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Why freelance feature writers shouldn't miss the news

The best prospects for freelancers are features with a topical hook, says journalism school Pulford Media.

25 May 2011

8 min

Freelance 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.

11 May 2011

4 min

10 Trademark Steps Freelancers Should Take

An intellectual property checklist to ensure your one-person business enjoys optimum protection.

5 May 2011

3 min

Writing headlines – tell the story, sell the story

Veterans, producers and reporters of news on how to write effective headlines.

15 December 2010

5 min

Freelancers' Questions: How to pay myself?

Expert advice on the least taxing ways to pay yourself as a creative freelancer.

13 December 2010

2 min

Freelancers' Questions: What if my photo was used without consent?

Legal aid for a freelancer whose images were used without his permission.

15 October 2010

2 min

Freelancers' Questions: How do I pitch?

Freelance expert Nicola Lees lays down the five principles of successful pitching.

29 June 2010

3 min

Freelancers' 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.

13 May 2010

3 min

Wording it well: a guide to writing for the web

Freelancer & blogger Geoff Scaplehorn on how to make your writing sparkle online.

12 May 2010

4 min

How 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.

29 April 2010

4 min

How 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.

23 June 2009

4 min

How to find clients in a recession

What freelancers can do in straitened times to attract new customers.

7 May 2009

5 min

How to fight the freelance contract crunch – Part 2

Legal aid for when freelancers are pushed to accept the unacceptable.

1 April 2009

9 min

Contract basics for freelancers

Seven questions freelancers should ask about their contract.

10 March 2009

10 min

How to write your invoice

Going it alone? Freelancers spell out what to say on your most critical document.

10 July 2008

4 min

How to protect your freelance business

Revealed: legal know-how for creative freelancers.

14 May 2008

4 min

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