
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
Help! My Creativity is Hiding!: Meeting Recap
We all experience it, but what do we do about it? As communicators, we need to slow down in order to be good observers of our world. While friends and family rush about, we stand back, try to take it all in and report back in our stories. But when our minds are filled...
Ignite Your Brand Through Online Video: Meeting Recap
Are you ready to ignite your brand — bombshell style? Ellie Scarborough is founder and principle of Media Bombshell. After reporting on NBC for seven years & founding a popular online business devoted to helping women get over heartbreak, she developed a unique...
This is Not Your Mother’s Social Media!: Meeting Recap
We talked new media at new levels! Tolly Moseley spoke about how to find out what your blog's special sauce is, and share how she went beyond Facebook and Twitter to leverage sponsor relationships, freelance writing and video work. Combined with her knowledge as a...