoys optimum protection.3 min
Freelancer NewsWriting headlines – tell the story, sell the story
Veterans, producers and reporters of news on how to write effective headlines.5 min
Freelancer NewsFreelancers' Questions: How to pay myself?
Expert advice on the least taxing ways to pay yourself as a creative freelancer.2 min
Freelancer NewsFreelancers' Questions: What if my photo was used without consent?
Legal aid for a freelancer whose images were used without his permission.2 min
Freelancer NewsFreelancers' Questions: How do I pitch?
Freelance expert Nicola Lees lays down the five principles of successful pitching.3 min
Freelancer NewsFreelancers' Questions: Do I need a VAT number for EU clients?
Expert helps an out-of-pocket freelancer stuck on his client's claims about VAT in Europe.3 min
Freelancer NewsWording it well: a guide to writing for the web
Freelancer & blogger Geoff Scaplehorn on how to make your writing sparkle online.4 min
Freelancer NewsHow I got published by The Independent
Freelance writer Richard Willis on the to-ing and fro-ing of getting a national newspaper to publish your story.4 min
Freelancer NewsHow to register as self-employed: the basics
HMRC expects that every newly self-employed person will do their duty. Here is how to register as self employed and a freelancer with the HMRC. We highlight the HMRC checklist, the VAT and NICs.4 min
Freelancer NewsHow to find clients in a recession
What freelancers can do in straitened times to attract new customers.5 min
Freelancer NewsHow to fight the freelance contract crunch – Part 2
Legal aid for when freelancers are pushed to accept the unacceptable.9 min
Freelancer NewsContract basics for freelancers
Seven questions freelancers should ask about their contract.10 min
Freelancer NewsHow to write your invoice
Going it alone? Freelancers spell out what to say on your most critical document.4 min
Freelancer NewsHow to protect your freelance business
Revealed: legal know-how for creative freelancers.4 min