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
It’s all about the Benjamins. (And sometimes the Jacksons and the Lincolns.)
Few of us are independently wealthy, which means that most of us entering the freelance arena are looking to make money. Here is a short, sweet list of links that can help you bring home more of the proverbial bacon. Even better—no pigs were harmed in the making of...
Support AWC Austin and Freelance Austin’s Lights of Love 5K Team
By: Johanna Hedges Save Time this Holiday Season! As the year comes to a close, the line-up of social, professional, and familial events tugging at our time increases exponentially. Add to that, all the ways to support charitable causes during the holidays, and you...
20 Tips for Freelancers
by Leslie Hancock Freelance Austin's Twitter stream (@FreelanceAustin) features a treasure trove of freelancing tips. Here are twenty valuable suggestions for self-employed communications professionals and those considering taking the leap into full-time freelancing:...