WFH Freelancers

Just when I thought I’ve seen it all... My Writer and I were supposed to work on a project lasting for eight weeks. Said Agency ran a background check which they take their time to do. It took about a… more

Hi, does anyone have a short-form / social video production agency they would recommend working with? Looking for a place that can deliver social video at scale, while not compromising on quality. Any recom… more

After 4y as a permalancer in the same agency, my day rate has been upped by fair amount (+25%) without letting me know. I’ve just seen the new day rate, without any communication.
Should I let them know? Th… more

Has anyone ever negotiated a promotion and/or raise as a permalancer? It’s been a few months and I’m now being billed at a title 2-3 levels above my actual title. I don’t mind the rate I have but if I… more

What is a reasonable hourly rate for a full time freelance graphic designer at [insert large appliance brand here] in Chicago? I have no idea, sort of new to full time freelancing- I charge $100/hr fo… more

What does everyone deduct on their taxes for their freelance careers? I have no clue where to begin.

New to Freelance so had a question:

If contracted for a week of freelance work as an AD on an hourly pay and it's Monday and im just waiting for next steps do you bill those hours?

Thinking about stepping back into freelance. What’s the avg day rate for an ACD-CD writer these days?

Got a week long pitch from a good friend. Thank the ad gods. Lesson number one of advertising: never burn a bridge. You may need to cross it one day.

Any ACD or Senior art director freelancers looking to team up? Have a lead on a gig, but they need me to bring a partner along asap. DM me your book!

Feeling frustrated. I was brought on as a ft employee’s partner but I get cut out of about 50% of the meetings and can’t come to any client presentations. It’s like I’m expected to stay on top of thin… more

I've spent way too many days searching for a specific ebook cover image I have in mind, but I can't find one that I like enough to pay for. I used ChatGPT to generate exactly what I need, thou… more

I often find myself stuck in my chair until at least 6 pm every day because logging off earlier seems lazy, even when I've finished my tasks. It's like I'm trapped in an office mentality, … more

VP and SVP Account, what is your current hourly rate or range?

Half of my income currently comes from just one client. It’s beginning to stress me out because if that contract wraps up, I’ll be in a tough spot financially. I’m looking to secure a few more steady … more

Do you sign NDA’s in order to get briefed on a project to figure out the price?

I'm new to freelancing, and trying to find projects using Upwork. It seems like more of a waste of money than not... I’m spending a ton on Connects but getting no views or jobs. It feels like they… more

FL Writers, Did you get booked for work this week? Yes? Holding Co, Indie or Client side? If not, how long have you been on the bench? Me: Nope. 3 months!

My boyfriend and I are thinking about moving in together, but we're both fully wfh and I'm kind of dreading that. The alone time I get now feels really necessary for my sanity. My current room… more

My outbound efforts are a mess, and I’m tired of the inconsistent months. I can't decide if I should buckle down and finally learn how to do cold email properly or just hire a pro to handle it. Ha… more

Has anyone been able to do 1099 with any Omnicom + IPG agencies after the merger?

Why do clients think being remote means we are always at our desks? I had someone email twice in 15 minutes today wondering why I hadn't replied yet. How do you guys set boundaries? I can't ge… more

How often do clients dictate the hours when asking you to do a project?

How much do you charge for late fees?

Any freelancers using the new Atrium/Bullhorn at IPG/omnicom know how to enter sick days?

One of my clients is 60 days behind on their invoice and keeps stalling with the same vague promise to pay soon. I don't want to be a jerk or ruin the relationship, but I need to get paid. How lon… more

Do you have a favorite bookkeeping service or software?

Freelancers with S-Corps/LLCs — what are you doing about agencies pushing W2 contracts lately?
I make a lot more on 1099. Are you raising your rates for W2 to offset the tax hit?

I’d like to do a hive mind assessment of what we’re seeing in the freelance market adding any nuances about industry like pharma advertising, in-house agencies, etc. I’ll go first. I’ve been in the … more

In your experience what have been the best agencies and worst agencies to freelance for? In terms of work load / briefs / general treatment of freelancers.

I have noticed that over the past year, year and a half, I get booked for 12 weeks, but then wrap up and have to spend the next 12 weeks trying for my next gig. Anyone else experiencing this pattern?

Company says I need business insurance to work freelance for them!!! I’ve worked with them for years and they made this demand out of the blue when asking to sign a new NDA. Has anyone else encountere… more

I spotted a great Sr Art Director position, but it would be beneath my current ACD/CD level. Is there a way to use it as a foot-in-the-door? Should I apply at the outside chance they’d make it ACD? Or… more

Hello Future Me, Who is employed, content, and living life to the fullest….please send me a hint about who I need to email to get where you are. Okay, thanks. 🪄

Question, have any Canadian freelancers made the jump to freelancing in the States? How did you do it? And what are the pros/cons outside of proofing for "colour", "neighbour", &qu… more

Are people actually working? This is absolutely dreadful right now.

Where do creatives find freelance gigs these days