#lifeofafreelancer

[artofwarlick]

So I ruffled some feathers with my Spawn post. 😎⁠ ⁠ I got called obnoxious and cringe by a veteran whose work I really admire. A peer said it was salty and petty. I no doubt burned a bridge or two on future work. This is the price to pay when you advocate for artists to get paid.⁠ ⁠ Thank you to the folks who got it and/or voiced support. To those who didn't get it, I hope you never have to pay your rent with "exposure".⁠ ⁠ --⁠ ⁠ ⁠My #Spawnuary #SpawnChallenge in all its naked, inked glory.⁠ ⁠ --⁠ ⁠ #FuckYouPayMe #ExposureBucks #IllustrationGang #LifeOfAFreelancer #ArtistAdvocate #WeNeedAUnion #CreatorsRights

[lovenregrets]

Sometimes all I want is to sleep and wake up without a guilt. A peaceful, quiet rest that you would be able to have a good dream. 😌🥲

Di ko na maalala kailangan ako huling nanaginip.

Lahat ng tulog ko, tulog ng pagod. Nakatulog nalang kakaisip.

Bukod sa mag kape na ako rin naman nag titimpla, di ko na maalala kailangan ko huling pinamper ang sarili ko.

Wala ka manlang safe haven.

Para bang nilalaban mo sarili mo sa lahat. 🥲

Baka dati akong soldier. Or pwede din boxer. 🤔

Anyway,

Happy Weekend!

Pahinga kayo, idamay nyo nlang ako. 😌

Or Bawi nlang ako next life?

PS: Masarap naman mag work from home. Sobra!

Minsan di mo lang maiwasan di mag grind ng mag grind without realize na you are doing it too much na pala kasi sobrang ambisosya mo, dami mong goal sa buhay 😁😌

#womenempoweringwomen #virtualassistantcommunity #multipassionatewomen #youngentrepreneur #goalgetter #femenist #blessedbeyoncessstory #freelancesuccessstory #blessedbeyondmeasuredmeasure #lifeofafreelancer

[karolinepietrowski]

What is your favorite tool for drawing? Seriously, I can't decide. I love my iPad for on the go but also my Cintiq with that big screen! 😍 To relax, as you know, I often paint with watercolors. How about you? 💬 - #desksetup #deskaccessories #womenwhodraw #designer #designerlife #workspace #productivity #lifeofadesigner #creativecommunity #womenintech #womenindesign #artistsoninstagram #artistsproblems #lifeofafreelancer #freelancer #artistsoninstagram #illustratorsoninstagram #madewithwacom #wacom #wacomtablet #wacomcintiq #wacomart #wacomworkspace #deskgoals #deskinspiration (hier: Duisburg) https://www.instagram.com/p/Co-TjjVtiOt/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[iamaizamalsi-blog]

no makeup day

[septemberedit]

I spend so many hours in front of the computer today. No radio, no podcast, just hardcore work. Answering e-mails, pitching ideas, planning new concepts, planning ahead, negotiating... One of the questions I get asked the most after going full time as a blogger is, “can you do that for a living” and yes, some can. Not everyone (like not everyone can be a preofessionel football player) but some can. Growing a business (any business) and earning money, is not something that happens overnight. It takes hardcore work. #septemberedit #lifeofafreelancer #hustle (at Copenhagen) https://www.instagram.com/p/BuHk_Ginrb0/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=lmqu8m9iy010

[carolinehilde]

Pause ⚪️⚪️⚪️⚪️⚪️ #lifeofafreelancer #freelancelife #laviedunegraphisteindependante (at Burnham Beeches) https://www.instagram.com/p/CbXcispg35A/?utm_medium=tumblr

[imhired-blog]

Tuesday Post - A Day in the Life of a Freelancer As a freelance writer, I often get asked what it is I actually do! Most people think when I say I'm working from home, it's some type of code for I am sat watching day time telly in my pjs all day. So I thought I'd give you a little insight into my day to day (minus the binge watching of Netflix obviously 😂) https://www.im-hired.com/2018/08/a-day-in-life-of-freelancer.html . . . . . . . . . #tuesdaytip #freelance #freelancer #freelancewriter #writer #careercoach #careeradvicer #careerguidance #dayinthelife #bloggerlife #writerlife #lifeofafreelancer #netflix #bingewatching #daytimetelly #office #workingfromhome #workingfromanywhere #ownboss #selfemployment #selfemployed #employee #mylife #blog #newpost #tuesdaytreat #diary #schedule #daytoday

[pocketfoto]

Progress. Woodshelf. Homeoffice. . . . #allesgutezumalltag #simplelife #woodisgood #woodworking #woodlove #homeofficedesign #2ndoffice #interiordesign #lifeofafreelancer #somewhere #berlin #neukölln

[creativeclaygraphics]

My First Wedding Videography Gig - Starting Out as a Freelancer

Watch here - https://youtu.be/B87mE3uJ05w

15 AUG 2020 

A cloudy day that turned to non-stop rain. It certainly helped with more or less consistent lighting. 

PREPARATION 

I've been friends with Heidi for 7 years now! It has been such a privilege and joy to shoot and edit her wedding video. I made two - the full length version was 1 hour 40 min and the second video is the highlights around 7 min. 

I've been getting into videography and motion graphics in the past 2 years. I've mainly done travel videos and some graphic templates. When she first asked me to be her wedding videographer, I was so excited and so freaking out! I certainly felt the pressure of making it good. The only disappointing thing was because of Covid restrictions, my boyfriend couldn't come and film as well. It would have been incredibly handy to have extra angles to capture those expressions.

My first instinct was to jump on YouTube and search for Wedding Videography Tips and 'How-Tos'.  I have looked up to a lot of videographers on YouTube who showcase their work and provide helpful tutorials. Here are a few videos with tips and considerations I found useful before the day of the wedding. 

Matti Haapoja - 7 Pro Tips for Wedding Videography!

https://youtu.be/4xp31LYdcKo

Matt WhoisMatt Johnson - My Favourite Lens for Wedding Filmmaking!

https://youtu.be/AMwrYohDz00

As I was getting ready prepping with theory and strategy, there was one tip that I learned from Daniel Schiffer that I had to do. That was making a shot list. I prepared a shot list for Heidi, then sent it to her to double check if I missed anything. This was really key in ensuring that I don't miss any moment or people in the video.

Daniel Schiffer -- How I plan Shots & Transitions | B ROLL 101

https://youtu.be/3mZuJAWH1Ow

**Something to note is I did consider the issue of audio, but thankfully the ceremony was being broadcasted through zoom and they had extra cameras and audio set up, which was something I didn't need to worry about.

The next thing I did was to present the couple a few reference videos on YouTube of what style they would want the video to be. They didn't seem to fussed but they certainly liked the examples I had given them.

https://youtu.be/OUB6zKc-Tos

WEDDING DAY 

This was how it all went down: 

7 A.M.  WAKE UP 8 A.M. LEAVE TO TRAIN 10:30 A.M. ARRIVE AT HOTEL - Film Bride and Groom 12 P.M. GROOM LEAVES HOTEL TO CHURCH 1 P.M. BRIDE LEAVES HOTEL TO CHURCH 1:30 P.M. CEREMONY STARTS 3:30 P.M. LATE LUNCH 5 P.M. GROUP PHOTOS 5:45 P.M. TEA CEREMONY 

CAMERA - Lumix G85 LENS - ZhongYi Mitakon 25mm f/0.95              Lumix G VARIO 14-42mm  f/3.5-5.6 

The first half of the day went surprisingly smooth. Arrived unscathed at the hotel, found the bride's room no problem and began shooting while she was getting her make up done. I got some shots of the dress and rings as well. Later on the groom was ready, so I got some shots the grooms men helping the groom with his suit. Then other closeup shots with placing the handkerchief in the pocket, tying shoes. After the groom was ready, we all headed back to the bride. Heidi hid behind the door ajar and David approached and they touched hands. It was a very cute scene to film! David and the groomsmen went off to the church venue. Meanwhile the rest of the time I spent filming the Heidi's parents helping her with her dress. 

All these scenes I shot using the Mitakon f/0.95 to get that awesome depth of field combined with close up shots all hand held. The plan was I would leave with the bride's mum first and once we got to the church, I would switch to the 14-42mm and use the DJI Ronin-sc gimbal. Total fail. 

I spent a good 30 minutes fixing and trying to set up the gimbal....! So incredibly frustrating. I realised that I didn't bring my quick release plate and so I had to redo the entire set up. Even when I got my camera on, it wouldn't stop jittering. Eventually I got it working. Unfortunately the footage using the 14-42mm was a bit too dark, I should have realised the interior of the church wasn't that well lit. I ended up having to do hand held shots with the Mitakon during the signing and also during the first dance - which worked out really nicely!

FILMING HINDSIGHT

WHAT WORKED OUT

Preparing the shot list

Getting there early at the hotel

Mitakon f/0.95 close ups

Transitions and shot ideas - rehearsing the movements beforehand and also coming up with transitions on the spot

POINTERS FOR NEXT TIME

An extra person filming with me would be great

Seriously need to check and prepare for the gimbal set up

Account for delays throughout the wedding

Save up for zoom lenses - luckily I know the bride well so I didn't feel awkward getting in their faces.

VIDEO EDITING

Having other on going projects, I ended up completing all the vidoes in about a month and a half. I use the apps Clockify and RescueTime to track roughly the amount of time spent. I ended up doing 17-20 hours of work on editing. The wedding video took around 8 hours and the highlights took 6 hours - excluding changes.

Originally I was thinking of doing this for free for my friend, but she kindly offered to pay at a discounted rate. That made me reflect what kind of price I should charge in the future...

EXTRA FILES: - Zoom recorded video - Bridesmaid video and audio - Wedding graphics

With the combination of the zoom video files, that helped fill in the gaps that I couldn't get. Overall I'm really delighted with the final outcome of the highlights video. The only annoying aspect was the inconsistency of quality of the clips. It had been a tough process of filtering out all the clips so I began editing it in chronological order, getting the best bits. Then I was able to jumble it up to match the transitions and the progression of the story. I completed the full video first before attempting the highlights... and boy I NEEDED motivation for that. Sometimes, starting from scratch, new music and just bringing in the best clips together is just the way to go.

VIDEO EDITING HINDSIGHT

WHAT WORKED OUT

Choosing the music first

Cutting only the best clips chronologically and saving that as an original sequence

Editing based on those chosen clips

Sending a sample for the couple to check the video direction

POINTERS FOR NEXT TIME

The zoom file came as an MTS file. I now hate MTS files. That took so long to figure out how to resolve the audio. Definitely have a better understanding though now.

There were a couple of changes that the couple wanted to make, which of course is not a problem at all. Thankfully they were simple changes. But certainly always to be prepared for changes, to save and make all files in a way that can be revisited and edited.

Another thing is it made me consider how to charge if there were multiple changes needed.

THANK YOU...

for reading me documenting my first experience as a wedding videographer. What was your first wedding gig like? Or first time going out there filming and editing?

[dpomalescreative]

Some news is either a kick to the head...or a kick to the gut!!!(PhuKK That!!) I choose both..so I only have to Block once!!...👊🖐🙏 #dpomology #fivebyfive #masterpiece #savage #clothingbrand #dpomalescreative #inspire #beinspired #takinghits #deflection #kicktothehead #kicktothegut #badbusinesspractices #lifeofafreelancer #dpomlive (at Five by Five) https://www.instagram.com/p/B8JvY2Phi4l/?igshid=tiulvrcb1mze

[artofwarlick]

The new space. It's not 100% (I still need to get all my art on the walls) but we are up and running and ready to kick 2024 in the teeth! #StudioShot #Illustration #LifeOfAFreelancer

[fernrocks]

Today I sat down with @pineapple_king_aleki and @bmaxfitness from @uce_wrestling. Watch for my upcoming story on them in the @staradvertiser. #ucewresting #prowrestling #staradvertiser #lifeofafreelancer https://www.instagram.com/p/B1aYD3gjMSz/?igshid=1na0t42h2mxeb

[karolinepietrowski]

That's what's going on right now. I'm happy about it, but I'd also like to create a few personal drawings ... Why are there only 24 hours in a day?! 😤 - Join me on Patreon and you will get instant access to a lot of tutorials, step by step guides, brushes I use, drawing videos & much more! #linkinbio ✨ - #illustration #fanart #artistsoninstagram #drawing #characterdesign #digitalart #digitaldrawing #illustratorsofinstagram #ipaddrawing #procreate #lifeofafreelancer #designer #graphicdesigner #dailycomics #procreatebrushes #brushset #comic #comics #webcomic #cartoon #diary (hier: Duisburg) https://www.instagram.com/p/CWQdNVht9qq/?utm_medium=tumblr

[carolinehilde]

Latest graphic design, including illustrations for @homemadecheesecakesforyou . Swipe for a few hand-sketches, also shown on my art page @texturesofengland ⚪️⚪️⚪️⚪️⚪️ #freelancegraphicdesign #workisfun #lifeofafreelancer #brightcoloursdesign #ᴇᴀsᴛᴇʀᴇɢɢs #créationgraphiste #aubureauonsamuse (at Oxford, Oxfordshire) https://www.instagram.com/p/CMjs5HxgPVE/?igshid=14byhb4r9vq74

[livesuplifted-blog]

A Freelancer's State of Mind

Things to consider before entering the Freelancing World

No set hours, no dress code and no boss. The life of a freelancer sounds like the dream situation for many average workers, especially those who have skills in writing, design or coding. With these skills, the reality of becoming a remote worker is not a far off dream as it is for others.

But, it is important to take a step back and consider what it actually means to be a freelancer before taking the leap. Quitting your job and realizing it’s not actually for you can be a stark reality to face.

Freelancer's Career Path

There’s no office water cooler in your home office, nor is there an opportunity to turn to your co-worker and have a chat about the weather. For some, this can be a very lonely path. It is good for those who have an erratic schedule, kids who need varying amounts of attention or someone who thrives on work hours that are outside of the 9 to 5.

However, for some people, the isolation that comes with freelancing can cause anxiety or even depression. Freelancers who begin to feel this way should get out of the house as often as possible – even if it’s simply scheduling coffee with a friend or taking part in a sports activity twice a week. A break from the norm and social interaction is needed to keep the average freelancer sane.

Networking can also be a great way to ensure that you get socialization as a freelancer. Whether online or off, not only can you meet new people but you could also get more work from the endeavor!

Mind your Money

Freelancing does not come with a set salary. One month you may be swimming in work and watching your bank account grow healthily, whereas the next you may be struggling to remember the meaning of the word client. It’s an insecure way to make a living – any prospective freelancer needs to be aware and prepared for this.

Also, leaving the world of full-time work can remove important factors such as health insurance, retirement funds and other company benefits. Paying out for this alongside rent, savings, bills and the simple cost of living can see your freelancing money not stretch as far as you would have hoped.

If you generally struggle to save money or keep track of your finances – even with a regular income – then freelancing may not be for you. Doing your own finances, taxes and sorting out the right freelancer insurance can be next to impossible if you don’t have a firm grasp

on your budget.

Legal Factors

As a freelancer, you are considered a sole trader. But, this can open you up to a world of legal problems that are typically covered by an employer in the permanent career path. Setting yourself up as a limited company can be one way in which you mitigate this legal risk to yourself.

Creating your own limited company can help to separate you and your work. Protecting your personal funds in the case of your company financially struggling or folding, or in the case that a client sues. Having a company in place helps to prevent the client from going after you or your personal money.

Having legal contracts in place is also integral to protecting yourself from any repercussions. A written agreement can help protect your income also, as having written proof of your agreement with a client can help you to claim back money owed in the case of no payment. Terms and conditions alongside a privacy policy are also important to have on your website if you are selling a product, as it protects both you and any visitor to your site.

Freelancer's  Approach

Sometimes clients don’t want to pay you. Sometimes clients want things on an impossible time scale. Sometimes it can feel like you’re just being set up to fail. For these situations, having a firm hand is vital to help keep your head above water. Learning to say ‘no’ is almost as important as the skill that allows you to freelance in the first place.

If you find that you’re more of a ‘yes person’ then freelancing may not be a career path that you can thrive in.

Organization is King

Deadlines. Client logins. Invoices. Taxes. Emails. Lots and lots of emails.

Keeping on top of everything can feel like a monumental task at the best of times, but even more so when you are a freelancer responsible for the running of a small business. Ultimately, that’s what you are. A small business with all of the paperwork and administration that comes with it – all of which you have to do by yourself.

If keeping things in order is a struggle of yours, then keeping track of your freelancing career may be a struggle in the beginning. However, learning to become organised is not impossible!

Purchase a file for your tax returns and insurance documents. Invest in an accounting software that works for you and can help you to invoice your clients with ease. Create folders in your email account that will help you deal with issues in order of priority. Use a calendar that can help you keep on top of all your deadlines, those are important after all!

There a lot of things that need to be organised as a freelancer, if it seems like too much now then imagine what it will be like during the everyday struggle of freelancing. Set firm organisation in place from day one to enjoy true success as a freelancer.

So there you have it, the top considerations that you need to make before you take the leap into freelance writing for good. Ensure that you consider everything carefully before you leave the city center office in exchange for your home office.

[livesuplifted-blog]

Things to consider before entering the Freelancing World

No set hours, no dress code and no boss. The life of a freelancer sounds like the dream situation for many average workers, especially those who have skills in writing, design or coding. With these skills, the reality of becoming a remote worker is not a far off dream as it is for others.

But, it is important to take a step back and consider what it actually means to be a freelancer before taking the leap. Quitting your job and realizing it’s not actually for you can be a stark reality to face.

Freelancer's Career Path

There’s no office water cooler in your home office, nor is there an opportunity to turn to your co-worker and have a chat about the weather. For some, this can be a very lonely path. It is good for those who have an erratic schedule, kids who need varying amounts of attention or someone who thrives on work hours that are outside of the 9 to 5.

However, for some people, the isolation that comes with freelancing can cause anxiety or even depression. Freelancers who begin to feel this way should get out of the house as often as possible – even if it’s simply scheduling coffee with a friend or taking part in a sports activity twice a week. A break from the norm and social interaction is needed to keep the average freelancer sane.

Networking can also be a great way to ensure that you get socialization as a freelancer. Whether online or off, not only can you meet new people but you could also get more work from the endeavor!

Mind your Money

Freelancing does not come with a set salary. One month you may be swimming in work and watching your bank account grow healthily, whereas the next you may be struggling to remember the meaning of the word client. It’s an insecure way to make a living – any prospective freelancer needs to be aware and prepared for this.

Also, leaving the world of full-time work can remove important factors such as health insurance, retirement funds and other company benefits. Paying out for this alongside rent, savings, bills and the simple cost of living can see your freelancing money not stretch as far as you would have hoped.

If you generally struggle to save money or keep track of your finances – even with a regular income – then freelancing may not be for you. Doing your own finances, taxes and sorting out the right freelancer insurance can be next to impossible if you don’t have a firm grasp

on your budget.

Legal Factors

As a freelancer, you are considered a sole trader. But, this can open you up to a world of legal problems that are typically covered by an employer in the permanent career path. Setting yourself up as a limited company can be one way in which you mitigate this legal risk to yourself.

Creating your own limited company can help to separate you and your work. Protecting your personal funds in the case of your company financially struggling or folding, or in the case that a client sues. Having a company in place helps to prevent the client from going after you or your personal money.

Having legal contracts in place is also integral to protecting yourself from any repercussions. A written agreement can help protect your income also, as having written proof of your agreement with a client can help you to claim back money owed in the case of no payment. Terms and conditions alongside a privacy policy are also important to have on your website if you are selling a product, as it protects both you and any visitor to your site.

Freelancer's  Approach

Sometimes clients don’t want to pay you. Sometimes clients want things on an impossible time scale. Sometimes it can feel like you’re just being set up to fail. For these situations, having a firm hand is vital to help keep your head above water. Learning to say ‘no’ is almost as important as the skill that allows you to freelance in the first place.

If you find that you’re more of a ‘yes person’ then freelancing may not be a career path that you can thrive in.

Organization is King

Deadlines. Client logins. Invoices. Taxes. Emails. Lots and lots of emails.

Keeping on top of everything can feel like a monumental task at the best of times, but even more so when you are a freelancer responsible for the running of a small business. Ultimately, that’s what you are. A small business with all of the paperwork and administration that comes with it – all of which you have to do by yourself.

If keeping things in order is a struggle of yours, then keeping track of your freelancing career may be a struggle in the beginning. However, learning to become organised is not impossible!

Purchase a file for your tax returns and insurance documents. Invest in an accounting software that works for you and can help you to invoice your clients with ease. Create folders in your email account that will help you deal with issues in order of priority. Use a calendar that can help you keep on top of all your deadlines, those are important after all!

There a lot of things that need to be organised as a freelancer, if it seems like too much now then imagine what it will be like during the everyday struggle of freelancing. Set firm organisation in place from day one to enjoy true success as a freelancer.

So there you have it, the top considerations that you need to make before you take the leap into freelance writing for good. Ensure that you consider everything carefully before you leave the city center office in exchange for your home office.

https://lovelylaoeng.wixsite.com/livesupliftedvirtual

How’s it going on your ramshackle tumblr webcomic?

Its going slowly but surely! Been juggling it on top of fulltime work and another freelance job so please be patient with me ahaha (thats also why i havent had time to respond to all of yalls messages)