FREELANCE JOB REPORT
Make the right business connections in the world’s
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Issue #310 Professional Edition
(Dedicated to helping you find work and make money.)
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In This Issue:
1…..Start the New Year with a Bang
2…..Hot Job: Tokyo Based Journalist Needed
3…..Check Out the Career Clinic
4…..Jobs for Freelancers
5…..Be happy in 2004
6..…More Jobs and Projects
7…..Get Published, Get Produced
8…..Cool Project: Proofreading/Editing Work Available
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1. Start the New Year with a Bang
The first working week of the New Year is here, and
already we are noticing the difference at Freelance Work
Exchange. Traffic is up, more jobs are being posted, and
freelancers are telling us that the phones are hot.
Now is a great time to give your business a boost. Plan a
marketing campaign that will hit your prospects while
they are keen to start new projects.
You might get enough work now to keep you busy for months
ahead.
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2. Hot Job:
Tokyo Based English Speaking Journalist Needed for
Article
Native English speaking freelance reporter in Tokyo is
needed for an article in an international consumer
magazine. The assignment is a three page article in
English based on interviews in Japanese with 2 - 3
business persons. Due date: Late January or early
February. Date and place for meetings and interviews to
be arranged by representative for the magazine. Fee:
Negotiable. Local travel expenses only. More information
will be provided upon request. Please contact the Editor
urgently.
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3. Check Out the Career Clinic
The Career Clinic is a useful resource if you're looking
for work. Here you will find jobs in a range of sectors,
ranging from hi-tech and telecommunications to admin and
finance.
http://www.careerclinic.com
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4. Jobs for Freelancers
Work-at-home and free agent jobs for writers, designers,
programmers and other professionals.
Banner Ads/Website designer
New stop smoking product is failing to capture sales on
the net, though the brand receives super click-through
rates. The company needs an artist/technician who can
make their banner ads, landing pages, and website sizzle
and work, converting all those lookers to buyers at the
checkstand. They prefer a contract position initially,
though the position could move to fulltime by spring.
Experienced Web Writer Needed - SF Bay Area
Seeking an experienced writer for premiere Bay Area
university website. Must have experience writing
“marketing” copy for the web. An interactive writing
portfolio is a must. This is a part-time, temporary,
freelance job to assist with writing fresh, intelligent,
motivational copy for a large, information rich website.
Work can be performed in Microsoft Word. Job will include
re-writing draft copy as well as interviewing content
experts and writing original copy. Writer MUST reside in
San Francisco Bay Area. Start date: January. Hourly rate
dependent on experience. Send sample URLS and resume.
XSL/XML Programmer needed ASAP
Looking for an experienced XML/XSL/xHTML programmer with
real world, hands on skills. This project requires
integration of an existing XSL based back end application
ported to a custom HTML front-end. Candidate will also be
responsible for XSL coding and delivery of presentation
layer projects from design to deployment. Requirements:
Significant practical experience in presentation layer
development using XSL, XML, xHTML CSS, Pearl and
javaScript. 3+ years experience in web development.
Should have some experience with content management
integration. Education: BS or Equivalent. Compensation:
$25/hr - $40/hr.
Web Designer Needed
Small Import/Export company looking to revamp old site.
Very simple stuff, no ecommerce/db needs. 6-8 html pages
at most. They're very open minded about the design but do
not have ready made graphics for the project. Please
submit a portfolio (links, etc.) of your previous work
and your salary requirement. Would like the site to be
finished by 15th of Jan.
PHP / MYSQL EXPERIENCED developer wanted
A part time or contract PHP/MYSQL developer is needed to
install help-desk and group-ware applications, then start
some projects to customize them to the company's needs.
Please include your experience and specifics of projects
you have been involved in, and your role in those
projects. Compensation: competitive wage based on
experience.
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5. Be happy in 2004
If you're in the Northern hemisphere, the winter weather
can put a damper on your spirits. In fact, the short,
dark days can have a real depressing effect on your mood,
making it hard for you to get jobs done.
To compensate for this, be sure to get plenty of fresh
air and exercise. This will keep your mind alert, and
help you to get more done in less time.
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6. More Jobs and Projects
The latest projects and opportunities for free agents
worldwide.
Writer with Degree in Special Education Needed
Job requires a degree in Special Education and access to
the internet. Freelance work involves design of case
studies of specific situations that a Special Ed Teacher
has to deal with along with multiple choice questions
dealing with the case study. Sense of humor, ability to
write with correct grammar and spelling.
Writer with Degree in Social Work Needed
Writer Needed. Job requires a degree in Social Work and
access to the internet. Freelance work involves design of
case studies of specific situations that a social worker
has to deal with along with multiple choice questions
dealing with the case study. Sense of humor, ability to
write with correct grammar and spelling. Knowledge of
DSM-IV.
Visayan, Fulani, Soninke and Mien Translator(s) Needed
Looking for freelance translators for a 45 word
translation from English to Visayan, Fulani, Soninke, and
Mien. Can email/fax text and must receive back by email
tomorrow (1-6-04). Able to pay $25. Text isn't technical.
Hispanic Freelance Publicist Needed
If you're a publicist with significant experience in the
Hispanic market, this media company wants to talk to you.
They are the leading provider of communications solutions
to the public relations industry, and are looking for
talented, bilingual professionals to participate in the
growth of their Hispanic practice. The ideal candidate
would have a solid placement track-record in print and
broadcast media, as well as several years experience in
event planning. Superior communication skills in both
English and Spanish are necessary. The position is
freelance; the need is immediate. Please send a cover
letter, resume, and compensation requirements.
Psychology, Biology, Sociology, and College Algebra
Writers Needed
An educational publishing company is searching for
writers for a series of study guides in Psychology,
Biology, Sociology, and College Algebra. Writers must
have recent graduate work in the above subjects and
familiarity with the introductory undergraduate
curriculum. Ideal candidates will also have experience
teaching/assisting introductory undergraduate courses in
these disciplines, as well as excellent writing skills
including the ability to translate complicated concepts
into language college freshman can understand. Writers
set their own hours and can work from anywhere.
English Speaking Reporter Needed - Romania
A native English speaking freelance reporter is needed in
western Romania (or vicinity) for an article in an
international consumer magazine. The assignment is a
three page article in English based on interviews in
Romanian with 2 - 3 businessmen in Timisoara. When: Late
January or early February. Date and place for meetings
and interviews to be arranged by a representative from
the magazine. Fee: Negotiable. Relevant travel expenses
paid, i.e within Romania or from the direct vicinity.
More information will be provided upon request. Please
respond ASAP to the Editor.
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7. Get Published, Get Produced
If you're a writer, getting your work published or onto
the big screen is a major challenge. To have any chance
of success, you really need some guidance - and that's
where this book comes in. Here you will find good advice
on how to make in the tough world of publishing and
production:
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0943728924/writers
manual/103-0431158-5795054
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8. Cool Project:
Proofreading/Editors Needed
Looking for qualified people to assist with overloads.
You may do this work from home provided you are familiar
with WordPerfect. If you can provide a "quick and
accurate read" this arrangement may be very profitable
for you. Proofreaders are kept on as long term employees.
Proofreading/Entering Corrections to Diskette: This is
the majority of the work available. No major editing is
required. Proofing for grammar, punctuation, making
certain things make sense, etc. In addition, entering
proposed corrections to diskette in WordPerfect format.
Payment is $1.50 per page.
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Remember:
"A man who does not think for himself does not think at
all."
(Oscar Wilde, Irish writer, 1854-1900)
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