I recently went freelance as an EP and started my own LLC as well (to get the full benefits of being a freelancer). Some agencies and clients want to pay on a W2 versus 1099 / as an independent contractor. Should I still take the gig if W2 or stand my ground and pass?

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I have been freelance for almost 30 years. I was incorporated and ran my business as such for the first two decades plus but once the Affordable Care Act came in most companies had to change how they do business and could only hire on W2s It meant changing my business model but the alternative was missing out on most of the work. Take the gig brother and be flexible financially.

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Thank you!

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Hi Producers,
What day rates are you charging? Also does it depend if it’s a small budget or small, mid, large agency on what you charge? Thanks.

If it’s a small budget that means you will be doing more work. So keep your rate range and don’t go too low. Our range is $850-$1000 but I like what ECP said too.

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