Austin’s Source for Freelance and Contract Communicators
By the year 2027, freelancers are projected to make up the majority of the workforce in the United States, with 50.9% of the working population. In fact, at the recent growth rate, it was estimated that 67.6 million Americans would be freelancing by the end of 2021. That’s 42% of the American workforce! How can you tap into this powerhouse of talent? Congratulations! You just did. Freelance Austin, a group within Women Communicators of Austin, is a top source of writers, editors, graphic designers, web designers, voice talent, public relations and marketing consultants, business coaches, photographers, and other creative, independent communications professionals in the Austin area — since 1995.
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Join Women Communicators of Austin to access Freelance Austin benefits! Freelance Austin is the longest-running nonprofit network of independent communications professionals in Austin. Freelance Austin members benefit from monthly meetings, networking opportunities, job referrals, and strong camaraderie — everything a freelancer needs to solve the many challenges of thriving as a solo entrepreneur. Get to know us better! Join us for an event for networking or professional development.
Freelance Austin Blog
September Meeting Recap: WCA Peer Mentors–The Best Advice We’ve Ever Given
Wisdom overflowed from the Freelance Austin meeting room on September 11th, where WCA peer mentors shared the best advice they’ve ever given. First we heard from one of the leaders of the WCA Peer Mentor program. Then the three panelists and the moderator intrigued...
August Meeting Recap: Squeezing Every Minute Out of Your Day
Lani Rosales is a powerhouse businesswoman, who also runs communities and events that help support job seekers in Austin. Lani gets a lot done in her every day as Chief Operating Officer at The American Genius. She has been named in the Inman 100 Most Influential Real...
Crowdsourcing Answers to Your Business Questions
July 10th was a lively and interactive discussion at our Freelance Austin educational session. Members were open and vulnerable with their problems. Peers stepped up to help each other, and we discovered new tips for managing our freelance businesses. The discussion...